I Didn't Mean to Turn You On
Frankie Paul Lyrics

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When I took you out
I knew what you were all about
But when I did
I didn't mean to turn you on

Now I bring you home
You told me goodnight's not enough for you
I'm sorry baby

I didn't mean to turn you on
No, I didn't mean to turn you on

You read me wrong
I wasn't trying to lead you on
Not like you think
I didn't mean to turn you on

I know you
Were expecting a one night stand
When I refused
I knew you wouldn't understand

I told you twice
I was only trying to be nice
Only trying to be nice
Ooh, I didn't mean to turn you on

Babe now why should I
Feel guilty 'cause I won't give
Guilty 'cause I won't give in
I didn't mean to turn you on
Ooh, I didn't mean to turn you on

When I took you out
Iknew what you were all about
But when I did
I didn't mean to turn you on
No, I didn't mean to turn you on

I didn't mean to turn you on....
I didn't mean to turn you on....

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Frankie Paul's song "I Didn't Mean to Turn You On" are about a man who takes a woman out on a date and realizes she has expectations that he is not willing to fulfill. He only wanted to be nice and show her a good time, but she misinterprets his actions and believes he is leading her on. When he takes her home, she expresses disappointment that a mere "goodnight" is all she will get, and the man apologizes for unintentionally leading her on, saying he didn't mean to turn her on.

The lyrics delve into the importance of communication and the dangers of making assumptions. The woman in the song assumed that the man wanted a one night stand, but in reality, he was simply trying to be a gentleman. The man regrets not being clear about his intentions with the woman, which led to her being hurt and disappointed. He tries to make her understand that his actions were not malicious, but rather a result of a misunderstanding.

Overall, "I Didn't Mean to Turn You On" highlights the importance of clear communication in relationships and the dangers of making assumptions. It is a cautionary tale about the consequences of misinterpreting someone's actions.

Line by Line Meaning

When I took you out
I was aware of your intentions and what you were looking for when I asked you out

I knew what you were all about
I knew that you were interested in a physical relationship rather than an emotional one

But when I did
However, when I asked you out

I didn't mean to turn you on
I didn't intend to give you the impression that I was interested in a physical relationship

Now I bring you home
Now that we are together in this situation

You told me goodnight's not enough for you
You expressed that you were looking for more than just a goodnight kiss

I'm sorry baby
I apologize for leading you on unintentionally

You read me wrong
You misunderstood my intentions

I wasn't trying to lead you on
I did not want to mislead you or give you the wrong impression

Not like you think
It's not what you assume it is

I didn't mean to turn you on
I didn't intend to give you the impression that I was interested in a physical relationship

I know you
I understand your expectations and what you are looking for

Were expecting a one night stand
You were hoping for a casual sexual encounter

When I refused
When I declined your advances

I knew you wouldn't understand
I knew you would not see things from my perspective and would be upset

I told you twice
I gave you a clear indication of my intentions more than once

I was only trying to be nice
I was only being polite and friendly

Ooh, I didn't mean to turn you on
I didn't intend to give you the impression that I was interested in a physical relationship

Babe now why should I
Now, why should I feel

Feel guilty 'cause I won't give
Feel bad that I won't comply with your desires

Guilty 'cause I won't give in
Feel remorseful about not meeting your physical expectations

I didn't mean to turn you on
I didn't intend to give you the impression that I was interested in a physical relationship

I didn't mean to turn you on....
I did not intend to create a situation where you felt like pursuing a physical relationship that I am not interested in

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: JAMES HARRIS III, JAMES SAMUEL III HARRIS, TERRY LEWIS

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