The Sweetest Thing
Refugee Allstars Lyrics
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Was like the kiss on the collarbone
Soft caress of happiness
The way you walk your style of dress
I wish I didn't get so weak
Ooo baby just to hear you speak
Makes me argue just to see
How much you're in love with me
It was the sweet sweet sweetest thing I know
It was the sweet sweet sweetest thing I know
I get mad when you walk away (don't walk away)
So I tell you leave, when I mean stay
Warm as the sun dipped in black
Fingertips on the small of my back
More valuable than all I own
Like your precious, precious, precious, precious dark skin tone
It was the sweet sweet sweetest thing I know
It was the sweet sweet sweetest thing I know
It was the, ah
I tried to explain
Ah, but baby, it's in vain
Speaking on my mother's phone
The touching makes me think I'm grown, (you ain't grown)
Sweet prince of the ghetto
Your kisses taste like amaretto
Intoxicating, oh, so intoxicating
How sad, how sad that all things come to an end
But then again, I'm, I'm not alone
It was the sweet sweet sweetest thing I know
It was the sweet sweet sweetest thing I know
The lyrics of Refugee Camp Allstars' "The Sweetest Thing" expresses the feeling of being completely enamored with someone. The singer describes the sweetness of the experience of being with this person, comparing it to "the kiss on the collarbone" and the "soft caress of happiness." They express their weakness for this person and their desire to argue just to prove how much they love them. The singer also acknowledges the value of this person above material possessions, calling their "precious dark skin tone" more valuable than all they own.
The second verse of the song highlights the complexities of the relationship, with the singer admitting to getting upset when the person walks away even though they really want them to stay. The physical touch of the person is described as "intoxicating" and the singer reflects on the bittersweet reality that all things come to an end. Despite this, there remains a sense of connection and contentment, as the singer feels like they are not alone.
Overall, "The Sweetest Thing" captures the feelings of infatuation, dependency, and contentment in a romantic relationship, as well as acknowledging the complexity and impermanence of love.
Line by Line Meaning
The sweetest thing I've ever known
My ultimate beloved person is the most wonderful thing I have ever known.
Was like the kiss on the collarbone
It felt like the euphoric surge that runs through one's body when kissed on the collarbone.
Soft caress of happiness
It felt like a gentle touch filled with joy and contentment.
The way you walk your style of dress
The way you walk and the clothes you wear are a portrayal of your character and I love it so much.
I wish I didn't get so weak
I wish that I could maintain emotional strength when around you.
Ooo baby just to hear you speak
Even a simple conversation with you is enough to evoke strong emotions within me.
Makes me argue just to see
Sometimes I argue just to see how much love you have for me.
How much you're in love with me
I want to know the amount of love you have for me.
See like a queen a queen upon her throne
You resemble a queen sitting majestically on her throne.
It was the sweet sweet sweetest thing I know
The love I shared with you was the greatest feeling I have ever experienced.
I get mad when you walk away (don't walk away)
I get frustrated when you leave me alone, so please don't walk away.
So I tell you leave, when I mean stay
Sometimes I say you should leave, but deep down I want you to stay with me.
Warm as the sun dipped in black
Your love feels warm and comforting even in dark times.
Fingertips on the small of my back
Your touch on the small part of my back is magical.
More valuable than all I own
You are more valuable to me than anything that I own.
Like your precious, precious, precious, precious dark skin tone
I adore your dark skin tone so much that each precious is worth mentioning four times.
It was the, ah
The connection we had was worth mentioning.
I tried to explain
I attempted to describe my emotions, but it's useless.
Ah, but baby, it's in vain
But baby, my attempt is pointless and it won't work.
Speaking on my mother's phone
Even speaking to you on my mother's phone feels intimate and personal.
The touching makes me think I'm grown, (you ain't grown)
Your loving touch makes me feel mature, but in reality, I am still young.
Sweet prince of the ghetto
You are my sweet prince in the ghetto, regardless of our surroundings.
Your kisses taste like amaretto
Your kisses taste like the sweet Italian liqueur, amaretto.
Intoxicating, oh, so intoxicating
Your love is so alluring, that it's almost intoxicating.
How sad, how sad that all things come to an end
It's unfortunate that everything must come to a conclusion, including our love.
But then again, I'm, I'm not alone
Even though our love has ended, I still have the memories and they can provide comfort.
It was the sweet sweet sweetest thing I know
The love we shared was the sweetest thing I have ever known.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BARRY DE VORZEN, BARRY DE VORZON, LAURYN HILL, LAURYN N. HILL, WYCLEF JEAN
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@farrellcityking1
One of the most beautiful people God ever created. In that era, she looked as close to perfect as anyone ever could.
@danaray1649
U wright i miss her find away to tell her we need her back bless.
@DD-kq2tc
She is perfection
@ludovicaodracci4068
This video publishied years 1998 was wax 2 tupac shakur not more never the famous is the people normal
@Tkay149
I went to her latest concert, in atl... it was sad: she started crying. It broke my heart
@sunnniedayzzz1909
@@danaray1649 a
@loveschild
No one can wear a dark lip like Lauryn, No one!
@timolingordon8529
Foxy brown them two hands down
@BelDyesMedia
@@timolingordon8529 I was gonna say Foxy too. Two Beautiful Queens x
@demariohasani80
@@timolingordon8529 nia long