Promises
Sam Smith Lyrics


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Are you drunk enough?
Not to judge what I'm doin'
Are you high enough
To excuse that I'm ruined?
'Cause I'm ruined
Is it late enough
For you to come and stay over?
'Cause we're free to love
So tease me, hmm

I make no promises, I can't do golden rings
But I'll give you everything
(Tonight)
Magic is in the air, there ain't no science here
So come get your everything
(Tonight)
I make no promises, I can't do golden rings
But I'll give you everything
(Tonight)
Magic is in the air, there ain't no science here
So come get your everything
(Tonight)

Tonight
(You're everything tonight)

Is it loud enough?
'Cause my body is calling for you, calling for you
I need someone
To do the things that I do (hmm)
I'm heating up
Energy's taking control
I'm speeding up
My heartbeat's dancing alone

I make no promises, I can't do golden rings
But I'll give you everything
(Tonight)
Magic is in the air, there ain't no science here
So come get your everything
(Tonight)
I make no promises, I can't do golden rings
But I'll give you everything
(Tonight)
Magic is in the air, there ain't no science here
So come get your everything
(Tonight)

Tonight
(You're everything tonight)

'Cause I need
Your green light
Day and night, say that you're mine
'Cause I need
Your green light
Day and night, say that you're mine (you're mine)
Say that you're mine (you're mine)
Say that you're mine

I make no promises, I can't do golden rings
But I'll give you everything
(Tonight)
Magic is in the air, there ain't no science here
So come get your everything
(Tonight)
I make no promises, I can't do golden rings
But I'll give you everything
(Tonight)
Magic is in the air, there ain't no science here
So come get your everything
(Tonight)





Tonight

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Sam Smith's "Promises" talk about a passionate and intense connection between two people. The first verse is about being drunk or high enough to not judge the actions of the other person. The singer is in a state of ruin, both emotionally and mentally. He asks if it's late enough for the other person to come over and stay, indicating a desire for intimacy. The chorus repeats the idea that the singer cannot make promises of "golden rings," but he is willing to give everything he has to offer. He acknowledges the magical and unexplainable nature of their connection and invites the other person to take everything from him.


The second verse continues with the singer's desire for physical intimacy with the other person, describing how his body is "calling" for theirs. He also acknowledges that he needs someone to do the things he does, indicating a desire for equal pleasure and reciprocation. The chorus repeats once again, emphasizing the singer's willingness to give everything to the other person.


Overall, the lyrics of "Promises" convey a passionate and intense connection between two people who are willing to give themselves completely to each other despite knowing that their connection may not last. The song's use of passionate imagery and desire for intimacy creates a sensual atmosphere, inviting listeners to imagine themselves in the same passionate, intense experience.


Line by Line Meaning

Are you drunk enough?
Are you inebriated to the point where you won't judge what I'm doing?


Not to judge what I'm doin'
To not criticize my actions.


Are you high enough
Are you under the influence enough to excuse the fact that I am ruined?


To excuse that I'm ruined?
To forgive me for being in a state of ruin.


'Cause I'm ruined
Because I am in a state of devastation or destruction.


Is it late enough
Is it at a late enough hour for you to come and stay overnight?


For you to come and stay over?
To spend the night with me.


'Cause we're free to love
Because we have the liberty to love each other openly and without constraints.


So tease me, hmm
To tantalize and arouse me, with a sound of contemplation.


I make no promises, I can't do golden rings
I won't make commitments beyond my capabilities.


But I'll give you everything (Tonight)
I will give you my all tonight.


Magic is in the air, there ain't no science here
Things are unexplainably magical and natural.


So come get your everything (Tonight)
Come and retrieve everything from me tonight.


Is it loud enough?
Is the volume high enough?


'Cause my body is calling for you, calling for you
Because my body is craving you and calling out to you.


I need someone
I need a person to do things with.


To do the things that I do (hmm)
To do the same things that I usually do.


I'm heating up
I'm getting warmer physically and emotionally.


Energy's taking control
Strong sensations are taking over.


I'm speeding up
I am accelerating emotionally and physically.


My heartbeat's dancing alone
My heartbeat is elevated in a solitary dance.


'Cause I need Your green light
Because I require your approval or consent.


Day and night, say that you're mine
Both during day and night, declare that you are committed to me.


Say that you're mine (you're mine)
Express that you belong to me.


Tonight (You're everything tonight)
On this particular evening, you are my everything.




