Love Patrol
The Dooleys Lyrics
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You wait for love
I'm sure to follow
You're on your own
I'm all alone
Tonight patrollin' for adventure
So take good care
I'm out to get you
Is all it took to fall on sight?
I'm on love patrol
And I can't hold out till I let you know
I'm on love patrol
And I won't give up till I get control
(Oh no)
On the dancin' floor around me
Creatures of the night surround me
Makin' their play
And huntin' their prey
And in the dark
There's no escapin'
Cause I'll be watchin'
I'll be waitin'
Don't tell me that you're unaware
I'm warnin' you so just take care
I'm on love patrol
And I can't hold out till I let you know
I'm on love patrol
And I won't give up till I get control
(Oh no)
Don't tell me that you're unaware
I'm warnin' you so just take care
I'm on love patrol
And I can't hold out till I let you know
I'm on love patrol
And I won't give up till I get control
(Oh no).
The Dooleys's song Love Patrol is about someone who is on a mission to find love, but they are not just waiting for it to come to them, they are actively seeking it out. The lyrics suggest that the person stands in the shadows and waits for love to come to them, but they are sure that it will follow. They are alone, but they are patrolling for adventure and searching for love. This indicates that they are not just waiting for someone to come along, but rather they are actively looking for someone to love.
The second verse talks about the creatures of the night surrounding the person on the dancing floor, making their play and hunting their prey. It's clear that the person is talking about the people around them looking for love, and they are also on the hunt. The lyrics also suggest that there is no escaping the person because they will be watching and waiting for someone to give them the helpless look that will make them fall in love at first sight.
Overall, the lyrics suggest that the person is actively searching for love and will stop at nothing until they find it. They are patrolling the area, watching and waiting for their chance to pounce.
Line by Line Meaning
You see me standin' in the shadow
I am hiding, watching you from a distance
You wait for love
You are hoping to find love
I'm sure to follow
I will come after you
You're on your own
You are alone in this pursuit
I'm all alone
I am also alone in my search for love
Tonight patrollin' for adventure
Tonight I am searching for an exciting romantic encounter
So take good care
Be careful, as I may be looking for you
I'm out to get you
I am looking for a romantic relationship and want to pursue you
That helpless look that's in your eye
I am attracted to the vulnerable look in your eyes
Is all it took to fall on sight?
Did I fall for you as soon as I saw your vulnerable look?
I'm on love patrol
I am actively searching for love
And I can't hold out till I let you know
I can't resist telling you about my romantic intentions
And I won't give up till I get control
I won't give up on finding love until I am in a committed relationship
On the dancin' floor around me
I am surrounded by people dancing
Creatures of the night surround me
People who enjoy the nightlife are around me
Makin' their play
They are flirting and looking for romantic encounters
And huntin' their prey
They are actively looking for a romantic partner
And in the dark
People let loose and become more adventurous in the dark
There's no escapin'
You won't be able to escape my romantic advances
Cause I'll be watchin'
I will be keeping an eye out for you
I'll be waitin'
I will be patient as I continue to pursue you
Don't tell me that you're unaware
Don't act like you don't know I am interested in you
I'm warnin' you so just take care
I am letting you know that I am interested in pursuing a romantic relationship, so be careful
And I won't give up till I get control
I am intent on finding a committed romantic relationship and won't give up until I have control of it
And I can't hold out till I let you know
I am too eager to tell you about my romantic intentions to hold back
I'm on love patrol
I am actively searching for love
And I won't give up till I get control
I am persistent in my pursuit of love
Contributed by Elijah S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@user-ty8zp9cp1y
So underrated, this is a fabulous tune.
@adrianrobson7822
The Dooleys had "Love Patrol" as the opening number in their stage show for several years when they were at the peak of their popularity
@vixtravels
Brilliant stuff! Loved the Dooleys! The bass hook on the chorous is infectious, with both bass guitar & keybords playing the same notes. I think it's the most sophisticated of any pop song to date!
@46FreddieMercury91
Kathy had such great hips...mm to go back in time and be there again. sooo much better than todays crap
@addersdewinter1141
Fantastic pop group...one of my faves ...beautiful voices, beautiful women, beautiful melodies ....who could want more from a cracking song. 😊
@user-zs5cw1xd6o
Love them meet them ❤❤❤😊😊🎉
@MichaelSmith-vv3yb
Both Anne & Kathy rocking those spandex disco jeans.
@fodsaks
The Dooleys actually had three absolute stunners... Don't overlook Helen on keyboards.
@muskymcg
I fancied the blonde one..ooops sorry ...hes a geezer :)... Great tunes why are these not getting mashed up for the summer tunes?. Better than the shite today :)
@mikemi05mt39
There is something fundamentally wrong with your choice in women!