According to the The Impossible Songfacts, the Kelley Lovelace and Lee Thomas Miller penned mid-tempo ballad was released in March 2002 as the first single from his second album, man With a Memory . It became his first hit, peaking at #3 on the Billboard Country chart and #29 on the Hot 100. Nichols recalled to The Boot in a 2011 interview: "'The Impossible' was huge for me for a number of different reasons. It was my introduction to Country music. It was the first thing everybody saw of me, this brand new guy with this voice. I heard a lot of people say when they met me, 'Wow! We just pictured somebody a lot older, because it's a really country-sounding voice.' So, it was my introduction. It got people familiar with me."
Baby You're in Love with Me
Joe Nichols Lyrics
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Filling up my tank
We got the whole night, honey we can roll right
Down by the river bank
Roll your pretty eyes
But girl you're gonna find tonight we were meant to be
Sailin' this Chevy
Down by the levee like a ship through the deep blue sea
So come on (come on)
Come on (come on)
Wherever the moment leads
Come on (come on)
Come on admit it
Baby you're in love with me
I'm gonna prove it, turn up the music
This is where you take my hand
Dancing in the headlights, cut us a rug
From here to the promised land
You can let go, let your hair down
You can be you with me
I caught you smiling, ain't no denying
This is where you wanna be
So come on (come on)
Come on (come on)
Wherever the moment leads
Come on (come on)
Come on admit it
Baby you're in love with me
Yea come on (come on baby)
Come on
Wherever the moment leads
Come on
Come on admit it
Baby you're in love with me
Come on, come on
Girl, come on (come on)
Come on (come on)
Wherever the moment leads
Come on (come on)
Come on (come on)
Baby you're in love with me
Baby you're in love with me
The song “Baby You're in Love with Me” by Joe Nichols is a romantic, upbeat tune about a guy who is pretty sure he’s got the girl in his sights. The song paints a picture of a fun night out, driving down to the river for some fun by the water, dancing under the stars, and taking chances on love. From the lyrics, it is obvious that the singer is confident that the girl he is with is falling in love with him, and he both wants and needs to hear her say it.
The opening lines of the song set the scene for the story that follows - the gas tank is full, and the world is their oyster for the night. Then, the singer urges the girl to come on and admit her feelings, assuring her that she is in love with him, and the two of them are meant to be together. Later on, as they dance under the headlights of his Chevy, the singer encourages the girl to let go of her inhibitions and be herself with him, promising only love and the chance for something great between them.
Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of carefree abandon, passion, and excitement that comes with being with someone you are falling in love with. The upbeat melody that underpins the lyrics heightens the joyful and energetic tone of the song, making it perfect to dance to or cruise down the highway with the windows rolled down.
Line by Line Meaning
I got some money, I got some gasoline
I have the means to take us on a drive tonight
Filling up my tank
I am going to fill up my vehicle with gas to be ready for the ride
We got the whole night, honey we can roll right
We have plenty of time to spend together tonight and go wherever we want
Down by the river bank
I want to take you to a calming and beautiful place
Roll your pretty eyes
I know you don't believe me, but hold on and see
But girl you're gonna find tonight we were meant to be
I am confident that this special moment will show you how much we connect with each other
Sailin' this Chevy
Driving this car with you feels like cruising on a ship with the wind in our face
Down by the levee like a ship through the deep blue sea
Just like ships in the ocean, we will venture on this beautiful journey at the river bank
So come on (come on)
Don't be shy, let's go together
Wherever the moment leads
Let's follow the moment, wherever it may lead us
Come on (come on)
I know you feel it too, let's go there together
Come on admit it
I know you're trying to hide it, but it's okay to show your true feelings
Baby you're in love with me
I can see it in your eyes, you're falling for me and that's okay
I'm gonna prove it, turn up the music
I'm going to create a special moment to help you realize your feelings for me and enjoy tonight together
This is where you take my hand
I want you to come closer to me and take my hand, we will walk together
Dancing in the headlights, cut us a rug
Let's dance together under the shining car lights, and have a great time tonight
From here to the promised land
I see a happy and promising future with you
You can let go, let your hair down
Be yourself, be comfortable with me and let's enjoy each other's company
You can be you with me
I won't judge you, just be who you are and we'll have a great time together
I caught you smiling, ain't no denying
I noticed you smiling and having a good time, it's clear how much you're enjoying our night
This is where you wanna be
This moment right here is where you belong, with me
Come on (come on baby)
I know you're hesitant, but trust me and come on
Girl, come on (come on)
I'm talking to you, girl. Come on, let's go
Baby you're in love with me
Let yourself feel it, you're falling in love with me and that's a good thing
Lyrics © OLE MM, Spirit Music Group
Written by: CHRIS WALLIN, DYLAN ALTMAN, ERIC PASLAY
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