Body Language
Sweatcult Lyrics
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It's your body language
It's your body language
I read your body language
Nothing in the world is free
Praying for peace on my knees (Or monies)
If I want a life imma work for it
Everyday lifestyle
With lights on the rooftop
And gas on the rooftop
We kiss on the rooftop
The touch made my heart drop
Speaking in another language
The way you move understand it
Let's have a conversation
With eyes that look painted
And skin looking golden
I feel like I'm talking in
Body language
Body language
It's your body language
It's your body language
I read your body language
The lyrics to Sweatcult's "Body Language" speak to the power of nonverbal communication between individuals. The opening lines, "Body language, it's your body language, I read your body language," set the scene for the remainder of the song, which highlights the importance of being able to interpret the unspoken signals people send through their physical movements and gestures.
The second stanza provides some insight into the singer's worldview, with the lines "Nothing in the world is free, praying for peace on my knees (or monies), if I want a life I'mma work for it, if you want my love gotta work for it." These lyrics suggest a belief in the idea that one must work hard to achieve success and happiness in life, and that love and relationships require effort and investment as well.
The rest of the song deals primarily with the singer's interactions with a particular person, with references to rooftop kisses, glowing skin, and "speaking in another language" through their physical movements. Throughout the song, the singer seems acutely aware of the messages conveyed through body language, suggesting that this nonverbal communication is just as important as anything spoken aloud.
Line by Line Meaning
Body language
The nonverbal communication conveyed by one's physical movements and gestures
It's your body language
The body language that you exhibit is a reflection of your mood, intentions, and emotions
I read your body language
I can interpret your feelings and thoughts based on the way you move, stand, and gesture
Nothing in the world is free
Everything has a price or a cost associated with it; nothing is truly given without some form of exchange
Praying for peace on my knees (Or monies)
I am hoping and praying for peace in my life or for the ability to acquire wealth
If I want a life imma work for it
If I desire to live a fulfilling life, I must put in the effort and work hard to achieve my goals
If you want my love gotta work for it
In order to earn my affection and attention, you must demonstrate your dedication and commitment to me
Everyday lifestyle
The routine and mundane aspects of everyday life, such as going to work or performing household tasks
With lights on the rooftop
The illumination of lights situated on a rooftop, representing a sense of luxury and extravagance
And gas on the rooftop
Possibly referring to fuel or energy stored on a rooftop, symbolizing power and potency
We kiss on the rooftop
Sharing a moment of intimacy and affection with someone on a rooftop setting
The touch made my heart drop
The sensation of being touched by someone in a romantic way caused me to feel a strong and sudden emotional reaction
Speaking in another language
The use of another language, whether verbal or nonverbal, to communicate effectively with someone else
The way you move understand it
By observing your movements and gestures, I am able to comprehend your emotions and intentions
Let's have a conversation
An invitation to engage in a dialogue, exchange ideas, and communicate with one another
With eyes that look painted
Possibly referring to the use of makeup, or an artful quality to the appearance of one's eyes, conveying a sense of creativity and beauty
And skin looking golden
The appearance of one's skin, conveying a sense of health, vitality, and radiance
I feel like I'm talking in
I sense that I am communicating with you using
Body language
The nonverbal gestures, movements, and expressions that we use to communicate and convey our emotions and intentions
It's your body language
Your body language is a significant part of how you communicate and express yourself to others
It's your body language
Your body language and gestures are a reflection of your personality, mood, and emotions
I read your body language
I am able to interpret your nonverbal cues and movements to understand your thoughts and feelings beyond what you may express verbally
Writer(s): Sweatcult
Contributed by Wyatt S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.