Slow Dance
R. Kelly & Public Announcement Lyrics
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Slow
Hey Mr. DJ
Why don't you slow this party down (slow it down)
The ladies in here are fly
And there's one who's caught my eye
(one who's caught my eye)
I wanna pull her slow to me (pull her slow to me)
'Cause tonight I'm full of fire baby, oh yeah (full of fire)
And you're the only one my heart desires, baby
[Chorus]
You're the only one I wanna slow dance baby
Girl you're the only one
Hey Mr. DJ
Why don't you slow this party down
You're the only one I wanna slow dance baby
Ooh, let the records spin
Now baby take my hand
Let the music play (let the music play)
'Cause I wanna get it on
Put your arms around me baby, oh yeah (arms around me)
And let's start a slow grind, grind
I'm gonna rock 'n rollin' rock it
All night long baby, baby
What you've given me is a feeling so strong, so strong
Feel my nature rise girl (feel my nature rise)
I'm gonna make you feel good tonight
You are the only one
[Chorus]
And let me
break it down for ya:
"Slow Dance" is a romantic and sexy song by R. Kelly & Public Announcement that invites and encourages the DJ to slow down the party's tempo so that the singer can dance with his desired lady. He spotted her among other attractive ladies and wants to make a connection with her – by pulling her close, whispering sweet nothings in her ear, and slow dancing intimately with her. The singer exudes confidence and passion for this particular lady, expressing that he is full of fire tonight and that she's the only one his heart desires.
The chorus is repetitive but catchy, emphasizing that the lady he wants to slow dance with is the only one he desires to be with at that moment. He wants her to take his hand and start a slow grind dance that would lead to rock 'n rollin' all night long. The lyrics imply that the singer wants to make the lady feel loved, and he wants her to feel pleasure and nature rise. He keeps repeating that she's the only one, emphasizing that he's focused on her and wants to spend his time dancing and getting intimate with her.
Overall, the song Slow Dance is a classic R&B romantic ballad that sets the mood and invites the listener to slow down and enjoy intimate moments with their lover. It's a reminder that relationships need to be nurtured and appreciated, and dedicating time to dance and connect intimately with one's lover is one way of keeping the spark alive.
Line by Line Meaning
Slow dance, slow dance
Let's take it nice and easy with the dancing tonight
Slow
Everything tonight is going to be slow and steady
Hey Mr. DJ
Excuse me, the DJ, could you do something for me?
Why don't you slow this party down (slow it down)
This party is too fast-paced, can you please slow it down a bit?
The ladies in here are fly
There are some attractive women here tonight
And there's one who's caught my eye (one who's caught my eye)
There is one woman, in particular, that has my attention
I wanna pull her slow to me (pull her slow to me)
I want to bring her closer to me, in a slow and sensual way
And whisper sweet things in her ear, oh yeah
I want to say some romantic and suggestive things in her ear
'Cause tonight I'm full of fire baby, oh yeah (full of fire)
I'm feeling especially passionate and energized tonight
And you're the only one my heart desires, baby
You are the only person I am interested in tonight
You're the only one I wanna slow dance baby
Out of everyone here, I only want to slow dance with you, my love
Girl you're the only one
You're the only person that interests me tonight
Ooh, let the records spin
Let's keep the music playing
Now baby take my hand
Come on, take my hand and let's dance
Let the music play (let the music play)
Let's keep the music going so we can continue dancing
'Cause I wanna get it on
I'm feeling aroused and want to express my feelings towards you physically
Put your arms around me baby, oh yeah (arms around me)
Wrap your arms around me, my love
And let's start a slow grind, grind
Let's grind our bodies together, slowly and sensually
I'm gonna rock 'n rollin' rock it
Our dance moves will express our physical attraction to each other
All night long baby, baby
We'll dance and be together until the night is over
What you've given me is a feeling so strong, so strong
The emotions you bring out in me are powerful and intense
Feel my nature rise girl (feel my nature rise)
I am getting physically aroused by our intimate dance together
I'm gonna make you feel good tonight
I want to make you feel physically and emotionally satisfied tonight
You are the only one
Out of everyone here, you are the only person I am interested in dancing with tonight
And let me hold you tight (hold you tight)
Let me embrace you in a sensual and romantic hug
We'll make love through the night
We will spend the rest of the night expressing our physical desires for each other
(It's gonna be alright)
Don't worry, everything is going to be okay
So come on baby, take my hand (take my hand)
Let's keep dancing and enjoying each other's company
And let's slow dance
Let's dance slowly and intimately together, showing our love for one another
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MICHAEL JEFFERSON, ROBERT S. KELLY, TYRONE D. BLATCHER
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