What I Like About You
Next Wave Lyrics


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Hey, uh huh huh
Hey, uh huh huh

What I like about you, you hold me tight
Tell me I'm the only one, wanna' come over tonight, yea

Keep on whispering in my ear
Tell me all the things that I wanna' to hear, 'cause that's true
That's what I like
That's what I like

What I like about you, you really know how to dance
When you go up, down, jump around, think about true romance, yea

Keep on whispering in my ear
Tell me all the things that I wanna' to hear, 'cause that's true
That's what I like about you
That's what I like about you

That's what I like about you
That's what I like about you

Wahh!

Hey!

What I like about you, you keep me warm at night
Never wanna' let you go, know you make me feel alright, yea

Keep on whispering in my ear
Tell me all the things that I wanna' to hear, 'cause that's true
That's what I like about you
That's what I like about you

That's what I like about you
That's what I like about you
That's what I like about you (whispered)
That's what I like about you
That's what I like about you
That's what I like about you

Hey, uh huh huh, hey hey hey




Hey, uh huh huh, brrr
Hey, uh huh huh, hey

Overall Meaning

The song "What I Like About You" by Next Wave is a pop-rock classic that celebrates the thrill of being in love with someone who understands you inside and out. The upbeat tempo and catchy chorus make it a perfect party song that appeals to a wide audience. The lyrics express the singer's admiration for their lover's physical and emotional qualities, highlighting the joy of being loved and appreciated.


The opening lines "Hey, uh huh huh" and "Hey, hey, hey" set the tone for the song's energetic and playful vibe. The singer then proceeds to list the things they like about their partner, including how they hold them tight, whisper sweet nothings in their ear, and make them feel alive with their dancing. The repeated chorus emphasizes the central message of the song: that the singer loves everything about their partner and wants to be with them forever.


Overall, "What I Like About You" is a fun, romantic anthem that captures the excitement and passion of being in love. It's a classic example of pop rock at its finest and remains popular with audiences today.


Line by Line Meaning

Hey, uh huh huh
Opening statement to the song


What I like about you, you hold me tight
Expressing affection towards a partner who provides comfort and security


Tell me I'm the only one, wanna' come over tonight, yea
Desire for exclusivity and spending the night together


Keep on whispering in my ear
Requesting continued romantic reinforcement


Tell me all the things that I wanna' to hear, 'cause that's true
Asking for genuine expression of love and affection


That's what I like
Reinforcing appreciation for partner's loving nature


What I like about you, you really know how to dance
Acknowledging the attraction to partner's physical moves


When you go up, down, jump around, think about true romance, yea
Sensual and passionate expression of dance and love


What I like about you, you keep me warm at night
Appreciating partner's warmth and physical presence


Never wanna' let you go, know you make me feel alright, yea
Expressing desire for commitment and contentment with current situation


That's what I like about you
Reiterating appreciation for partner's positive qualities


Wahh!
Exclamation of excitement


Hey!
Exclamation of attention


Hey, uh huh huh, hey hey hey
Closing statement to the song




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: WALTER PALMER, JIMMY MARINOS, MIKE SKILL

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