Smooth
The Carnival Steel Drum Band Lyrics


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Man, it's a hot one
Like seven inches from the midday sun
Well, I hear you whispering in the words, to melt everyone
But you stay so cool
My muΓ±equita, my Spanish Harlem, Monalisa
You're my reason for reason
The step in my groove
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

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

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to The Carnival Steel Drum Band's song, "Smooth," exude a sense of passion and admiration towards someone special. The opening lines, "Man, it's a hot one/Like seven inches from the midday sun," reference the intensity of the heat and the strong desire the singer has for their love interest. The following lines, "Well, I hear you whispering in the words, to melt everyone/But you stay so cool," depict the love interest's enticing and attractive qualities.


The singer continues to sing about how their love interest is their "muΓ±equita" and "Spanish Harlem, Monalisa," highlighting their admiration for their beauty and elegance. The lyrics, "You're my reason for reason/The step in my groove," shows how this person brings balance and happiness into their life.


The chorus, "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," compares the feeling of being with their love interest to the calmness and beauty of the ocean under the moonlight. The singer expresses how their love's presence in their life makes everything smoother and more enjoyable.


Overall, "Smooth" is a romantic love song that expresses the deep admiration and passion that the singer feels towards their significant other. The song celebrates the beauty of love and how it can make everything in life feel smoother and more enjoyable.


Line by Line Meaning

Man, it's a hot one
The temperature is high


Like seven inches from the midday sun
The heat is intense


Well, I hear you whispering in the words, to melt everyone
Your words are seductive and alluring


But you stay so cool
Despite the heat, you remain composed


My muΓ±equita, my Spanish Harlem, Monalisa
You are my love, my inspiration, my muse


You're my reason for reason
You give me purpose and meaning in life


The step in my groove
You inspire me to dance and enjoy life


And if you said this life ain't good enough
If you feel unsatisfied with life


I would give my world to lift you up
I would do anything to make you happy


I could change my life to better suit your mood
My love for you is so strong that I would change myself to make you happy


Because you're so smooth
You are so charming and alluring


And it's just like the ocean under the moon
Our love is as vast and powerful as the sea under the moonlight


Oh, it's the same as the emotion that I get from you
My love for you is just as intense and passionate


You got the kind of lovin' that can be so smooth, yeah
Your love is so charming and alluring


Give me your heart, make it real or else forget about it
I want you to give me your true love or else we should end this relationship


But I'll tell you one thing
I want to express one important thing to you


If you would leave it would be a crying shame
If you were to leave me, it would be a terrible loss


In every breath and every word
You are always on my mind and heart


I hear your name calling me out
I hear your voice beckoning me


Out from the barrio
You are a symbol of hope and love that transcends our neighborhood


You hear my rhythm on your radio
You are connected to me even when we are apart


You feel the turning of the world, so soft and slow
You understand the gentle, tender nature of our love


It's turning you round and round
Our love is overwhelming and all-consuming


Or else forget about it
Our love should either be real and genuine or not exist at all


Let's not forget about it
We should cherish and remember our love always


Give me your heart, make it real
Give me your true and genuine love


Let's not forget about it
Our love is too important to forget or ignore


Let's not forget about it
We should always remember and cherish our love


Let's not forget about it
Our love is too special to be forgotten


Let's not forget about it
Our love should always be remembered and appreciated




Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: ROBERT THOMAS, ITAAL SHUR

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