Gagliarda
Mannheim Steamroller Lyrics
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Slide me into gear
You don't need directions
We're not driving far from here
I'm out here waiting for someone just like you
Had to leave my lights on
Now my battery needs some juice
So rub my bumper nice and clean
If it's good for you, it sounds good to me
Don't you want to ride a
Steamroller,
I'm built for comfort not for speed
Steamroller,
Oh I've got everything that I need
Steamroller,
Take me for a ride
Steamroller,
Sit up, sit down, sit up
Sit down on me and drive
Where the road looks bumpy
You'll always have the key
If you think I'm rusty
Just pour a little oil on me
When I start to rumble
You know I'm on my way
As long as you are driving
Oh, I'll do anything you say
The song "Gagliarda" by Mannheim Steamroller appears to be a metaphorical expression of a person who is eager and ready for a romantic adventure. The lyrics suggest that the singer's "motor" is running and is ready for action. The person to whom the singer is speaking does not need any direction, indicating that they are equally prepared for the ride. They are not driving far from here, which means the experience is not going to be an extensive one, but instead, it is going to be an exciting and thrilling short ride. The singer wants the person to remember them, so they ask them to rub their bumper nice and clean. This could be a symbol for the singer's desire to be remembered fondly by the person they are addressing.
The chorus of the song describes the singer as a "Steamroller," while they assert that they are built for comfort, not for speed. The person can take them for a ride, and they want them to sit up, sit down, and sit up again while they drive. The singer is telling the person that they have everything that they need to have a good time. Even if the road looks bumpy, the person will always hold the key, symbolizing that the experience is going to be under their control. The singer is assuring the person that they will not be a problematic partner; instead, they will be very cooperative and will do anything that the person wants.
Line by Line Meaning
You got my motor running
You have ignited my passion and I am ready for action
Slide me into gear
Get ready to experience the ride of your life as I pick up speed
You don't need directions
We don't need a map to decide where we're going because we're not going far
We're not driving far from here
We're taking a short but thrilling ride
I'm out here waiting for someone just like you
I have been waiting for someone adventurous enough to take the journey with me
Had to leave my lights on
I am ready for you at any time, day or night
Now my battery needs some juice
I need a little boost, something to re-energize me for the ride
I want you to remember me
I want you to remember the thrill of this ride forever
So rub my bumper nice and clean
Make sure I am in top shape for this ride, give me a little TLC
If it's good for you, it sounds good to me
I'm ready for anything as long as it brings excitement to our journey
Don't you want to ride a
Are you ready to experience the thrill of a lifetime on this ride?
Steamroller,
This ride is Mannheim Steamroller, and it's ready for you
I'm built for comfort not for speed
This ride is designed for your comfort and safety, not to break any speed records
Oh I've got everything that I need
This ride is fully equipped to give you the best ride ever
Take me for a ride
Let's go on this thrilling ride together
Sit up, sit down, sit up
Be ready to change positions and experience the different thrills of this ride
Sit down on me and drive
Get comfortable and drive this ride to new heights of excitement
Where the road looks bumpy
This ride will take you over any terrain, no matter how rough it may seem
You'll always have the key
You are in control of this ride and have the power to make it as thrilling as you want
If you think I'm rusty
If you think this ride needs a little work, don't worry, it's still designed to thrill you
Just pour a little oil on me
Give this ride a little attention and it will be ready to take you on the most thrilling journey of your life
When I start to rumble
When this ride picks up speed, you'll feel the excitement building
You know I'm on my way
This ride is ready to take you on the adventure of a lifetime
As long as you are driving
As long as you're in control, this ride will do anything to give you the most thrilling experience
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