One Love
Rick and Cathy Riso Lyrics

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Spent forty-eight dollars last night at the county fair
I threw out my shoulder but I won her that teddy bear
She's got me saying sugar-pie, honey, darlin', and dear
I ain't seen the Braves play a game all year
I'm gonna get fired, if I don't get some sleep
My long lost buddies say I'm gettin' in to deep

But I like it, I love it, I want some more of it

I try so hard, I can't rise above it
Don't know what it is 'bout that little gal's lovin'
But I like it, I love it, I want some more of it

My Mama and Daddy tried to teach me courtesy
But it never sank in 'til that girl got a hold of me
Now I'm holding umbrellas and openin' up doors
I'm taking out the trash and I'm sweepin' my floors
Crossin' my fingers, and countin' every kiss
Prayin' that it keeps goin' on like this

But I like it, I love it, I want some more of it
I try so hard, I can't rise above it
Don't know what it is 'bout that little gal's lovin'
But I like it, I love it, I want some more of it

Got to wash my truck and dress up
To pick her up to watch TV
And she sits down on the sofa
She'll move a little closer
She can't get enough of me

But I like it, I love it, I want some more of it
I try so hard, I can't rise above it

Don't know what it is 'bout that little gal's lovin'
But I like it, I love it, I want some more of it

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "One Love" by Rick and Cathy Riso revolve around the feeling of being head over heels in love with someone. The first verse begins with the singer spending a significant amount of money and injuring himself to win a teddy bear for his sweetheart at the county fair. He then proceeds to use affectionate terms for her like "sugar-pie, honey, darlin', and dear," displaying the depth of his feelings. The singer admits that he has neglected important aspects of his life, like work and hobbies, because of his infatuation with her.

The second verse highlights the transformative power of love. The singer reflects on how his parents tried to teach him courtesy, but it was not until he met his lover that he truly understood its importance. From the little things like holding umbrellas to grand gestures like sweeping the floors, the singer is willing to do everything to make her happy. He prays that their love continues to prosper and grow.

The chorus expresses the depth of his feelings - that he likes and loves her so much that he can't resist wanting more. He acknowledges he can't overcome his adoration for her, and he doesn't quite comprehend what it is about her love that has him so enamored.

Overall, "One Love" is an ode to the joy and excitement of falling in love and the willingness to go above and beyond for that special someone.

Line by Line Meaning

Spent forty-eight dollars last night at the county fair
I had fun at the county fair and spent some money but it was worth it.

I threw out my shoulder but I won her that teddy bear
I did something that was painful, but seeing her happy brings me joy and makes it all worth it.

She's got me saying sugar-pie, honey, darlin', and dear
I have fallen so deeply in love with her that I have started using sweet pet names for her.

I ain't seen the Braves play a game all year
I am so in love with her that I have not been able to enjoy something that I love, like watching my favourite sports team.

I'm gonna get fired, if I don't get some sleep
I am so in love with her that I am having a hard time focusing on work and looking after myself.

My long lost buddies say I'm gettin' in to deep
My friends are worried that I am falling too deeply in love with her and that it might hurt me in the future.

But I like it, I love it, I want some more of it
I am so deeply in love with her that I cannot get enough of her and want to spend even more time with her.

I try so hard, I can't rise above it
Despite trying hard, I cannot control my love for her and how it makes me feel.

Don't know what it is 'bout that little gal's lovin'
I do not know what it is about her love that has captured my heart so completely.

My Mama and Daddy tried to teach me courtesy
My parents tried to teach me how to be polite and respectful, but I did not truly understand the importance of those values until I met her.

But it never sank in 'til that girl got a hold of me
I did not understand the value of courtesy and respect until she came into my life and showed me their importance.

Now I'm holding umbrellas and openin' up doors
I have become a more respectful and chivalrous person because of her influence on my life.

I'm taking out the trash and I'm sweepin' my floors
I am more responsible and proactive in taking care of my home and doing chores because of her influence.

Crossin' my fingers, and countin' every kiss, Prayin' that it keeps goin' on like this
I am hopeful that our relationship will continue to be as happy and fulfilling as it is now, and I cherish every moment with her.

Got to wash my truck and dress up to pick her up to watch TV
I am willing to put in effort to impress and make her happy, even if it is just to watch TV.

And she sits down on the sofa, She'll move a little closer, She can't get enough of me
She loves being close to me and cannot get enough of my love and affection.

Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, THE MUSIC GOES ROUND, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: Jeb Anderson, Jeb Stuart Anderson, Steve Dukes, Markus Hall

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