Aged twelve, Joe Nina would play drums and sing, thanks to his father’s expert coaching. By the age of fourteen Joe Nina knew the basic technique of the piano. He was not lazy when it came to school work. His favourite subjects were mathematics and physical science as his goal was to study medicine at university."
Ding Dong
Joe Nina Lyrics
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It′s been a secret for the longest time
Don't run (oh), no, don't hide
Been running from it for the longest time
So many mornings I woke up confused
In my dreams, I do anything I want to you
My emotions are naked, they′re taking me out of my mind
Right now I′m shameless
Screamin' my lungs out for ya
Not afraid to face it
I need you more than I want to
Need you more than I want to
Show me you′re shameless
Write it on my neck, why don't ya?
And I won′t erase it
I need you more than I want to
Need you more than I want to
Nuh-uh, uh-uh, don't wanna do this now
Nuh-uh, uh-uh, don′t wanna do this now
Nuh-uh, uh-uh, don't wanna do this now
Nuh-uh, uh-uh, don't wanna do this now
So we′re there
Now it′s real
Now that you have me, do you want me still?
My kisses are history, they go back a long time
And I'm tired of loving somebody that′s not mine
So many mornings I woke up confused
In my dreams, I do anything I want to you
My emotions are naked, they're taking me out of my mind (mind)
Right now I′m shameless
Screamin' my lungs out for ya
Not afraid to face it
I need you more than I want to
Need you more than I want to
Show me you′re shameless
Write it on my neck, why don't ya?
And I won't erase it
I need you more than I want to
Need you more than I want to
Nuh-uh, uh-uh, don′t wanna do this now
Nuh-uh, uh-uh, don′t wanna do this now
Nuh-uh, uh-uh, don't wanna do this now
Nuh-uh, uh-uh, don′t wanna do this now
There's just inches in between us
I want you to give in, I want you to give in
There is tension in between us
I just wanna give in
And I don′t care if I'm forgiven
Right now I′m shameless
Screamin' my lungs out for ya
Not afraid to face it
I need you more than I want to
Need you more than I want to
Show me you're shameless
Write it on my neck, why don′t ya?
And I won′t erase it
I need you more than I want to
I need you more than I want to
Nuh-uh, uh-uh, don't wanna do this now
Nuh-uh, uh-uh, don′t wanna do this now
Nuh-uh, uh-uh, don't wanna do this now
Nuh-uh, uh-uh, don′t wanna do this now
The lyrics of Ding Dong by Joe Nina are about declaring one's true feelings for someone, even if it means facing potential rejection or shame. The singer admits to having kept these feelings secret for a long time, but now he can no longer hide them. He expresses his confusion and frustration at his own emotions, saying that he has dreamed of being with the person he desires and that his feelings have made him lose his mind. However, he cannot help but be shameless in his pursuit of this person as he needs them more than anything else.
The singer questions whether the person he desires still wants him now that they have him. He is tired of loving someone who is not his, and he wants them to give in to their attraction. He admits that there is tension between them but declares that he wants to give in, regardless of the consequences. He is willing to be shameless about his desire for this person, even though he is uncertain about whether he will be forgiven.
Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of intense, almost desperate desire for someone, highlighting the confusion, frustration, and shame that can accompany such emotions.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't speak, no, don't try
The singer doesn't want to hear anything said, or any attempts to convince them otherwise.
It's been a secret for the longest time
The singer has been keeping a secret for a long time.
Don't run (oh), no, don't hide
The singer does not want the other person to avoid the situation or hide from it.
Been running from it for the longest time
The artist has been avoiding this situation for a long time.
So many mornings I woke up confused
The artist is confused and unsure of their feelings and thoughts.
In my dreams, I do anything I want to you
The singer fantasizes and desires the other person intimately.
My emotions are naked, they're taking me out of my mind
The singer is overwhelmed by their emotions, and has lost control of their thoughts and actions.
Right now I'm shameless
The artist is unapologetic for their desires and actions.
Screamin' my lungs out for ya
The artist is expressing their love loudly and passionately.
Not afraid to face it
The artist is not afraid of the consequences of their actions.
I need you more than I want to
The singer desires the other person deeply, and their need for them outweighs their desire.
Show me you're shameless
The artist wants the other person to be just as open and honest about their desires.
Write it on my neck, why don't ya?
The singer wants a physical and public display of affection from the other person.
And I won't erase it
The singer wants the display of affection to be permanent and memorable.
Nuh-uh, uh-uh, don't wanna do this now
The singer is having second thoughts about the situation and doesn't want to continue with it.
So we're there
The artist and the other person have reached a point of no return, they are in this situation now.
Now it's real
The artist realizes that their feelings for the other person are not just a fantasy, but a real and intense emotion.
Now that you have me, do you want me still?
The singer is insecure and wants reassurance from the other person that their feelings are reciprocated.
My kisses are history, they go back a long time
The singer has a romantic history with the other person, and those memories have been a part of their desire for them.
And I'm tired of loving somebody that's not mine
The artist is tired of having unrequited love for the other person and wants to be with them fully.
There's just inches in between us
The artist and the other person are physically close to each other.
I want you to give in, I want you to give in
The artist wants the other person to give in to their desires and reciprocate their feelings.
There is tension in between us
The singer and the other person are in a state of tension due to their conflicting emotions and desires.
And I don't care if I'm forgiven
The artist is willing to face the consequences of their actions, even if they are not forgiven.
I need you more than I want to
The singer's need for the other person is greater than their desire for them.
Writer(s): Jordan Johnson, Ali Tamposi, Stefan Johnson, Camila Cabello, Andrew Wotman, Jonathan David Bellion
Contributed by Thomas E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@KeagileSekoaila
Its near 2024 and this is still my favourite
@phetilengejane2205
Isibaya brought me here ❤️❤️❤️💯who else ✨💥
@Sibahle_Khumalo
Me 2
@TheBeastLyf
Never knew my father, but according to my mom this was his favorite😌
@hlalisiwe.teressazuma569
What happened to him?!
@TheBeastLyf
@@hlalisiwe.teressazuma569 died
@mathabesefala9446
2021, still one of my favorite tracks. I had an original cassette in 1995
@luckybulayani6850
The nostalgia of my primary school days. This is a tune. Thank you Joe Nina.
@kefuwee.m
2023 and I'm here still giving to this master piece.... Thank you abuti Joe Nina for this song ♥️
@noendlovu4788
Takes me back 20 years ....those where my best years when I danced like no one was watching and no bones ached 😂😂😂💃🏿💃🏿💃🏿