Sway
Safitri Lyrics


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When marimba rhythms start to play
Dance with me, make me sway
Like a lazy ocean hugs the shore
Hold me close, sway me more

Like a flower bending in the breeze
Bend with me, sway with ease
When we dance you have a way with me
Stay with me, sway with me

Other dancers may be on the floor
Dear, but my eyes will see only you
Only you have that magic technique
When we sway I go weak

I can hear the sounds of violins
Long before it begins
Make me thrill as only you know how
Sway me smooth, sway me now

When marimba rhythms start to play
Dance with me, make me sway
Like a lazy ocean hugs the shore
Hold me close, sway me more

Like a flower bending in the breeze
Bend with me, sway with ease
When we dance you have a way with me
Stay with me, sway with me

Other dancers may be on the floor
Dear, but my eyes will see only you
Only you have that magic technique
When we sway I go weak

I can hear the sounds of violins
Long before it begins
Make me thrill as only you know how
Sway me smooth, sway me now

When marimba rhythms start to play
Dance with me, make me sway
Like a lazy ocean hugs the shore
Hold me close, sway me more

Like a flower bending in the breeze
Bend with me, sway with ease
When we dance you have a way with me
Stay with me, sway with me
Other dancers may be on the floor
Dear, but my eyes will see only you
Only you have that magic technique
When we sway I go weak
I can hear the sounds of violins
Long before it begins
Make me thrill as only you know how
Sway me smooth, sway me now




Make me thrill as only you know how
Sway me smooth, sway me now

Overall Meaning

The song "Sway" by Safitri is a romantic ballad that describes the feeling of being deeply in love and swept away by the magic of dancing with one's partner. The opening line "When marimba rhythms start to play" sets the mood for a lighthearted and rhythmic dance, and the call to "Dance with me, make me sway" signals the desire to be swept away in the moment. The metaphor of a lazy ocean hugging the shore brings to mind a sense of relaxation, comfort, and safety, and the line "Hold me close, sway me more" expresses the longing for intimacy and connection with the partner.


The second verse continues the flower metaphor, this time implying a sense of flexibility and fluidity in the dance, as the partners bend and sway with ease. The lyrics acknowledge the presence of other dancers on the floor, but insist that the singer's eyes will see only their beloved, highlighting the exclusive and special quality of their relationship. The mention of a "magic technique" suggests that the partner has a particular way of dancing that is irresistible and captivating to the singer, and the final lines repeat the plea to be swayed smoothly and now, as if to capture and prolong the enchantment of the moment.


Overall, "Sway" is a playful and romantic song that captures the feeling of being swept away by love and the magic of dancing with someone special.


Line by Line Meaning

When marimba rhythms start to play
As the lively beats of the marimba emerge,


Dance with me, make me sway
Let's dance together and sway to the rhythm,


Like a lazy ocean hugs the shore
As the calm waves embrace the coastline,


Hold me close, sway me more
Hold me tightly and continue to sway with me,


Like a flower bending in the breeze
Similar to a blooming flower swaying in the wind,


Bend with me, sway with ease
Bend and move with me effortlessly,


When we dance you have a way with me
When we dance, you have a particular charm and influence over me,


Stay with me, sway with me
Stay close to me and continue to sway together,


Other dancers may be on the floor
Although there may be other dancers present,


Dear, but my eyes will see only you
My dear, I am fixated on you and you alone,


Only you have that magic technique
You possess a particular ability that mystifies me,


When we sway I go weak
Whenever we sway, I become weak and powerless,


I can hear the sounds of violins
I can already hear the enchanting melodies of violins,


Long before it begins
Well before our dance even starts,


Make me thrill as only you know how
Elicit excitement and pleasure from me in the unique way that only you can,


Sway me smooth, sway me now
Sway with me in a polished and effortless manner, right now,


Make me thrill as only you know how
Elicit excitement and pleasure from me in the unique way that only you can,


Sway me smooth, sway me now
Sway with me in a polished and effortless manner, right now'




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Comments from YouTube:

@fahrudinmuhammad2104

Mbak Safitri memang joss logat Inggrisnya bagus di lagu2 keroncong Inggris kayak gini.

@IMCRECORDS

😊🙏🙏

@sujarwohp7193

Setiap santai denger lagu2 keroncong mbak safitri rasanya gimana gitu...asyik aja..kerennnn

@IMCRECORDS

❤️❤️🙏🙏

@AgusBektiR

Bagus bgt

@IMCRECORDS

Terima kasih sudi menikmati. Ini playlist lengkap nya, Keroncong in Lounge Vol. 2 - IMC RECORD JAVA
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLc_ETmRmw_y8agxkJAbBzWCNJwqE00XVP

@aniesbaswedan5916

Keren

@IMCRECORDS

Terima kasih Pak Anies Baswedan, mohon disawer 😁 🙏

@ibrahimarhab801

Keroncong Kemayoran - Safitri dong

@IMCRECORDS

Ada kak di:
Safitri - Keroncong in Lounge 2 | IMC Records
https://youtu.be/9Y1ZfmuRCEM

Dan

Safitri - Keroncong Kemayoran (Lirik) - Keroncong in Lounge 2 - IMC RECORDS
https://youtu.be/udahMqxPGD0

🙏

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