Mary Esther Wells (May 13, 1943 – July 26, 1992) known just as Mary Wells, was an American singer who defined the early sound of Motown Records in the early sixties.
After the Lights Go Down Low
Marvin Gaye & Mary Wells Lyrics
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There'll be no reason for teasin' me so
And when the dancin' is through and folks will be through
I'll be sitting with no one but you
And I'll be needin' you so
After the lights go down low
I wanna hold you and squeeze you as tight as I can
And when you thrill me, you fill me with love so divine
Together we can have a real good time
After the lights go down low, baby you know
There'll be no reason for teasin' me so, baby
And when we cuddle up near without any fear
Cause I got somethin' sweet I want you to hear
And I'll be needin' you so, after the lights go down low
After the lights go down low
I wanna hold you and squeeze you as tight as I can
I'd like to kiss you and please you and make you understand
And when you thrill me, you fill me with love so divine
Together we can have a swingin' time
After the lights go down low, baby you know
There'll be no reason for teasin' me so
Now listen, when we cuddle up near without any fear
Cause I got some sweet talk that you wanna hear
And I'll be needin' you so, after the lights go down low
And I'll be needin' you so, after the lights go down low
And I'll be needin' you so, after the lights go down low
And I'll be needin' you so, after the lights go down low
The lyrics to Marvin Gaye & Mary Wells's "After The Lights Go Down Low" detail the desire for physical intimacy and emotional connection with a partner after a night of dancing and partying. The song starts with the assertion that once the lights go down low, there will be no reason for the partner to tease the singer. The singer longs to hold, kiss and please the partner, and to have a good time together. The chorus repeats the singer's need for the partner after the party is over and the lights have dimmed.
The lyrics elevate the physical act of holding, kissing and cuddling to a level of emotional connection that the singer needs. The need for closeness is reflected in the repetition of the phrase "I'll be needing you so" throughout the song. The reference to "sweet talk" in the last verse also suggests that the emotional connection between the partners may be deepening.
Overall, "After The Lights Go Down Low" conveys a longing for intimacy and emotional connection with a partner after a night of revelry. The lyrics suggest that the physical act of holding and being close to someone can be a powerful manifestation of emotional need and that both can lead to a real good time.
Line by Line Meaning
After the lights go down low, baby you know
Once the lights turn off, you understand that we can stop playing games
There'll be no reason for teasin' me so
There won't be a motive for you to tease me anymore
And when the dancin' is through and folks will be through
Once the dance ends and everyone leaves
I'll be sitting with no one but you
I'll be sitting beside you and only you
And I'll be needin' you so
I'll be requiring your presence desperately
I wanna hold you and squeeze you as tight as I can
I desire to embrace and hold onto you tightly
I'd like to kiss you and please you and make you understand
I want to give you pleasure and help you comprehend my emotions
And when you thrill me, you fill me with love so divine
Your actions that excite me are what make me feel loved and special
Together we can have a real good time
We can enjoy each other's company and have fun while doing it
And when we cuddle up near without any fear
When we snuggle closely and comfortably without hesitation
Cause I got somethin' sweet I want you to hear
I have something pleasant to tell you
And I'll be needin' you so, after the lights go down low
After the lights turn off, my need for you will only intensify
And I'll be needin' you so, after the lights go down low
After the lights turn off, my desire to be with you will increase
And I'll be needin' you so, after the lights go down low
After the lights turn off, I'll crave your presence even more
And I'll be needin' you so, after the lights go down low
After the lights turn off, I'll require your company on a deeper level
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ALLAN WHITE, LEROY C LOVETT
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