Don't You
Mick Jagger & Tina Turner Lyrics


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Women of a certain age
They learn to rely and judge all his responses
Having played the mating game
She doesn't waste time 'cause all that she wants is
Really honest emotions
Ones he can't help but show
Though I hardly know your name
I know about love and I know

I don't wanna lose you
I don't even wanna say goodbye, oh no
I just wanna hold on
To this true love, true love

Women who have made mistakes
Are a little afraid, they don't like taking chances
She will play the waiting game
She's never impressed by those manly advances
I know I've only just met you
Maybe I should know better
But when you look at me that way
There's something inside that's so right

I don't wanna lose you
And I don't even wanna say goodbye, oh no
I just wanna hold on
To this true love, true love
I don't wanna lose you
And I always wanna feel this way, oh yeah
'Cause every time I'm with you
I feel true love, true love, true love

Tell me you're real and you're not pretending
Let's make a deal 'cause my heart's depending on you
Oh, babe

I don't wanna lose you
I don't even wanna say goodbye, oh no
I just wanna hold on
To this true love, true love
Oh, don't wanna lose you
And I always wanna feel this way, oh yeah
'Cause every time I'm with you
I feel true love, true love, true love
I don't wanna lose you
I don't even wanna say goodbye, oh no
I just wanna hold on
To this true love, true love
I don't wanna lose you
And I always wanna feel this way




'Cause every time I'm with you
I feel true love, true love, true love

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Mick Jagger and Tina Turner's song "Don't You" delve into the experiences and emotions of women, particularly those of a certain age, who have been through the complexities of love and relationships. The song portrays the journey of a woman who has learned from her past and is now seeking genuine and honest emotions from a partner. She understands the importance of not wasting time, valuing true love, and not wanting to let go of it.


The first verse highlights the desire for real emotions and genuine connection. The woman has learned to judge and rely on the responses of her partner, recognizing that she wants someone who can express their true feelings and emotions. Although she may not know much about the person she's singing to, she knows what love is and recognizes its significance in her life.


The second verse focuses on women who have made mistakes in the past and are a bit wary of taking chances. These women play the waiting game and are not easily swayed by superficial advances. However, when this new person looks at her in a certain way, she feels that something is right. There is a sense of caution in her approach, acknowledging that she might not have enough information about the person, but there is a strong connection that she wishes to hold onto.


The chorus reiterates the fear of losing the true love she has found. She doesn't want to say goodbye or let go because this love feels real and powerful. Each time she is with this person, she feels the depth of true love, and she wants to preserve that feeling.


Overall, the song speaks to the experiences and desires of women who have learned from their past and are seeking genuine love and connection. It captures the uncertainty and caution inherent in new relationships while expressing the hope and desire for true, lasting love.


Line by Line Meaning

Women of a certain age
Mature women who have experienced life and know what they want


They learn to rely and judge all his responses
They depend on a man's reactions and use them to evaluate the relationship


Having played the mating game
Having participated in the process of finding a partner


She doesn't waste time 'cause all that she wants is
She doesn't waste time because she only desires


Really honest emotions
Genuine and sincere feelings


Ones he can't help but show
Feelings he cannot contain or hide


Though I hardly know your name
Even though I barely know your name


I know about love and I know
I am familiar with love and its complexities


I don't wanna lose you
I don't want to be without you


I don't even wanna say goodbye, oh no
I don't want to bid farewell, not at all


I just wanna hold on
I simply want to cling to


To this true love, true love
To this authentic and genuine love


Women who have made mistakes
Women who have experienced failures or errors


Are a little afraid, they don't like taking chances
They are slightly apprehensive and cautious, avoiding risks


She will play the waiting game
She will engage in the act of patiently waiting


She's never impressed by those manly advances
She remains unimpressed by exaggerated displays of masculinity


I know I've only just met you
I am aware that we have only recently encountered each other


Maybe I should know better
Perhaps I should have more wisdom or knowledge in this situation


But when you look at me that way
However, when you gaze at me with that expression


There's something inside that's so right
There is a deep sense of correctness or alignment


Tell me you're real and you're not pretending
Assure me that you are genuine and not faking


Let's make a deal 'cause my heart's depending on you
Let us come to an agreement because my heart relies on you


Oh, babe
Oh, beloved


And I always wanna feel this way, oh yeah
And I perpetually desire to experience this feeling, oh yes


'Cause every time I'm with you
Because every instance I spend with you


I feel true love, true love, true love
I sense genuine, authentic love




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Written by: Albert Hammond, Graham Lyle

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Goldie Adams

No Mick Jagger moved like Tina Turner. Those are her signature moves!

Dean 10

Mick did confess that she was the One that had it all

CeeJai

This!!

D A D

Oh yes, how could anyone be confused about this fact.

Sophia Elayne

Exactly. The title is wrong.

Ty Allen

Yes!!

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Millie007

I still can’t believe she’s gone, I know she was 83 but she was one of those people who you think of them as ageless. She was amazing and her talent will live forever in our hearts and minds.

stratocaster1greg

God Bless You Tina. We love You.

Debora Mccallum

You think they will always be here

Estelle Wadsworth

What a legend in so many ways. I take my hat off to her fir her struggles and rise to fame she really is the best iconic singer i can think of. RIP TINA TURNER💔💔💔💔💔💔

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