Catch Me If You Can
J.Beale Lyrics
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Then why can't I touch you?
If you let me make love to you
Then why can't I touch you?
I'm not saying I want to change you
I don't want to rearrange you
If you let me make love to you
Then why can't I touch you?
Then why can't I touch you?
From the very first moment I saw you
It's been a different world
From the very first moment I saw you
It's been such a different world
I seem to be a little bit stronger
Each moment seems just a little bit
Little bit longer
Missing links and little kinks
Have never been found and uncurled
But you're still the same
You're like a frozen flame
Well it sure seems a shame
You let me make love to you
But you won't let me touch you
When I leave you I'm going someplace
That I've never been before
When I leave you I'm going someplace
That I've never been before
Why don't you reach out and touch me
Reach out and touch me
If you let me make love to you
Then why can't I touch you?
If you let me make love to you
Then why can't I touch you?
The lyrics of J. Beale's song "Catch Me If You Can" explore the complexities of a physical relationship with someone who is emotionally unavailable. The lines "If you let me make love to you, then why can't I touch you?" illustrate the disconnect between the physical and emotional aspects of the relationship. The singer expresses confusion and frustration about their partner's unwillingness to connect with them on a deeper level. They're not trying to change or rearrange their partner, but they want to understand why they're unable to touch them even after experiencing physical intimacy together.
The lyrics reference the idea of a "different world" from the moment the singer met their partner, suggesting that they were instantly drawn to them, but perhaps the partner was not reciprocating that same level of interest or desire for a deeper connection. The lyric "you're like a frozen flame" further highlights the idea that the partner may be captivating but ultimately out of reach.
The final lines of the song, "When I leave you I'm going someplace that I've never been before. Why don't you reach out and touch me, reach out and touch me" show the singer's desire and hope for the partner to take a step towards vulnerability or emotional connection. Overall, the lyrics suggest a complicated and possibly one-sided relationship, where the singer is seeking emotional depth while their partner is unable to provide it.
Line by Line Meaning
If you let me make love to you
If we have already been intimate and made love, then why can't I touch you?
Then why can't I touch you?
I am confused as to why I am not allowed to touch you when we have already been intimate.
I'm not saying I want to change you
I accept you for who you are and have no intention of trying to alter your nature.
I don't want to rearrange you
I am content with you just the way you are and don't want to modify you in any way.
From the very first moment I saw you
Ever since I first laid eyes on you, my world has not been the same.
It's been a different world
My life has been altered in a significant way since I met you.
I seem to be a little bit stronger
I feel more empowered every time I am with you.
Each moment seems just a little bit
Little bit longer
I cherish every moment with you, and they seem to last a little bit longer than they would otherwise.
Missing links and little kinks
Have never been found and uncurled
Despite any flaws or imperfections, I am still drawn to you and have not discovered anything negative about you.
But you're still the same
You're like a frozen flame
Although you have not changed, your demeanor is elusive and hard to pin down.
Well it sure seems a shame
I find it unfortunate that I cannot have a deeper connection with you.
When I leave you I'm going someplace
That I've never been before
You inspire me to go on new adventures and explore unknown territory.
Why don't you reach out and touch me
I am yearning for physical contact and would appreciate it if you reciprocated my affection.
If you let me make love to you
If we can be intimate, then why can't we take our connection to the next level and have physical touch?
Then why can't I touch you?
I am still confused and don't understand why you are withholding physical touch, even though we have already had intimate moments.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHARLES COURTNEY, PETER LINK
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