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Voulez-Vous
Philip Michael Lyrics
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A sense of expectation hanging in the air
Giving out a spark
Across the room your eyes are glowing in the dark
And here we go again, we know the start, we know the end
Masters of the scene
We've done it all before and now we're back to get some more
You know what I mean
Voulez-vous (ah ha)
Take it now or leave it (ah ha)
Now is all we get (ah ha)
Nothing promised, no regrets
Voulez-vous (ah ha)
Ain't no big decision (ah ha)
You know what to do (ah ha)
La question c'est voulez-vous
Voulez-vous
I know what you think
"The girl means business so I'll offer her a drink"
Feeling mighty proud
I see you leave your table, pushing through the crowd
I'm really glad you came, you know the rules, you know the game
Master of the scene
We've done it all before and now we're back to get some more
You know what I mean
Voulez-vous (ah ha)
Take it now or leave it (ah ha)
Now is all we get (ah ha)
Nothing promised, no regrets
Voulez-vous (ah ha)
Ain't no big decision (ah ha)
You know what to do (ah ha)
La question c'est voulez-vous
And here we go again, we know the start, we know the end
Masters of the scene
We've done it all before and now we're back to get some more
You know what I mean
Voulez-vous (ah ha)
Take it now or leave it (ah ha)
Now is all we get (ah ha)
Nothing promised, no regrets
Voulez-vous (ah ha)
Ain't no big decision (ah ha)
You know what to do (ah ha)
La question c'est voulez-vous
Voulez-vous
Voulez-vous (ah ha)
Take it now or leave it (ah ha)
Now is all we get (ah ha)
Nothing promised, no regrets
Voulez-vous (ah ha)
Ain't no big decision (ah ha)
You know what to do (ah ha)
I can still say voulez-vous
Voulez-vous (ah ha, ah ha, ah ha)
Voulez-vous (ah ha, ah ha, ah ha)
Voulez-vous (ah ha, ah ha, ah ha)
Voulez-vous (ah ha, ah ha, ah ha)
Voulez-vous (ah ha)
Take it now or leave it (ah ha)
Now is all we get (ah ha)
Nothing promised, no regrets
Voulez-vous (ah ha)
Ain't no big decision (ah ha)
You know what to do (ah ha)
I can still say voulez-vous
The lyrics to "Voulez-Vous" by Philip Michael are about a party or a club scene. The song is sung from the perspective of someone who is looking for a partner to dance and possibly start a romantic relationship with. The opening lines suggest an atmosphere in which anything can happen, with a sense of anticipation or excitement that can be felt by all present. The singer's eyes meet those of a potential partner across the room, and they are drawn to each other as they have done before. The chorus asks the question "Voulez-vous," which in French means "Do you want to?" The implication is clear: the singer is looking for someone who is willing to take a chance on a night of fun and romance, with no guarantees or commitments.
The song's lyrics are simple and straightforward, but they capture the essence of the disco era, with its emphasis on pleasure, hedonism, and sexual freedom. The theme of risk-taking, of living in the moment and seizing the opportunity, is a common one in the music of this time, and "Voulez-Vous" is a fine example of that ethos. The line "Nothing promised, no regrets" sums up the carefree attitude of the disco era and the singer's desire to find a partner who shares that attitude. The repetition of the chorus, with its infectious refrain, adds to the party atmosphere and invites listeners to join in the fun.
Line by Line Meaning
People everywhere
The presence of people is widespread and pervasive.
A sense of expectation hanging in the air
There is a feeling of anticipation and excitement in the atmosphere.
Giving out a spark
Emanating a small burst of light, energy or enthusiasm.
Across the room your eyes are glowing in the dark
From a distance, I can see the brightness and enthusiasm in your eyes which lure me towards you.
And here we go again, we know the start, we know the end
We're beginning a familiar situation that has played out before and we're aware of how it will end.
Masters of the scene
We are experienced and knowledgeable about our social setting.
We've done it all before and now we're back to get some more
We have previously enjoyed similar experiences and now we seek to relive them once again.
You know what I mean
I don't need to explain further because you already understand the situation and what I'm referring to.
Voulez-vous (ah ha)
Do you want it? (repeated with enthusiasm)
Take it now or leave it (ah ha)
You can choose to participate or not, but the opportunity won't wait around.
Now is all we get (ah ha)
We have this moment and nothing else.
Nothing promised, no regrets
There are no guarantees, so we won't have any regrets regardless of the outcome.
Ain't no big decision (ah ha)
This choice is relatively easy to make, so there's no need for excessive contemplation.
La question c'est voulez-vous
The question is, do you want to? (in French)
I know what you think
I can tell what you're thinking.
"The girl means business so I'll offer her a drink"
I perceive you as being serious, so I'll use a drink to initiate a conversation.
Feeling mighty proud
I feel confident and self-assured.
I see you leave your table, pushing through the crowd
I observe you moving towards me, making your way through a group of people.
I'm really glad you came, you know the rules, you know the game
I'm grateful for your presence and for your familiarity with our social norms and customs.
I can still say voulez-vous
I can continue to ask you if you want to, and I am enthusiastic about doing so.
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Written by: JOSEPH BALDASSARE
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