Witchcraft
Nelson Riddle Frank Sinatra Lyrics

Those fingers in my hair
Referring to the lover's touch that is deeply felt by the singer

That sly come hither stare
Referring to the way the lover gazes at the singer in a cunning and alluring way

That strips my conscience bare
Referring to the way the lover affects the singer emotionally, making them vulnerable and open

It's witchcraft
Referring to the inexplicable attraction that the singer feels for the lover

And I've got no defense for it
Admitting the singer's inability to resist the spell that the lover has cast

The heat is too intense for it
Describing the powerful pull that the singer feels toward the lover

What good would common sense for it do
Questioning the usefulness of rational thinking in the face of such strong emotions

'Cause it's witchcraft, wicked witchcraft
Reinforcing the idea that the singer is under a kind of spell that can only be described as witchcraft

And although, I know, it's strictly taboo
Acknowledging that the singer understands that their attraction to the lover goes against societal norms

When you arouse the need in me
Describing how the lover's touch and gaze instills a deep desire in the singer

My heart says yes indeed in me
Describing how the singer's emotions are in agreement with their physical desires

Proceed with what your leading me to
Submitting to the lover's control and allowing them to take the lead

It's such an ancient pitch
Describing how the idea of being enchanted by a lover is an age-old concept

But one I wouldn't switch
Expressing how the singer appreciates the experience and wouldn't choose to be without it

'Cause there's no nicer witch than you
Praising the lover for their ability to enrapture the singer and for being the source of such intense emotions