I Do Not Hook Up
Kelly Clarkson Lyrics
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You've got too much talent
I see you through those bloodshot eyes
There's a cure, you've found it
Slow motion, sparks, you've caught that chill
Now don't deny it, but boys will be boys, oh, yes, they will
They don't wanna define it
Just give up the game and get into meIf you're looking for thrills then get cold feet
Oh, no, I do not hook up, up, I go slow
So if you want me, I don't come cheap
Keep your hand in my hand, your heart on your sleeve
Oh, no, I do not hook up, up, I fall deep
'Cause the more that you try the harder I'll fight to say goodnight
I can't cook, no, but I can clean
Up the mess she left
Lay your head down and feel the beat
As I kiss your forehead
This may not last but this is now
So love the one you're with
You wanna chase but you're chasin' your tail
A quick fix won't ever get you well
Oh, no, I do not hook up, up, I go slow
So if you want me, I don't come cheap
Keep your hand in my hand, your heart on your sleeve
Oh, no, I do not hook up, up, I fall deep
'Cause the more that you try the harder I'll fight to say
'Cause I feel, the distance
Between us, could be over
With the snap of your finger, Oh, no!
Oh, no, I do not hook up, up, I go slow
So if you want me, I don't come cheap
Keep your hand in my hand, your heart on your sleeve
Oh, no, I do not hook up, up, I fall deep
'Cause the more that you try the harder I'll fight
To say, 'cause the more that you try the harder I'll fight, to say goodnight
Oh, sweetheart, put the bottle down
'Cause you don't wanna miss out
"I Do Not Hook Up" is a song about self-respect and refusing to engage in a one-night stand with someone. The lyrics are encouraging the potential partner to put the bottle down and stop making impulsive decisions. The singer sees through the person's drunkenness and wants them to know that they don't have to resort to hooking up for thrills. The chorus repeats the phrase "Oh, no, I do not hook up, up, I go slow," indicating the singer's unwillingness to rush into anything physical. The reference to "boys will be boys" is meant to say that societal norms won't excuse irresponsible behavior. She is asking for the potential partner to respect her boundaries and to not try to change her mind for a quick fix.
Kelly Clarkson's voice has an edge that sets the mood for the entire song. She sings with a sense of urgency that makes it clear the person she is talking to needs to stop their reckless behavior. The use of repetition in the chorus of the song emphasizes the message of the song that the singer is willing to fight for her decision not to hook up. The switch from insisting on being slow to then being willing to fall deep gives the song a sense of growth for the singer by the end. The overall message is that short term thrills won't lead to anything lasting or meaningful.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, sweetheart, put the bottle down
Stop drinking because you have a lot of talent and I can see the effects of the alcohol in your eyes
You've got too much talent
You are so talented that you don't need alcohol to impress me
I see you through those bloodshot eyes
I can see the effects of the alcohol in your eyes
There's a cure, you've found it
You can find happiness without resorting to alcohol
Slow motion, sparks, you've caught that chill
You are attracted to me but you need to slow down and think about your actions
Now don't deny it, but boys will be boys, oh, yes, they will
I know you are interested but I also know that men tend to think only about their own desires
They don't wanna define it
Men don't want to commit to a relationship
Just give up the game and get into me
Stop playing games and pursue a real relationship with me
If you're looking for thrills then get cold feet
If all you're looking for is a thrill, then reconsider your actions
Oh, no, I do not hook up, up, I go slow
I am not interested in a physical relationship, I want to take things slow
So if you want me, I don't come cheap
I am not easily won over, you have to meet my standards
Keep your hand in my hand, your heart on your sleeve
Be honest with your feelings and show me that you are committed
Oh, no, I do not hook up, up, I fall deep
I am looking for a real, deep relationship
'Cause the more that you try the harder I'll fight to say goodnight
I know you are attracted to me, but I am not interested in anything superficial
I can't cook, no, but I can clean
I may not be the perfect partner, but I will take care of you and your home
Up the mess she left
I am willing to help you move on from your past relationship
Lay your head down and feel the beat
Relax with me and enjoy the moment
As I kiss your forehead
I care deeply for you and want to show you affection
This may not last but this is now
We don't know what the future holds, but we can focus on enjoying our present moment
So love the one you're with
Be present and appreciate the person you are with instead of chasing after something that may not exist
You wanna chase but you're chasin' your tail
You are pursuing something that is not worth your time and effort
A quick fix won't ever get you well
You won't find happiness in something temporary, you need to look for something more meaningful
'Cause I feel, the distance
I sense that there is a gap between us
Between us, could be over
Our relationship could end before it even begins
With the snap of your finger, Oh, no!
You have the power to end our relationship just as easily as you can start it
To say, 'cause the more that you try the harder I'll fight, to say goodnight
I will not compromise my values for a temporary pleasure and I will fight to end any relationship that is not meaningful or fulfilling
'Cause the more that you try the harder I'll fight
I won't be easily won over and you need to prove that you are truly committed to me
To say, 'cause the more that you try the harder I'll fight, to say goodnight
I will not let a temporary thrill compromise my values and my desire for a deep, meaningful relationship
Oh, sweetheart, put the bottle down
Stop drinking and focus on building a real, meaningful relationship with me
'Cause you don't wanna miss out
Don't let alcohol and temporary thrills blind you from the possibility of a fulfilling relationship
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Greg Wells, Kara Dioguardi, Katy Perry
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@WhatSayCrochet
+hearts1700 +hearts1700
I probably won't wait all the way until marriage. "I do not hook up." I would be so ashamed of myself. I want to know I can trust him. If we only went out for 2 dates or he only talked to me for a week and then just left. I would personally be very embarrassed to lose my virginity to a guy like that.
My high school ex tried to cheat on my with my best friend. She respected me and told him to back off and remind him that his GF was her best friend. Then she came to me and told me all about it. I admire her so much for that. 2 weeks later the guy was already with another girl. My ex was a doosh.
As I said, I probably wont wait all the way until marriage, but I dont want it to happen with a guy like that.
+Lud Wig Listen to the chorus and you will see this is exactly what Kelly is talking about. "Oh no I do not hook up, up. I go slow. So if you want me. I don't come cheap. Keep your hand in my hand and your heart on your sleeve. Oh no I do not hook up, up. I fall deep.
'Cause the more that you try the harder I'll fight
To say ... Goodnight" . Does that answer your question?
@jx9936
Kelly Clarkson is truly the songstress diva of her generation, she ROCKED my childhood and adolescence like no one else, and by the way HASTA LA VISTA Baby when it comes to Queen Kelly, hands down case is closed and the court is adjourned ladies and gentlemen!!
@YONCE8701
True That.
@jare5701
Love it! I forgot about her falling off the bar and then jumping up 😂. Been a while since I watched the video. Classic Kelly all the way ❤❤❤
@BroBrackMadness
Such a fun song! This really highlights Katy Perry’s song writing ability, paired with Kelly Clarksons perfect vocals *Chef kiss*
@percythelonelynite
my absolute favorite mv of all time
@tynikalaneya6574
Still my fav song ❤❤ 2024'
@britnicassell8878
i love the line "if you want me i don't come cheap
@CSAFD
Most women are never cheap!
@BeerGoggles100
My paw paw loved this song…I remember sitting next to him as he peacefully passed away listening to this. RIP PAW PAW
@ajvideoweb
Ain't nobody like Kelly Clarkson to flirt with the camera, holding the microphone and yet look that powerful! She is so inspiring!