This Is What You Came For
Michelle Simonal Lyrics

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Baby, this is what you came for
Lightning strikes every time she moves
And everybody's watching her
But she's looking at you
You
You
You
You

You
You
You
Lightning, this is what you came for
Lightning, it strikes everytime she moves
And everybody's watching her
But she's looking at you
You
You
You
You
You
You
You
We go fast with the game we play
Who knows why it's gonna be this way?
We say nothing more than we need
I say "your place" when we leave
Lightning, this is what you came for
Lightning strikes everytime she moves
And everybody's watching her
But she's looking at you
You
You
You
You
You

You
You

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Michelle Simonal's song "This is What You Came For" are centered around the experience of seeing someone who is just captivating and powerful beyond measure. The listener is told that "lightning strikes every time she moves" and that the attention of everyone in the room is fixed on this person - but despite this, she seems to be focused solely on the listener. The chorus repeats the refrain "you, you, you" as if to emphasize the sense of personal connection that exists between the listener and this force of nature in human form.

In the second half of the song, the lyrics take a more introspective turn. The listener and their mysterious companion are apparently caught up in some sort of intense game with unclear rules or goals, hurtling towards an outcome that they cannot predict. But despite this, they seem to be entirely focused on the present moment, not saying anything that isn't essential and leaving quickly once their time together is up. Once again, the refrain of "you, you, you" emphasizes the closeness and importance of the listener and the person they are with. This song is ultimately a celebration of the raw power and mystery of human attraction, and the way that it can make us feel alive.

Line by Line Meaning

Baby, this is what you came for
This is exactly what you wanted and came here for.

Lightning strikes every time she moves
She is absolutely stunning and captivating, moving with such charisma that it's like lightning striking every time she moves.

And everybody's watching her
She is the center of attention, everyone is watching her every move.

But she's looking at you
Despite all the attention she is receiving, she only has eyes for you.

You
She's only focused on you, you mean everything to her. (Repeated several times for emphasis).

We go fast with the game we play
The relationship is moving quickly, like a game, and it's thrilling.

Who knows why it's gonna be this way?
Who knows what the future holds, but in this moment, everything feels electric and perfect.

We say nothing more than we need
We communicate only what is necessary, but the spark is kept alive through our actions.

I say 'your place' when we leave
At the end of the night, I choose to go to your place, indicating that their connection is more intimate and deeper than just a passing fling.

Lightning, this is what you came for
This intense connection and attraction is what you came for and it's happening right now.

Lightning, it strikes every time she moves
The passion and energy between you two is like lightning and it's electrifying and undeniable.

And everybody's watching her
Despite the attention she's receiving, she's only interested in you.

But she's looking at you
Once again emphasizing that you are the only one that matters to her.

You
Closing out the song with this repeated phrase, reiterating that the connection between the two is powerful and real.

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