Michelle Gurevich formerly known as Chinawoman, is a Canadian singer-songwr… Read Full Bio ↴Michelle Gurevich formerly known as Chinawoman, is a Canadian singer-songwriter. Her music is influenced by her Russian heritage,[1] and has been described as slowcore rock and "lo-fi pop".Her largest fanbase is in Eastern Europe.

Michelle Gurevich was born in Toronto, Ontario, to Russian immigrants and was raised with Russian as her first language.[1] Her father was an engineer in Soviet Leningrad and her mother a Kirov ballerina (the subject of Michelle's "Russian Ballerina").[1][4] Gurevich originally wanted to become a filmmaker and worked ten years in the industry before turning to music. "I eventually tried to write a song and found it was not only cheaper, but much easier to get a good result."[1]

Gurevich began her career recording in her bedroom.[1][4] The stage name "Chinawoman" was chosen as a spur-of-the-moment joke when Garageband prompted her former band name.[2]

Michelle Gurevich has cited Alla Pugacheva, Adriano Celentano, Charles Aznavour, Yoko Ono, Francis Lai, Nino Rota, Xavier Dolan, Todor Kobakov, Jennifer Castle, and filmmaker Federico Fellini as influences on her music.[1][5]

In 2013, "Russian Ballerina" was featured on the commercial for the Nokia Lumia 1020.

In 2014, Gurevich's song "Party Girl" inspired the 2014 French film Party Girl.

Kiss
Michelle Gurevich Lyrics

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We've been friends
For a long time now
Missed our chance
For the window of romance

I can tell
Wouldn't take much to get there
Do you dare

Let this glance become a stare

Let's kiss and see what happens
Let's kiss and see what happens
Let's kiss and see what happens
Let's kiss and see what happens

Through the gate
Of your prime real estate
Oh the view
Darling sure looks good on you

Slow that kiss
Feels good to be nervous
I admit
I could get used to this

Let's kiss and see what happens
Let's kiss and see what happens
Let's kiss and see what happens
Let's kiss and see what happens
(I suggest)

Let's kiss and see what happens
(I suggest)
Let's kiss and see what happens
(I suggest)
Let's kiss and see what happens

(I suggest)
Let's kiss and see what happens

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Michelle Gurevich's song "Kiss" speak about the possibility of two people, who have been friends for a long time, taking a step towards a romantic relationship. The first verse talks about how the opportunity for romance has been missed, but the singer can sense that it wouldn't take much to start something between them. The chorus repeats the line "Let's kiss and see what happens" several times, emphasizing how a single kiss can change everything.

The second verse describes the setting of the kiss, using the metaphor of "prime real estate" with a good view. The singer asks to slow down the kiss because it feels good to be nervous, showing that the possibility of a romantic relationship is still intimidating yet exciting. The song ends with an emphatic repetition of the chorus, suggesting that the risk of kissing is worth taking.

Overall, the lyrics of "Kiss" showcase the vulnerability and thrill of exploring a romantic relationship with someone who has been a friend for a long time. The lyrics encourage the listener to take risks and explore new possibilities, even if it means potentially losing a valued friendship.

Line by Line Meaning

We've been friends
We know each other for quite some time now

For a long time now
For a significant amount of time

Missed our chance
Didn't take the opportunity when it presented itself

For the window of romance
Time when a romantic relationship could have developed

I can tell
I sense that there is chemistry between us

Wouldn't take much to get there
It wouldn't take much effort to start a romantic relationship

Do you dare
Are you willing to take the risk?

Let this glance become a stare
Let's make it clear that we are interested in each other

Through the gate
Through the barrier that separates us

Of your prime real estate
Of your attractive body

Oh the view
Your appearance is impressive

Darling sure looks good on you
You look very attractive

Slow that kiss
Let's enjoy the moment

Feels good to be nervous
Being nervous shows that we care about each other

I admit
I confess

I could get used to this
I like being close to you and would like more

(I suggest) Let's kiss and see what happens
Let's take a chance on each other and see what the future holds

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We’ve been friends
For a long time now
Missed our chance
For the window of romance

I can tell
Wouldn’t take much to get there
Do you dare
Let this glance become a stare

Let’s kiss and see what happens
Let’s kiss and see what happens
Let’s kiss and see what happens
Let’s kiss and see what happens

Through the gate
Of your prime real estate
Oh the view
Darling sure looks good on you

Slow that kiss
Feels good to be nervous
I admit
I could get used to this

Let’s kiss and see what happens
Let’s kiss and see what happens
Let’s kiss and see what happens
Let’s kiss and see what happens
(I suggest)
Let’s kiss and see what happens
(I suggest)
Let’s kiss and see what happens
(I suggest)
Let’s kiss and see what happens
(I suggest)
Let’s kiss and see what happens