Smooth
Santana Rob Thomas Lyrics
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Like seven inches from the midday sun
Well, I hear you whispering in the words, to melt everyone
But you stay so cool
My muñequita, my Spanish Harlem, Mona Lisa
You're my reason for reason
The step in my groove
I would give my world to lift you up
I could change my life to better suit your mood
Because you're so smooth
And it's just like the ocean under the moon
Oh, it's the same as the emotion that I get from you
You got the kind of lovin' that can be so smooth, yeah
Give me your heart, make it real or else forget about it
But I'll tell you one thing
If you would leave it would be a crying shame
In every breath and every word
I hear your name calling me out
Out from the barrio
You hear my rhythm on your radio
You feel the turning of the world, so soft and slow
It's turning you round and round
And if you said this life ain't good enough
I would give my world to lift you up
I could change my life to better suit your mood
Because you're so smooth
And it's just like the ocean under the moon
Oh, it's the same as the emotion that I get from you
You got the kind of lovin' that can be so smooth, yeah
Give me your heart, make it real or else forget about it
And it's just like the ocean under the moon
Oh, it's the same as the emotion that I get from you
You got the kind of lovin' that can be so smooth, yeah
Give me your heart, make it real or else forget about it
Or else forget about it
Or else forget about it
Let's not forget about it
Give me your heart, make it real
Let's not forget about it
Let's not forget about it
Let's not forget about it
Let's not forget about it
Let's not forget about it
The opening line of Santana feat. Rob Thomas's "Smooth" situates the listener in an environment with blazing heat, invoking the image of the sun looming overhead. The line also functions as a metaphor, conveying the searing passion between two lovers who are in close proximity. The song's lyrics are about a man's infatuation with a woman, whom he calls his "muñequita" and compares to various artistic masterpieces such as the Spanish Harlem and the Mona Lisa. This woman is the inspiration behind his every move and the one thing that makes his life worth living. Eventually, the singer proclaims that he is willing to do whatever it takes to keep her with him, as she is the only one that can make him feel so smooth.
The song contains various romantic lines throughout, highlighting the strong emotions the singer has for this woman. The chorus, which repeats twice, emphasizes the smoothness that the woman possesses and how it makes the singer feel. This song's composition uses a combination of Latin-infused guitar and percussion mixed with a pop-rock sound. The song's lyrics and music work together to create a fusion that works hand in hand to convey the message of love and desire between two people.
Line by Line Meaning
Man, it's a hot one
It's really hot outside today.
Like seven inches from the midday sun
The heat is so intense that it feels like the sun is only seven inches away from us.
Well, I hear you whispering in the words, to melt everyone
You have a way with words that can captivate and charm anyone.
But you stay so cool
Despite being so hot, you maintain a cool and collected demeanor.
My muñequita, my Spanish Harlem, Mona Lisa
You are my little doll, my Spanish Harlem, and my Mona Lisa - the epitome of beauty and grace.
You're my reason for reason
You are the reason that I have a reason to live and to be my best self.
The step in my groove
You are the missing piece that completes my rhythm and makes everything feel right.
And if you said this life ain't good enough
If you ever felt like life wasn't good enough for you,
I would give my world to lift you up
I would do anything to make you happy and fulfilled.
I could change my life to better suit your mood
I am willing to make any changes necessary to cater to your needs.
Because you're so smooth
You are so effortlessly cool and confident.
And it's just like the ocean under the moon
Being with you feels like being under the calming, serene presence of the ocean under the moonlight.
Oh, it's the same as the emotion that I get from you
The feeling I get from being with you is the same as the peaceful emotion the ocean evokes.
You got the kind of lovin' that can be so smooth, yeah
Your love is gentle, easy, and cool - it doesn't cause any turbulence or drama.
Give me your heart, make it real or else forget about it
I want you to give me your true, authentic love or else I don't want it at all.
But I'll tell you one thing
There's one thing I need to say.
If you would leave it would be a crying shame
If you ever left me, it would be an absolute tragedy.
In every breath and every word
In everything I do and say.
I hear your name calling me out
I can feel your love and presence even when you're not around.
Out from the barrio
From the streets and the alleys of the neighborhood.
You hear my rhythm on your radio
You can feel my music and my soul pouring out of the radio waves.
You feel the turning of the world, so soft and slow
Together, we feel the gentle, gradual turning of the world and all its wonders.
It's turning you round and round
It's making you feel alive and full of wonder.
Or else forget about it
Otherwise, it's not worth it.
Let's not forget about it
Let's not lose sight of what really matters - our love and connection.
Give me your heart, make it real
Let's be open and honest with each other about our deepest feelings and desires.
Let's not forget about it
Let's not let the distractions of life get in the way of our love.
Let's not forget about it
Let's never forget how much we mean to each other.
Let's not forget about it
Let's hold onto our love and never let it go.
Let's not forget about it
Let's always remember how much we love each other.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: ROBERT THOMAS, ITAAL SHUR
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