Discography
1989: "Spoken Words"
1990: "Indecent Obsession" (the US version of "Spoken Words")
1992: "Indio"
1993: "More Kiss Me" (remix album)
1994: "Relativity"
1995: "The Most Indecent Obsession" (best-of compilation)
Since "Relativity", David was replaced by Richard Hennassey, Andrew was replaced by Graham Kearns, and they added bassist Mark Gray.
Gentleman Style
Indecent Obsession Lyrics
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Soft and white,like virgin snow
She's calmly watching my desire grow
The moon is full,wearing a dirty smile.
And I cover her body gentleman style.
Her fragile cobweb surrounds my heart
My blood is calling,I wait a while
And I grant all her wishes gentleman style
She's poison and angel
She's fire and rain
Here I go,I'm falling again
Watch my heart come to life in the light of her smile
While it's silently breaking gentleman style
Temptations wearing a crimson dress
She talks of heaven in her sweet carress
My heart won't make it another mile
And I touch her in places gentleman-style
She's poison and angel
She's fire and rain
Here I go,I'm falling again
Watch my heart come to life in the light of her smile
While it's silently breaking gentleman style
Cold blue sweat on desert soil
Love is watching a good thing spoil
Emotions in bondage,it ain't worthwhile
And I walk out of her life,gentleman-style
She's poison and angel
She's fire and rain
Here I go,I'm falling again
Watch my heart come to life in the light of her smile
While it's silently breaking gentleman style
Gentleman style.....
The song "Gentleman Style" by Indecent Obsession is a love ballad about a man who is deeply infatuated with a woman who is both poison and an angel. He describes her as soft and white like virgin snow, and is unable to resist her seductive power. The moon, wearing a dirty smile, serves as a metaphor for the darkness in their relationship.
As the man gives in to temptation, he covers her body "gentleman style", implying that he treats her with a certain level of respect and tenderness despite their intense physical connection. However, he knows that their relationship cannot last forever. Her poison-like qualities are destroying him emotionally, and he eventually leaves her life "gentleman-style".
The lyrics of "Gentleman Style" capture the complexities of love and desire in a beautifully poetic way. The contrast between the soft, innocent imagery of virgin snow and the darker, more sinister elements of the lyrics creates a sense of tension that is present throughout the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Soft and white,like virgin snow
She is innocent and pure, just like virgin snow.
She's calmly watching my desire grow
She is quietly observing my attraction to her.
The moon is full,wearing a dirty smile.
The full moon seems to be laughing at us with a wicked grin.
And I cover her body gentleman style.
I treat her with the utmost respect and tenderness as I hold her close.
Her fragile cobweb surrounds my heart
Her delicate touch has ensnared my heart and I can't escape.
There's no escaping 'till death do us part
I'm in this for the long haul, no matter what happens.
My blood is calling,I wait a while
I feel an intense desire for her, but I exercise restraint for the moment.
And I grant all her wishes gentleman style
I am always kind and accommodating to her every need.
She's poison and angel
She is both dangerous and beautiful at the same time.
She's fire and rain
She is hot and cold, intense yet calming.
Here I go,I'm falling again
I am once again falling deeply in love with her.
Watch my heart come to life in the light of her smile
Her smile reignites the passion in my heart and makes me feel alive.
While it's silently breaking gentleman style
Despite my efforts to be a gentleman, my heart is still hurting in silence.
Temptations wearing a crimson dress
She is tempting me with her beauty, wearing a provocative red dress.
She talks of heaven in her sweet carress
Her words and touch make me feel like I'm in paradise.
My heart won't make it another mile
My heart can't withstand any more pain or heartache.
And I touch her in places gentleman-style
Even though I want her badly, I still treat her with the utmost respect and care.
Cold blue sweat on desert soil
My anxiety and fear feel like cold, blue sweat in the hot, barren desert.
Love is watching a good thing spoil
Love is witnessing the deterioration of something beautiful and good.
Emotions in bondage,it ain't worthwhile
Being chained to my emotions isn't worth the pain and heartbreak.
And I walk out of her life,gentleman-style
I leave her life with the same respect and kindness that I always showed her.
Gentleman style.....
Always treating her with the utmost respect, care, and kindness.
Contributed by Muhammad F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.