Girl In Love
Smith Westerns Lyrics


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You got the hush with the velvet touch uh-uh oh
Your heart's showin' and our love is growin'
So come on and get close
You're the girl I love the most, oh-oh yeah

I can tell by the stars in your eyes
That you're a girl (girl) in (in) love
Time goes fast and you want it to last
'Cause you're a girl (girl) in (in) love

You take my arm with your snake-like charm uh-uh oh
Your heart's showin' and our love is growin'
So come, get close
You're the girl I love the most, oh-oh yeah

I can tell by the stars in your eyes
That you're a girl (girl) in (in) love
Time goes fast and you want it to last
'Cause you're a girl (girl) in (in) love

I can tell by the stars in your eyes
That you're a girl (girl) in (in) love
Time goes so fast and you want it to last
'Cause you're a girl (girl) in (in) love

A girl (girl) in (in) love




A girl (girl) in (in) love
A girl (girl) in (in) love

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Smith Westerns' "Girl in Love" depict the excitement and passion of two people who are falling in love. The first verse opens with the line "You got the hush with the velvet touch," which suggests that the girl is quiet but has a delicate nature. The singer then continues to describe how the girl is showing her emotions and how their love is growing. The chorus brings out the theme of how time goes fast and how the girl wants their love to last, which shows the importance and intensity of her feelings. The second verse continues in the same vein, with the girl's charm and affection driving the singer to take her arm. The entire song is a celebration of love, with the repeated line "you're a girl in love" being a reminder of the strength and excitement of these emotions.


One interesting fact about this song is that it is the opening track on Smith Westerns' eponymous debut album, which was released in 2009. This album was well-received by critics and helped establish the band as an up-and-coming indie rock group. Another interesting fact about this song is that the band has cited influences such as T. Rex and David Bowie, which can be heard in the glam rock-inspired sound of "Girl in Love." Additionally, the band members were just teenagers when they recorded this album, which makes the intensity and maturity of their lyrics all the more remarkable.


Another fact about this song is that it has been used in a number of television shows and movies, including the TV series Skins and the film Easy A. This exposure helped bring the band's music to a wider audience and helped establish them as a popular indie rock group. Another interesting aspect of this song is its catchy melody and chord progression, which make it a fan favorite and a staple of the band's live shows.


Chords: F# A D E (Verse)
D A D E (Chorus)


Line by Line Meaning

You got the hush with the velvet touch uh-uh oh
You have a calming presence and a soft touch, making me feel comfortable around you.


Your heart's showin' and our love is growin', so come on and get close
Your emotions are clearly visible and our love is getting stronger, so let's get closer.


You're the girl I love the most, oh-oh yeah
Out of all the people in my life, you are the one that I love the most.


I can tell by the stars in your eyes that you're a girl (girl) in (in) love
Your eyes shine bright with love, indicating that you are deeply in love with someone.


Time goes fast and you want it to last, 'cause you're a girl (girl) in (in) love
Time seems to be moving quickly, but you want to hold on to this moment because you are in love.


You take my arm with your snake-like charm uh-uh oh
You wrap your arm around mine in a way that is both seductive and charming.


I can tell by the stars in your eyes that you're a girl (girl) in (in) love
Your eyes shine bright with love, indicating that you are deeply in love with someone.


A girl (girl) in (in) love
A female who is deeply in love with someone.




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