Out On A Limb
Teena Marie Lyrics


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Tender was the kiss when you held me captive in your sweet embrace
My lips begin to burn and my heart beats faster than the normal pace
I try to resist that familiar smile, it melts me just like wax
But what's the use, I'm yours and that means forever, there's no turning back
Baby, baby, baby, it's a mystery, ooh you got me spinning around
What have you done to me?
Suspended animation, I'm lost inside of you
I feel so insecure and yet I've never been so sure, what am I gonna do?

I'm out on a limb, I'm giving in to you again
Baby, baby, I'm out on a limb, I'm giving in to you again

Sweeter than the taste of a midnight rendevous, so sensual
The look upon your face when you love me tender and my cup was full
Softer than the sigh when it all was over and I slumbered deep
Lost inside your love like there's no tomorrow as I fall back to sleep

Baby, baby, it's a mystery, ooh you got me spinning around
What have you done to me?
Suspended animation, I'm lost inside of you
I feel so insecure and yet I've never felt so sure
What am I gonna do?

Hold me, keep me warm inside you and love me
Love me right away
This one thing is true, I would die for you





Baby, I'm out on a limb, I'm giving in to you again
Baby, baby I'm out on a limb, I'm giving in to you again

Overall Meaning

Teena Marie's "Out On A Limb" is a love song that portrays the feeling of being in love with someone who has a mesmerizing grip on you. In the first verse, it's clear that the singer feels helpless under the power of her lover's kiss, as it makes her heart race faster and affects her on a physical level. She tries to resist but is ultimately bound to this person forever. The next verse delves deeper into her relationship, describing how sweet it is to be with her partner, and how secure she feels with them.


The chorus speaks to the central theme of the song, with the singer clearly stating that she is giving in to her feelings for this person and is out on a limb. She is completely immersed in their love, and it's evident that she wants to be held and kept safe by them. The bridge further emphasizes this point, with the singer stating that she would die for this person.


Line by Line Meaning

Tender was the kiss when you held me captive in your sweet embrace
The kiss was gentle and delicate when you held me in your arms


My lips begin to burn and my heart beats faster than the normal pace
I start feeling a deep intensity in my body as my lips burn and my heart beats rapidly


I try to resist that familiar smile, it melts me just like wax
I attempt to ignore your charming smile, but it's so mesmerizing that I can't resist


But what's the use, I'm yours and that means forever, there's no turning back
It's pointless to struggle since I belong to you and it's a permanent commitment, there's no going back


Baby, baby, baby, it's a mystery, ooh you got me spinning around
It's inexplicable how you make me feel this way, I'm left dizzy and bewildered


What have you done to me?
I'm questioning how you've managed to impact me so profoundly


Suspended animation, I'm lost inside of you
I feel like time has stopped and I lose myself completely when I'm with you


I feel so insecure and yet I've never been so sure, what am I gonna do?
Even though I feel uncertain, I've never been so confident about anything, I'm unsure of what my next steps will be


I'm out on a limb, I'm giving in to you again
Despite the risks and uncertainties, I'm committing myself to you once again


Sweeter than the taste of a midnight rendevous, so sensual
Meeting in secret in the middle of the night is deliciously pleasureful and sensuous


The look upon your face when you love me tender and my cup was full
The expression on your face when you passionately love me and fulfill my heart's desires is unforgettable


Softer than the sigh when it all was over and I slumbered deep
The release of our passion and the following contentment is as gentle and soothing as a deep sigh


Lost inside your love like there's no tomorrow as I fall back to sleep
I am wholly immersed in your love and feel like there's no tomorrow as I drift off to sleep


Hold me, keep me warm inside you and love me
Embrace me and give me your warmth and affection


Love me right away
Show me your love immediately


This one thing is true, I would die for you
The only certainty I have is that I would do anything for you, including giving my life


Baby, I'm out on a limb, I'm giving in to you again
I'm taking a risk and fully surrendering to your love once more


Baby, baby I'm out on a limb, I'm giving in to you again
I'm putting myself in a vulnerable position by giving my all to you once again




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MARY BROCKERT, MARY C BROCKERT

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