She’s one of the most instantly recognizable voices in music - the woman People magazine called “Country’s Bonnie Raitt.” From the first time Lacy J. Dalton caught the public’s ear, that soulful delivery, full of texture and grit, was a mainstay of country music. When you sit down to listen to a Lacy J. Dalton album, you find yourself pulled in by the very power and heart in this vocalist, because she’s not merely performing a ten-song set, she’s bringing each and every tune to life.
Lacy J. Dalton’s music is a product of her wide-ranging musical tastes. She was born in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania, into a family of music lovers. Her father played a variety of stringed instruments, sang and wrote songs. Her mother played guitar and sang harmony, and her sister was a pianist. Lacy’s early influences were the folk and rock sounds of Bob Dylan and Joan Baez. She’s always been a writer and artist who loved music with a message and lyrics that somehow brought a new awareness to the listener. She retains this love of material with a purpose, and her songwriting reflects that appreciation.
Her latest album “The Last Wild Place Anthology” adds another 5 million-hour airplay hits in addition to the songs from her “The Last Wild Place”, the CD that was Lacy’s first move back to her singer-songwriter roots since leaving Nashville, and showcases Lacy’s remarkable voice and writing talents at their finest. The music is heartfelt, acoustic-based, Americana/Folk and ranges from the quiet introspective to the rollicking good time.
Lacy is an innovative and creative artist with a great deal of real-life experience and an earthy honesty that is reflected in her work. Her voice: captivating. Her songs: spellbinding. Does that sound corny? Sure it does! But don’t you owe it to yourself to find out what's in store for your "Welcome to the Last WIld Place"?
Slow Down
Lacy J. Dalton Lyrics
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Hey, slow down, we're rushing the night away
Going too fast, let's make it last
All night long
All day, we've both had to hurry
But all night, we don't have to worry
There's plenty of time, so let's pour the wine
Let's make every hour
Seem just like a year
Let's count every heartbeat, babe
Before they disappear
Slow down
Slow down
Let me look you over, baby
Let me tell you this
I'd love to start the lovin'
With this whole world's longest kiss
Slow down, just lay in my arms, oh, I'll slow down
And it won't be long till I love you
And then I'll love you again
Just slow down
Slow down, we don't have to fight it
Hey, slow down, we're rushing the night away
Going too fast, let's make it last
All night long
In Lacy J. Dalton's song "Slow Down," the singer urges her lover to take their time and "slow down" in order to fully savor the moment they have together. The opening line implies that there might be a sense of urgency or conflict between the two, but the singer wants to put an end to it by taking things slow. She acknowledges that they've both had a busy day, but there's no need to rush through the night. Instead, they should make the most of their time together and enjoy it fully. Through the metaphor of counting heartbeats, the singer emphasizes the importance of not letting this fleeting moment pass them by.
The chorus repeats the refrain to "slow down" and emphasizes the longevity of their time together. Rather than trying to cram as much as they can into the night, the singer wants to slow things down and make every moment last. She even playfully suggests that they start their love-making with the world's longest kiss. By the end of the song, the listener is left with the feeling that the singer has convinced her lover to take their time and savor the night ahead of them.
Line by Line Meaning
Slow down, we don't have to fight it
There's no need to rush or argue, let's take our time and enjoy the moment
Hey, slow down, we're rushing the night away
We're moving too quickly and not savoring the night as we should be
Going too fast, let's make it last
If we slow down, we can make this moment last and enjoy it fully
All night long
We have all night to enjoy each other's company
All day, we've both had to hurry
We've been busy all day, now it's time to slow down and relax
But all night, we don't have to worry
There's nothing to worry about, we can take things slowly and enjoy the night
There's plenty of time, so let's pour the wine
We have all the time in the world, so let's take a moment to enjoy some wine together
And slow down
Let's take a break and relax
Let's make every hour
We should cherish every moment together
Seem just like a year
We can make a single moment feel like it lasts forever
Let's count every heartbeat, babe
We'll take the time to notice and appreciate each other's presence
Before they disappear
Before the moment is gone, let's enjoy it to the fullest
Let me look you over, baby
I want to take in the beauty of your presence and appreciate it fully
Let me tell you this
I want to express my love and appreciation for you
I'd love to start the lovin'
I want to express my love physically
With this whole world's longest kiss
Let's share a passionate and lengthy kiss as a symbol of our love
Slow down, just lay in my arms, oh, I'll slow down
Let's embrace each other and enjoy the moment
And it won't be long till I love you
I already love you, but my love will continue to grow
And then I'll love you again
My love for you is constant and will always be present
Just slow down
We don't need to rush, let's enjoy each other's presence and love
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: REDD EVANS
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