1) a composer of conte… Read Full Bio ↴John King can refer to at least four artists:
1) a composer of contemporary classical and avant garde music:
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2) the lead guitarist for American rock band The Litter
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3) a Canadian guitarist, also known as Papa John King; longtime associate of Long John Baldry
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4) John Robert King (John) (October 13, 1953 โ April 3, 2009) was a ukulele player, classical guitarist and teacher known for his interpretation of classical and Hawaiian music.
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Heat Wave
John King Lyrics
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Red dirt, bone-dry under the hot sun, yeah
But if you touch my hand, while the mercury's risin'
Then I swear, what's out there don't compare
To how my temperature's climbin', climbin', climbin' every time
When the weatherman says
We're bound to set a record or two
The summertime heat wave ain't got nothin' on you
Girl, I love the way you burn me like you do
(Heat wave)
(Heat wave)
I'm a fool thinkin' I'll cool off in the water, right?
'Cause you jump in for a swim and girl, it just gets hotter, yeah
River drops on your skin
Safe to say, the way you're lookin', you're puttin' July to shame
Yeah, the weatherman says
We're bound to set a record or two
Woah woah, he don't know that
The summertime heat wave ain't got nothin' on you
Girl, I love the way you burn me like you do
(Heat wave) Love the way you burn me like you do
(Heat wave)
It's crazy how you stay so hot
But you play it so cool
Girl, you play it so cool
Yeah, the weatherman says
We're bound to set a record or two
Woah woah, he don't know that
The summertime heat wave ain't got nothin' on you
Girl, I love the way you burn me like you do
(Heat wave) Yeah, love the way you burn me like you do
(Heat wave) Yeah, love the way you burn me like you do
(Heat wave)
Burn me like you do
In John King's "Heat Wave," the singer compares the intense summer heat to the way his love interest heats him up. He acknowledges the sweat on his face and the dryness of the dirt under the hot sun, setting the scene for his love's entrance. When she touches his hand, he feels a different kind of heat that reaches new heights each time they connect. His attempts to cool down with a swim only intensify his desires for her. He claims that the summertime heat wave has got nothing on her and professes his love for the way she burns him up.
This song is essentially a tribute to the passion and intensity of a summer love. The heat serves as a metaphor for the passion and desire that the singer feels for his lover. It's an interesting contrast between the natural elements of the world around him and his intense connection with another individual.
Line by Line Meaning
Sweat drip down my face, it's a hot one, huh
I am sweating profusely because it is so hot outside
Red dirt, bone-dry under the hot sun, yeah
The ground is dry and dusty because of the heat
But if you touch my hand, while the mercury's risin'
If you hold my hand while it's hot outside
Then I swear, what's out there don't compare
I am saying that nothing else compares to the heat between us
To how my temperature's climbin', climbin', climbin' every time
My body is getting hotter every time we touch
When the weatherman says
The meteorologist predicts
We're bound to set a record or two
The weather conditions are such that records may be broken
Woah woah, he don't know that
But the meteorologist does not know
The summertime heat wave ain't got nothin' on you
The current heat wave is not as hot as the feelings between us
Girl, I love the way you burn me like you do
I enjoy the passion and heat you bring into my life
(Heat wave)
I'm a fool thinkin' I'll cool off in the water, right?
I am foolish for thinking that swimming in water will cool me off
'Cause you jump in for a swim and girl, it just gets hotter, yeah
When you get in the water, things get even more passionate and intense
River drops on your skin
Water droplets fall and cling to your skin
Safe to say, the way you're lookin', you're puttin' July to shame
You look hotter than the hottest month of the summer
It's crazy how you stay so hot
It is amazing how passionate you are
But you play it so cool
But you remain calm and collected in all situations
Yeah, love the way you burn me like you do
I am really enjoying the heat and passion we share
Writer(s): John King (2), Jason Massey, Matthew Rogers
Contributed by Bella T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
remika remika
I listen to this song more than million times...its just so good
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Geoffrey Beckner
I love it John! Great video and such an amazing song! You look great! ๐ค๐ฏ๐ฅโค๏ธ
John King
Thank you so much !!
Chris A
Excellent song, John. Ready to see you perform this summer back home in Demorest! Keep up the great work and keep making everybody in Habersham proud.
John King
Thank you! Hope you're doing great!
alessia
I'm in love with this song ๐๐ผ๐ฅบ
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Paula Jane
I love your song forever your awesome ๐ฏโฅ๏ธ๐ธ
John King
Thank you!