Lyrics © DistroKid, BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Adam Wiles, Jessica Reyes, Samuel Smith

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LYRICS


[Verse 1: Sam Smith]
Are you drunk enough?
Not to judge what I'm doin’
Are you high enough?
To excuse that I'm ruined
'Cause I’m ruined
Is it late enough?
For you to come and stay over
'Cause we're free to love
So tease me, hmmm

[Chorus: Sam Smith & Jessie Reyez]
I make no promises, I can't do golden rings
But I'll give you everything (tonight)
Magic is in the air, there ain't no science here
So come get your everything (tonight)
I make no promises, I can't do golden rings
But I'll give you everything (tonight)
Magic is in the air, there ain’t no science here
So come get your everything (tonight)

[Post-Chorus: Sam Smith & Jessie Reyez]
Tonight
(Your everything tonight)

[Verse 2: Sam Smith]
Is it loud enough?
’Cause my body is calling for you, calling for you
I need someone, to do the things that I do, hmmm
I'm heating up, energy’s taking control
I'm speeding up
My heartbeat's dancing alone

[Chorus: Sam Smith & Jessie Reyez]
I make no promises, I can't do golden rings
But I’ll give you everything (tonight)
Magic is in the air, there ain't no science here
So come get your everything (tonight)
I make no promises, I can't do golden rings
But I'll give you everything (tonight)
Magic is in the air, there ain't no science here
So come get your everything (tonight)

[Post-Chorus: Sam Smith & Jessie Reyez]
Tonight
(Your everything tonight)

[Bridge: Sam Smith]
'Cause I need your green light
Day and night, say that you're mine
'Cause I need your green light
Day and night, say that you're mine
Say that you're mine
Say that you're mine

[Chorus: Sam Smith & Jessie Reyez]
I make no promises, I can't do golden rings
But I'll give you everything (tonight)
Magic is in the air, there ain't no science here
So come get your everything (tonight)
I make no promises, I can't do golden rings
But I'll give you everything (tonight)
Magic is in the air, there ain't no science here
So come get your everything (tonight)

[Outro: Sam Smith]
Tonight



@alexisjl2292

Are you drunk enough
Not to judge what I’m doing?
Are you high enough
To excuse that I’m ruined?
Because I’m ruined
Is it late enough
For you to come and stay over?
Because we’re free to love
So tease me

I make no promises
I can’t do golden rings
But I’ll give you everything
Tonight
Magic is in the air
There ain’t no science here
So come get your everything
Tonight
x2

Tonight
Your everything tonight

Is it loud enough?
Because my body is calling for you
Calling for you
I need someone
To do the things that I do
I’m heating up
Energy’s taking control
I’m speeding up
My heartbeat’s dancing alone

I make no promises
I can’t do golden rings
But I’ll give you everything
Tonight
Magic is in the air
There ain’t no science here
So come get your everything
Tonight
x2
Tonight
Your everything tonight

Because I need your green light
Day and night, say that you’re mine
Because I need your green light
Day and night, say that you’re mine
Say that you’re mine
Say that you’re mine

I make no promises
I can’t do golden rings
But I’ll give you everything
Tonight
Magic is in the air
There ain’t no science here
So come get your everything
Tonight
x2
Tonight



@anndepaepe571

Lyrics:

Are you drunk enough
Not to judge what I’m doing
Are you high enough
To excuse that I’m ruined
Cause I’m ruined
Is it late enough
For you to come and stay over
Cause we’re free to love
So tease me

I make no promises
I can’t do golden rings
But I’ll give you everything
(Tonight)

Magic is in the air
There ain’t no science here
So come get your everything
(Tonight)

I make no promises
I can’t do golden rings
But I’ll give you everything
(Tonight)

Magic is in the air
There ain’t no science here
So come get your everything
(Tonight)
Tonight

Is it loud enough
Cause my body is calling for ya
Calling for ya
I need someone
To do the things that I do
I’m heating up
Energy’s taking control
I’m speeding up
My heartbeat’s dancing alone

I make no promises
I can’t do golden rings
But I’ll give you everything
(Tonight)

Magic is in the air
There ain’t no science here
So come get your everything
(Tonight)

I make no promises
I can’t do golden rings
But I’ll give you everything
(Tonight)

Magic is in the air
There ain’t no science here
So come get your everything
(Tonight)
Tonight

Cause I need
Your green light
Day and night
Say that you’re mine

Cause I need
Your green light
Day and night
Say that you’re mine

I make no promises
I can’t do golden rings
But I’ll give you everything
(Tonight)

Magic is in the air
There ain’t no science here
So come get your everything
(Tonight)

I make no promises
I can’t do golden rings
But I’ll give you everything
(Tonight)

Magic is in the air
There ain’t no science here
So come get your everything
(Tonight)
Tonight



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