Give Right Now To You
Kool & The Gang Lyrics


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When I first met you baby
You looked so good to me
But the way you teased me baby
Brings me to my knees
All I wanna do is get with you
I want love to you
I want to love you now
I want to love you and be with you right now
I can't understand why we play these games
When I know you want me
Just the same right now
Welcome you now baby to this house of sin
Open up your eyes and let these games begin
I'm sick and tired of playing these games




When I know you want me
Just the same right now

Overall Meaning

In the first verse, the singer recalls the initial attraction and appeal they felt when they first met their love interest. They were captivated by their appearance and were immediately drawn towards them. However, the love interest's playful teasing and flirty behavior has a powerful effect on the singer, leaving them vulnerable and submissive. Despite this, their desire to connect and be intimate with the person intensifies. They long to express their love and passion for them at that very moment, craving the opportunity to be in their presence and shower them with affection.


The second verse delves deeper into the frustration and confusion the singer feels about the love interest's games. They question why they engage in these games when it is clear that both parties desire each other. The singer acknowledges that they are aware of the love interest's interest in them, and yet they continue to engage in this push-and-pull dynamic. The lyrics express a sense of longing for immediate connection and intimacy, wondering why they can't simply let go of the games and embrace their feelings for each other at that very moment.


The bridge of the song introduces a concept of a "house of sin" as a metaphorical space where these teasing and flirty games take place. It could represent a space where both parties explore their desires and engage in playful behavior. The singer welcomes their love interest into this realm, urging them to open their eyes and participate in these games together. However, the repeated reference to being tired of these games suggests that the singer is growing weary of the teasing and wants a more genuine connection.


In the final part of the lyrics, the singer expresses their frustration and dissatisfaction with the ongoing games. They reiterate that they know their love interest desires them just as much. The line "just the same right now" emphasizes the need for immediate action and fulfillment of their desires. It seems that the singer is yearning for honesty and authenticity in their relationship, wanting to move past the games and establish a deeper connection based on their mutual desire. The lyrics convey a sense of urgency and impatience, suggesting that the singer is ready to move forward and confront the love interest about their true feelings.


Line by Line Meaning

When I first met you baby
From the moment I laid eyes on you


You looked so good to me
You appeared incredibly attractive to me


But the way you teased me baby
However, your flirtatious behavior towards me


Brings me to my knees
Leaves me weak and vulnerable


All I wanna do is get with you
My sole desire is to be with you


I want love to you
I want to express my love for you


I want to love you now
I want to love you in this present moment


I want to love you and be with you right now
I yearn to both love and be in your company immediately


I can't understand why we play these games
I fail to comprehend why we engage in these manipulative actions


When I know you want me
When it is evident that you desire me


Just the same right now
With the same intensity at this very moment


Welcome you now baby to this house of sin
Allow me to invite you, my dear, into a realm associated with temptation


Open up your eyes and let these games begin
Be aware and ready for the commencement of these manipulative interactions


I'm sick and tired of playing these games
I am weary and frustrated with participating in these deceitful activities


When I know you want me
Despite being fully aware that you crave my presence


Just the same right now
With the same fervor this very instant




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Written by: Martin Nelson

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