Choosing Up On You
The Dells Lyrics


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You've got what I like, baby
You know I'm crazy about you
Give it up so I can get it right now
Don't let me walk away without it

I'm choosing up on you, baby
You're the only one for me, it's true
I'm choosing up on you, baby

I've got many fine girls to choose from
Up and them I shall refrain
If you would only surrender your love to me, baby
Don't let me walk away in vain

Choosing up on you, baby
You're the only girl for me, it's true
I'm choosing up on you, baby
My first, last and only choice is you

I'll never make you blue
I'll always treat you right
Give all my sweet love to you, baby
Each and every night

I'm choosing up on you, baby
Give all my love to you
I'm choosing up on you, baby
Wasn't my choice, baby just you

I can get a thrill, anywhere I can get a thrill
But when it comes to satisfaction, hey baby
You're the star of the show
You're the main attraction

I'll never make you blue
I'll always treat you right, ooh, baby
Give all my sweet love to you, baby
Each and every night

I'm choosing, I'm choosing up on you, baby
You were the only one for me, it's true I won't say it again
I'm choosing up on you, girl
Wasn't my choice, baby just you

Yes, I said I'm choosing you
I said I'm choosing you




I said I'm choosing you
Well baby, it's true

Overall Meaning

In the song "Choosing Up On You," The Dells express their deep desire for a girl whom they see as the only one that truly matters to them. The lyrics are straightforward, declaring their love and intentions to the subject. They want her to give herself up to them so that they can experience true love with her. The song is about their decision to commit to her, despite having options, as they feel that none of the other ladies can compare to her.


The chorus of the song clearly declares that the subject of their affections is the only one they want. They have other options, but they are all inferior to her. The lyrics, "I'm choosing up on you, baby, you're the only one for me, it's true" conveys the message that they prefer her over all the other girls. They also reassure her that they will always treat her right, never making her blue. The repetition of the phrase "I'm choosing you" reinforces the idea that she's their only choice and they will not let her go.


Overall, the song is a declaration of love and commitment. The Dells are saying that they have made up their minds, and there is no question that the girl they want is the subject of their adoration. They have been searching for the right one, and they have found her. It is a classic love song that captures the excitement of finding that one person that makes your heart skip a beat.


Line by Line Meaning

You've got what I like, baby
I find your qualities attractive


You know I'm crazy about you
I have intense feelings for you


Give it up so I can get it right now
I want to be intimate with you immediately


Don't let me walk away without it
I don't want to leave empty-handed


I'm choosing up on you, baby
I'm selecting you as my top pick


You're the only one for me, it's true
You are the perfect match for me


I've got many fine girls to choose from
I have multiple options for romantic partners


Up and them I shall refrain
I am avoiding those other options


If you would only surrender your love to me, baby
I hope you will commit to a relationship with me


Don't let me walk away in vain
I don't want to leave without accomplishing my goal


My first, last and only choice is you
You are the one I want to be with, forever


I'll never make you blue
I will never hurt or upset you


I'll always treat you right
I will always be respectful and kind to you


Give all my sweet love to you, baby
I will give you all of my affection and attention


Each and every night
Every night without fail


Wasn't my choice, baby just you
You were the clear winner, it wasn't a difficult decision


I can get a thrill, anywhere I can get a thrill
I can find excitement in many things


But when it comes to satisfaction, hey baby
When it comes to fulfillment, nothing compares to you


You're the star of the show
You are the most important person in my life


I won't say it again
I will not repeat myself


You were the only one for me, it's true
I meant what I said, you are my soulmate


Yes, I said I'm choosing you
I have made my decision and it's you


Well baby, it's true
My feelings for you are genuine




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ANTHONY HESTER

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