Olivia Newton John Lyrics

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I got chills
They're multiplying
And I'm losing control
Cause the power you're supplying
It's electrifying!

You better shape up
Cause I need a man

And my heart is set on you
You better shape up
You better understand
To my heart I must be true
Nothing left
Nothing left for me to do

You're the one that I want
You are the one I want
Oh, honey
The one that I want
You are the one I want
Oh, honey
The one that I want
You are the one I want
Oh, the one I need
Oh, yes indeed

If you're filled
With affection
You're to shy to convey
Better take my direction
Feel your way

I better shape up
Cause you need a man
I need a man
Who can keep me satisfied
I better shape up
If I'm gonna prove
You better prove
That my faith is justified
Are you sure
Yes I'm sure down deep inside

You're the one that I want
You are the one I want
Oh, honey
The one that I want
You are the one I want
Oh, honey
The one that I want
You are the one I want
Oh, the one I need
Oh, yes indeed

You're the one that I want
You are the one I want
Oh, honey
The one that I want
You are the one I want
Oh, honey
The one that I want
You are the one I want
Oh, the one I need
Oh, yes indeed

You're the one that I want
You are the one I want
Oh, honey
The one that I want
You are the one I want
Oh, honey
The one that I want
You are the one I want

Oh, the one I need
Oh, yes indeed

Overall Meaning

The lyrics in the song You're The One That I Want by Grease / John Travolta / Olivia Newton John reveal the attraction between Danny and Sandy, two lovers who appeared in the film of the same name. The song shows that the attraction between them is physical, emotional as well as spiritual. The opening verse suggests an intense physical attraction between them, as Sandy explains how Danny's presence invokes such strong feelings in her that she is losing control. The second verse reveals Danny's desire for Sandy as he urges her to “shape up” and be the kind of woman he wants to have. He reminds her that if they are to be together, both must be true to their hearts.

The chorus of the song highlights how the feelings they share are not just physical but emotional and spiritual as well. Throughout the song, their intense emotions for each other are expressed not only through the lyrics but also by the upbeat melody and the synchronization of the two voices.

Overall, the song You're The One That I Want by Grease / John Travolta / Olivia Newton John is an excellent representation of the central theme of the film Grease -- the complexities of teenage love and relationships.

Line by Line Meaning

I got chills
I am feeling overwhelmed with emotions

They're multiplying
These emotions are growing stronger

And I'm losing control
I am struggling to contain these emotions

Cause the power you're supplying
Your energy and/or influence is causing this reaction

It's electrifying!
These emotions are exhilarating and intense

You better shape up
You need to improve yourself

Cause I need a man
I require a partner in my life

And my heart is set on you
I have strong feelings for you and no one else will do

You better understand
You need to comprehend what I am saying

To my heart I must be true
I need to follow my heart's desires

Nothing left
There is no other option