Source: Wikipedia
Witchcraft
Steve Tyrell Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
That sly come hither stare
That strips my conscience bare
It's witchcraft
And I've got no defense for it
The heat is too intense for it
What good would common sense for it do
'Cause it's witchcraft, wicked witchcraft
And although, I know, it's strictly taboo
When you arouse the need in me
My heart says yes indeed in me
Proceed with what you're leading me to
It's such an ancient pitch
But one I wouldn't switch
'Cause there's no nicer witch than you
'Cause it's witchcraft, that crazy witchcraft
And although, I know, it's strictly taboo
When you arouse the need in me
My heart says yes indeed in me
Proceed with what your're leading me to
It's such an ancient pitch
But one that I'd never switch
'Cause there's no nicer witch than you
The song "Witchcraft" by Steve Tyrell speaks of the powerful spell and temptation of love. The lyrics depict the alluring nature of a woman, who uses her sly and enchanting ways to cast a spell on the singer. He is unable to resist her charms and is caught up in the passionate grip of love. The sultry atmosphere created by the singer and the jazz melody further emphasize the thrilling nature of the experience.
The lyrics suggest that the singer is caught off guard by the woman's seductive ways, and despite knowing that it is taboo, he is powerless against the spell she has cast. The phrase, "That sly come hither stare" implies that the woman is trying to lure the singer into her spell. The phrase, "That strips my conscience bare" indicates that the singer is fully under her control, and his moral compass has disappeared. The chorus uses the analogy of witchcraft to describe the intense and almost supernatural hold the woman has on the singer.
Despite the brazen tone of the lyrics, the song is ultimately a romantic one, with the singer acknowledging that this is a love he doesn't want to resist. The line, "It's such an ancient pitch, but one that I'd never switch" underscores the idea that love and seduction are timeless and seductive themes. The song portrays love as something that is almost magical and uncontrollable. Overall, "Witchcraft" is an ode to the power of love and the passion it can create.
Line by Line Meaning
Those fingers in my hair
The way you play with my hair makes me feel seduced.
That sly come hither stare
Your suggestive gaze will persuade me to do what you want.
That strips my conscience bare
Your seduction tactics cause me to lower my guard and be vulnerable.
It's witchcraft
Your seduction feels magical and inexplicable.
And I've got no defense for it
I am powerless to resist your seduction.
The heat is too intense for it
The feeling is overwhelming and hard to ignore.
What good would common sense for it do
Rational thought and caution won't stop me from falling under your spell.
'Cause it's witchcraft, wicked witchcraft
Your seduction feels like a wicked and magical power.
And although, I know, it's strictly taboo
I am aware that this attraction is forbidden or socially unacceptable.
When you arouse the need in me
Your seductive ways cause me to feel a strong desire.
My heart says yes indeed in me
My heart is convinced to follow your lead.
Proceed with what you're leading me to
I am giving in to your seductive advances.
It's such an ancient pitch
The art of seduction is an age-old tactic.
But one I wouldn't switch
I wouldn't choose a different form of seduction.
'Cause there's no nicer witch than you
I don't mind being under your spell because you're a kind and charming seducer.
That crazy witchcraft
Your seduction is wild and out of this world.
Lyrics © WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
Written by: Carolyn Leigh, Cy Coleman
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind