Arlita
Popa Chubby Lyrics


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Baby, baby, let your long hair flow in the wishing well
I know it's late and you're tired, I can't resist your spell
You remind me of a saint, I knew one time, in another sphere
We dove down into a river, of ruby red love, my dear

Even now, as I cry, we meet, My Arlita
Even now, as I cry, we meet, Sweet Arlita
Baby, baby, let your sweet touch, lay my fears to rest
Like a child on my knee, I'll pleasure and please don't protest
Baby, baby, let your long hair flow in the wishing well
A thousand years, wouldn't be enough time, for me to tell
That I love you

Even now, as I cry, we meet, My Arlita




Even now, as I cry, we meet, Sweet Arlita
Sha-na-na-na-na-na, Arlita

Overall Meaning

In the song "Arlita" by Popa Chubby, the singer is addressing his lover or significant other, urging her to let her guard down and be vulnerable with him. The repeated refrain of "Even now, as I cry, we meet, My Arlita / Even now, as I cry, we meet, Sweet Arlita" suggests that the two have a deep emotional connection that transcends physical distance or separation. The singer compares his lover to a saint he knew in a past life, which adds to the mystical and spiritual vibe of the song.


The imagery of a "river of ruby red love" is particularly striking and almost surreal, suggesting a passionate and intense love between the two. The singer's insistence that a thousand years wouldn't be enough time for him to express his love further emphasizes the intensity of their bond.


Overall, "Arlita" is a song about the power of love and the desire to connect with another person on a deep level, even in the face of obstacles and challenges.


Line by Line Meaning

Baby, baby, let your long hair flow in the wishing well
The singer is telling Arlita to let her hair down and be carefree, suggesting that they are in a place where wishes come true.


I know it's late and you're tired, I can't resist your spell
Despite Arlita being tired, the singer is drawn to her and can't resist her allure.


You remind me of a saint, I knew one time, in another sphere
Arlita reminds the singer of someone pure and holy that they had known in another realm.


We dove down into a river, of ruby red love, my dear
The artist and Arlita have experienced a deep, passionate love that flows like a red river.


Even now, as I cry, we meet, My Arlita
The artist is emotional as they think of Arlita, but feels like they are meeting with her in some way even in their sorrow.


Baby, baby, let your sweet touch, lay my fears to rest
The singer is asking Arlita to comfort them and take away their worries with her touch.


Like a child on my knee, I'll pleasure and please don't protest
The singer is promising to take care of Arlita and give her pleasure, much like the affection given to a child.


A thousand years, wouldn't be enough time, for me to tell that I love you
The artist feels that no amount of time could sufficiently convey how deeply they love Arlita.


Even now, as I cry, we meet, Sweet Arlita
The artist repeats the sentiment that they feel like they are meeting with Arlita even in their pain.


Sha-na-na-na-na-na, Arlita
This line is likely meant to be a vocalization of the artist's feelings for Arlita, perhaps suggesting that words fail to fully express their love.




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Comments from YouTube:

Kristine Leyva

This song brings back so many memories. My dad was in a coma for 14 days. I played this CD for him while he was in the hospital. Although he couldn't respond, I know he enjoyed the music. He died 7/14/04. Brings back bitter sweet memories of my pops.

Kristine Leyva

Played this song for my dad when he was dying in the hospital. He loved Poppa Chubby. Such a sad day, but somehow this song calmed my soul for that moment. I love you dad. Manuel Ray Gonzales 2/6/56~ 7/14/04

Jim beam

This is the most beautiful song, I love this.

Dieter Hopf

Great Song !!!!

abraxas77

exelente!

Maria del Mar Fernandez Amor

Muy grande

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