What To Do With Laurie
Mike Clifford Lyrics
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What to do with Laurie
When I take her out tonight
Shall I hold, oh, so gently
Or should I hold her very tight
Oh, what to do with Laurie
What to do with Laurie
Should I talk about the moon
Or tell her what is in my heart
Should I kiss her on the cheek
Or kiss her on the chin
Or kiss her tiny fingertips
Shall I kiss her pretty nose
Or try to kiss her on the lips
What to do with Laurie
What to do with Laurie
What to do and when and how
Shall I wait until tomorrow
Or tell her that I love her now
What to do with Laurie
What to do with Laurie
What to do and when and how
Shall I wait until tomorrow
Or tell her that I love her now
The lyrics to Mike Clifford's song "What to Do With Laurie" depict a young man's indecision as he plans a date with his love interest, Laurie. He is unsure of his next moves and is seeking guidance on how to proceed. Should he hold her tightly or softly? Should he opt for a kiss on the cheek or go for the lips? Does he wait until tomorrow or does he tell her how he feels now?
The song is a reflection of the uncertainty and anxiety that can arise when one is unsure about their relationship status or the direction of their romantic interests. It highlights the importance of taking the time to make meaningful connections with others and the challenges that come with being vulnerable and open with one's emotions.
The lyrics are a relatable and nostalgic reflection of the dating culture of the 1960s, where young men and women had to navigate the challenges of dating without the aid of modern technology and dating apps. The song's catchy tune and easy-to-sing-along-to chorus made it a popular choice for teenage dances and couple's nights out.
Line by Line Meaning
What to do with Laurie
The singer is torn on how to act with Laurie
What to do with Laurie
The singer is still unsure what to do with Laurie
When I take her out tonight
The singer is contemplating their plans with Laurie
Shall I hold, oh, so gently
The singer is considering how to hold Laurie
Or should I hold her very tight
The singer is considering how to hold Laurie
I don't know just where to start
The singer is lost on how to begin with Laurie
Should I talk about the moon
The singer is considering what to talk about with Laurie
Or tell her what is in my heart
The singer is considering what to tell Laurie
Should I kiss her on the cheek
The singer is considering where to kiss Laurie
Or kiss her on the chin
The singer is considering where to kiss Laurie
Or kiss her tiny fingertips
The singer is considering where to kiss Laurie
Shall I kiss her pretty nose
The singer is considering where to kiss Laurie
Or try to kiss her on the lips
The singer is considering where to kiss Laurie
What to do and when and how
The singer is still lost on how to act with Laurie
Shall I wait until tomorrow
The singer is considering when to act with Laurie
Or tell her that I love her now
The singer is considering telling Laurie their feelings
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