Green Light
Lily Rose Lyrics
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Gimme that green light
Gimme that green light
Gimme that green light
Ooh, just another kiss
God, it feels like we′re in trouble
Trouble for your heartAnd for mine
'Cause I know what this is
Baby, can′t you see it's simple?
I think I could have you the rest of my life
(Ooh, ooh) we've been cruisin′ all this time
(Ooh, ooh) so gimme that green light tonight
Girl (girl), let′s go, I can speed it up, or we can take it slow
You know, either way you want it is fine
If you say, "Hey (hey), let's try"
Then buckle up, baby, for a crazy ride
Don′t be shy 'cause I know that you wanna
Gimme that green light
Gimme that green light
Gimme that green light
Gimme that green light
Baby, I′ll admit, I've been to church
But ain′t no choir sounded quite like this
You're my favorite song
Let's talk about your lips
Damn, they feel like wildfire
White-hot, won′t quit, I want you all night long
Girl (girl), let′s go, I can speed it up, or we can take it slow
You know, either way you want it is fine
If you say, "Hey (hey), let's try"
Then buckle up, baby, for a crazy ride
Don′t be shy 'cause I know that you wanna
Gimme that green light
Gimme that green light
Gimme that green light
Gimme that green light
(Ooh, ooh)
(Ooh, ooh) I feel it comin′ on back like
(Ooh, ooh) it's so obvious it feels so right
(Ooh, ooh) so gimme that green light, green light
Girl (girl), let′s go, I can speed it up, or we can take it slow
You know, either way you want it is fine
If you say, "Hey (hey), let's try"
You buckle up, baby, for a crazy ride
Don't be shy ′cause I know that you wanna (that you wanna)
Gimme that green light
Gimme that green light
Gimme that green light
Gimme that green light
Gimme that green light
Gimme that green light
Gimme that green light
Gimme that green light
Gimme that green light
Gimme that green light
The lyrics of Lily Rose's "Green Light" describe the desire for a lover's affirmation to take things to the next level. The phrase "Gimme that green light" represents the singer's eagerness to proceed with the relationship and take things further. The repeated use of the phrase highlights how badly the singer wants to advance their relationship with their lover, emphasizing the urgency of the situation. The overall tone of the lyrics is upbeat, playful, and self-assured, even though the singer is unsure of their lover's feelings.
The first verse alludes to the tension between the singer's and their lover's emotions; they both know what is happening between them, but have not expressed it clearly. The chorus highlights the importance of the "green light" to progress the situation, and the singer sings about how they can take things fast or slow, whatever their lover wants. The second verse reinforces the singer's interest in their lover, describing them as their "favorite song," and reinforces the urgency of the situation with the lyrics "I want you all night long."
Overall, Lily Rose's "Green Light" is a catchy pop-country anthem about taking things to the next level in a romantic relationship. The chorus is a standout, reiterating the importance of the green light and emphasizing the singer's excitement to proceed. The lyrics don't communicate anything particularly profound, but the simplicity and catchiness of the song make it a fun and energetic track.
Line by Line Meaning
Gimme that green light
The singer is asking for permission to proceed with a romantic and physical relationship
Ooh, just another kiss
The singer and the other person have a deep level of physical intimacy
God, it feels like we′re in trouble
The singer is acknowledging the possible consequences of their actions and the risk involved in taking it further
Trouble for your heart
The singer recognizes that the other person may be emotionally invested and may get hurt if things go wrong
And for mine
The singer is also acknowledging their own feelings and the potential for emotional pain if things go sour
'Cause I know what this is
The singer is aware of their deep connection and feelings towards the other person
Baby, can′t you see it's simple?
The singer believes that their attraction to each other is straightforward and uncomplicated
I think I could have you the rest of my life
The singer is suggesting that they could have a long-lasting, committed relationship
(Ooh, ooh) we've been cruisin′ all this time
The singer and the other person have been building up their relationship over a period of time
(Ooh, ooh) so gimme that green light tonight
The singer is eager to take things to the next level and wants the other person to give consent for them to do so tonight
Girl (girl), let′s go, I can speed it up, or we can take it slow
The singer is open to exploring their relationship at a pace that the other person is comfortable with
You know, either way you want it is fine
The singer is giving agency to the other person to make a decision about the pace and direction of their relationship
If you say, "Hey (hey), let's try"
The singer is encouraging the other person to take a chance and explore their relationship further
Then buckle up, baby, for a crazy ride
The singer is warning the other person that their relationship will be intense and exciting
Don′t be shy 'cause I know that you wanna
The singer believes that the other person is also interested in taking their relationship to the next level
Baby, I′ll admit, I've been to church
The singer is suggesting that they have some level of religious or moral values
But ain′t no choir sounded quite like this
The singer is comparing their attraction to the other person to the feeling of being in a church choir
You're my favorite song
The singer considers the other person to be the best thing in their life
Let's talk about your lips
The singer is drawn to the other person's physical features, specifically their lips
Damn, they feel like wildfire
The singer is expressing the intense passion and desire they feel towards the other person
White-hot, won′t quit, I want you all night long
The singer is describing their intense physical attraction and desire towards the other person
(Ooh, ooh) I feel it comin′ on back like
The singer is feeling a familiar sensation and is aware of the deep emotional connection between them
(Ooh, ooh) it's so obvious it feels so right
The singer is certain that their relationship is meant to be and that it feels natural and right
Gimme that green light, green light
The singer is reiterating their desire for the other person's consent to take their relationship to the next level
Writer(s): Lily Rose Williamson, Matthew Morrisey, Sarah Forbes
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