Rush Hour
Jane Wiedlin Lyrics
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I'm so dizzy I can't see
Can't make out the forest for the trees
My heart is beating faster now
As the traffic's slowing down
And suddenly I'm all alone with you
Baby, when you're at the wheel
I can't believe the way I feel
It's such a rush just being with you
We're driving in the rush hour
(Ooh, you send me)
You take me to the rush hour
(Ooh, you send me)
You got me in the rush hour
Feel it getting hot in here
Feel me getting close to you dear
Slow motion moving you, moving me
Now your lips are touching mine
And in your eyes that certain shine
Honey, I know just where you're taking me
It's so good
Baby, when you're at the wheel
I can't believe the way I feel
It's such a rush just being with you
We're driving in the rush hour
(Ooh, you send me)
You take me to the rush hour
(Ooh, you send me)
You got me in the rush hour
It's so good
Baby, when you're at the wheel
I can't believe the way I feel
It's such a rush just being with you
We're driving in the rush hour
(Ooh, you send me)
You take me to the rush hour
(Ooh, you send me)
You got me in the rush hour
(Ooh, you send me)
(Ooh, you send me)
You got me in the rush hour
(Ooh, you send me)
We're driving in the rush hour
(Ooh, you send me)
You got me, You got me,You got me
(Ooh, you send me)
We're driving in the rush hour
(Ooh, you send me),(oh, you send me)
In Jane Wiedlin's song "Rush Hour," the singer is overwhelmed by the rush of emotions she feels when she's with someone special. The lyrics describe the physical feeling of being dizzy and unable to focus, and the metaphorical "forest for the trees" imagery, suggesting that she's losing sight of the bigger picture or her surroundings. However, when she's with her partner, everything else fades away, and she enters into her own world with them, feeling their intensified heartbeat as they slow down in traffic.
As the song progresses, the singer becomes more explicit about the connection between her and her partner. They move together in slow motion, her focus completely on him as they physically come closer together. The bridge of the song is an especially poignant moment, as they finally kiss, and she sees a "certain shine" in his eyes that lets her know exactly where he's taking her -- a place of mutual love and desire.
Overall, "Rush Hour" is a song about being swept up in the moment with someone you care about deeply, the world outside of the car fading away as they share an intimate moment. The metaphor of the "rush hour" is fitting here, as so often in the busy pace of life, it can be difficult to truly slow down and connect with someone in a meaningful way. But when we do find those moments, they're worth savoring.
Line by Line Meaning
Something's coming over me
I am experiencing a sudden change in emotion
I'm so dizzy I can't see
My head is spinning and I cannot think straight
Can't make out the forest for the trees
I am overwhelmed and having difficulty seeing the big picture
My heart is beating faster now
My heartbeat has increased in pace
As the traffic's slowing down
The cars on the road are coming to a halt
And suddenly I'm all alone with you
I am now in close proximity with only you
It's so good
The feeling is pleasurable
Baby, when you're at the wheel
I feel comfortable with you in control
I can't believe the way I feel
My emotional state is beyond my expectations
It's such a rush just being with you
Being around you is an exciting experience
We're driving in the rush hour
We are currently driving during the busy traffic period
(Ooh, you send me)
You are causing a pleasurable sensation in me
You take me to the rush hour
Being with you feels akin to the thrill of rush hour traffic
You got me in the rush hour
Your presence is making me feel energized and excited
Feel it getting hot in here
The temperature is increasing and becoming uncomfortable
Feel me getting close to you dear
I am becoming physically closer to you
Slow motion moving you, moving me
Our movements are becoming slower and more relaxed
Now your lips are touching mine
Our lips are now in contact with one another
And in your eyes that certain shine
I see a special spark in your eyes
Honey, I know just where you're taking me
I understand the implications of our current situation
Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, Spirit Music Group
Written by: Jane Wiedlin, Peter Carr Rafelson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@justmadeit2
This song is yet another example of the energy and creativity of the music of the 1980s. Quality. Who agrees?
@joeynarviz8429
ME
@waldenaosullivan3227
I agree with you. No doubt about it.
@nikolaoskanew
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@livegun5572
agree
@lauraangelini5955
Io
@haeleth7218
A song still as fantastic now in 2023 as it was in the 1980's. Love it.
@briancarver3815
she is clearly a sam cooke fan ,, "you send me" cool cause she sends me
@paultreadaway102
Seems like yesterday that's what i said about the 80s invincible like another song harp on list is endless to describe how brilliant the 80s is want to return in spirit and never leave it deserves to live on forever go the 80s
@georgemathie8123
Absolutely this is an 80s classic from the most underrated member of the go gos and Jane totally rocks totally the best solo go gos member