What To Do With Laurie
Mike Clifford Lyrics


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What to do with Laurie
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
I don't know just where to start
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

Overall Meaning

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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