Sweet Thing
New Edition Lyrics


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Well when she walks on by she's got that look in her eye,
Drop and roll, funk and soul.
And when she wants a guy you know she don't have to try,
Can't say no, what boy would say no?

Every since I saw her nothings ever been the same,
I'm feeling like a brand new me,
She's the one that I need, she could really make my life complete.
Wish she were crazy bout me, (sweet thing)

I will hold you in my arms and make you feel apart of my dreams.
(sweet thing)
I will hold you in my arms and make you feel apart of my dreams.
"Dreams"

Well she can break your heart she can tear it apart,
With her smile, with her smile.
And when she starts to dance she's got you all in a trance,
Girl so fine, woo woo its a crime.

Everybody wants her, what am I to do,
I know thay she don't notice me, wondering should I tell her,
I would give her everything.
Wish she were crazy bout me, (sweet thing)

I will hold you in my arms and make you feel apart of my dreams.
(sweet dreams)
I will hold you in my arms and make you feel apart of my dreams.
(sweet dreams)

Every since i saw her nothings ever been the same,
I'm feeling like a brand new me,
She's the one that I need, she could really make my life complete.
Wish she were crazy bout me, (sweet thing)

I will hold you in my arms and make you feel apart of my dreams.
(sweet thing)
I will finally make you mines and wrap you up inside of my dreams.
(sweet thing)

I will kiss you in the night and love you til we both start to scream.
(sweet thing)




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Overall Meaning

The lyrics of New Edition's song "Sweet Thing" can be interpreted as an ode to a woman who exudes confidence and irresistible charm. The opening verse describes the woman's ability to turn heads effortlessly just by walking by, with a certain look in her eye that suggests both funk and soul. The following verse highlights her appeal to men, as she doesn't need to try hard to attract them. The singer is evidently smitten with her and acknowledges that everything has been different since he met her, feeling like a brand new person.


However, the lyrics also showcase the woman's power as a potential heartbreaker. With her smile and dance moves, she has the ability to lead men on and leave them longing for more. The singer acknowledges that he is not the only person vying for her attention, but he wishes that she would reciprocate his feelings and be "crazy" about him. The chorus expresses his desire to hold her, make her feel a part of his dreams, and wrap her up in his love.


In summary, the song "Sweet Thing" is a tribute to a woman who is confident, alluring, and irresistible. The lyrics depict the singer's admiration for her, while also acknowledging her potential to break hearts. Ultimately, he wants nothing more than to make her his own and love her deeply.


Line by Line Meaning

Well when she walks on by she's got that look in her eye,
As she passes by, there is a certain gleam in her eye which cannot go unnoticed.


Drop and roll, funk and soul.
Her style is snazzy and unique, encompassing an appealing fusion of elements from both funk and soul genres of music.


And when she wants a guy you know she don't have to try,
It takes no effort at all for her to capture the attention of a man.


Can't say no, what boy would say no?
It is highly improbable for a man to decline her advances.


Every since I saw her nothings ever been the same,
Ever since getting a glimpse of her, the artist's worldview has undergone a drastic change.


I'm feeling like a brand new me,
The singer has undergone a personal transformation, feeling rejuvenated and revitalized.


She's the one that I need, she could really make my life complete.
The singer believes that she is the missing piece in his life that would bring him true happiness.


Wish she were crazy bout me, (sweet thing)
The artist wishes that she reciprocated his feelings of adoration towards her.


I will hold you in my arms and make you feel apart of my dreams.
The artist longs to embrace her in a tight hug, making her feel like she's an integral part of his deepest desires.


(sweet dreams)
The artist is dreaming of a happy future with her.


Well she can break your heart she can tear it apart,
The woman has the power to inflict emotional pain and wreak havoc on a person's heart.


With her smile, with her smile.
She can ensnare anyone with her genuine, captivating smile.


And when she starts to dance she's got you all in a trance,
Her dancing skills make you hypnotized and entranced by her beauty and grace.


Girl so fine, woo woo its a crime.
Her incredible beauty is almost criminal in its stunning quality.


Everybody wants her, what am I to do,
It seems that every man wants her, leaving the singer feeling helpless and unsure of his standing.


I know thay she don't notice me, wondering should I tell her,
The artist is uncertain whether or not to express his feelings towards her since he feels like he is not on her radar.


I would give her everything.
If the woman of his dreams shows interest in him, the artist would give her absolutely everything he has to offer.


I will finally make you mines and wrap you up inside of my dreams.
The singer fantasizes that one day, they will be together, held in a warm embrace, and united beneath the stars.


I will kiss you in the night and love you til we both start to scream.
The singer longs to revel in the raw passion that he shares with the one he loves, lost in the moment until they both reach the peak of ecstasy.


Sweet thing
A term of endearment, referring to the woman who has a special place in the artist's heart.


Sweet thing
Repeating the term of endearment, underscoring how important she is to the artist.




Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing
Written by: Dan Sembello, Randy B Waldman, Richard J Rudolph, Danny Sembello, Randy B. Waldman, Richard Rudolph

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