Stop
The James Gang Lyrics


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Stop, baby can't you see that I can't take it no more
Stop, if you keep it up I'm gonna go through floor
Never knew how good love could be
Love's gonna make a fool of me
Everything is hazy
One more kiss could drive me crazy

Stop, hold it just a minute, ‘cause I got to catch my breath
Stop, every time you squeeze me you scare my heart half to death
Thought I was the captain of my ship
But your love has made me lose my grip
Everything is hazy
One more kiss could drive me crazy

I never knew how good a love could be
Love's gonna make a fool of me
Everything is hazy
One more kiss could drive me crazy

Stop, I think you're trying to take advantage of poor ol' me
Stop, when you touch my hand I'm helpless as I can be
Tell me baby, what are you made of?
What you do to me sure must be made of love
Everything is hazy
One more kiss could drive me crazy
Yes, it will





Stop, stop, stop

Overall Meaning

The James Gang's "Stop" is a soulful, bluesy love song that speaks to the overwhelming power of love. The singer begs his lover to "Stop" because he can't take it anymore; the intensity of their love is driving him crazy. He admits that he never knew how good love could be and that it's going to make a fool of him. The singer is in a daze and can barely catch his breath, as his lover's touch leaves him weak and helpless. He wonders what she is made of and concludes that it must be love.


The song has a slow, seductive tempo that reflects the singer's state of mind. The repeated use of "stop" creates a sense of urgency and desperation. The lyrics are simple and direct, conveying the singer's deeply felt emotions. The hazy atmosphere and the singer's loss of control capture the intense, almost mystical quality of love.


Overall, "Stop" is a vivid and honest portrayal of the power of love. The singer's feelings are raw and unguarded, as he struggles to contain his emotions. The song is a testament to the enduring appeal of the blues, which continues to speak to our most primal and universal desires.


Line by Line Meaning

Stop, baby can't you see that I can't take it no more
I am overwhelmed by your actions and need you to cease immediately.


Stop, if you keep it up I'm gonna go through floor
Continuing to behave in this way will have serious consequences.


Never knew how good love could be
I had no idea that love could feel this enjoyable.


Love's gonna make a fool of me
I am aware that this love could end up causing me to do foolish things.


Everything is hazy
My thoughts and emotions are all over the place due to this love.


One more kiss could drive me crazy
The intensity of this situation is already too much for me to handle, so I fear that another kiss could push me over the edge.


Stop, hold it just a minute, ‘cause I got to catch my breath
I need to take a break from this situation to collect my thoughts and emotions.


Stop, every time you squeeze me you scare my heart half to death
Your actions are causing me physical and emotional distress.


Thought I was the captain of my ship
I thought I was in control of my life and emotions.


But your love has made me lose my grip
Your love has thrown me off balance and made me feel like I am not in control anymore.


Stop, I think you're trying to take advantage of poor ol' me
I feel like you are manipulating me and taking advantage of my vulnerability.


Stop, when you touch my hand I'm helpless as I can be
Your touch has a powerful effect on me and makes me feel powerless to resist you.


Tell me baby, what are you made of?
I am curious about what it is that makes you have such a strong effect on me.


What you do to me sure must be made of love
The way you make me feel is so intense that it can only be explained as love.


Yes, it will
The potential for this situation to become overwhelming is very real, and I fear that it will happen if we continue down this path.


Stop, stop, stop
I need you to stop your actions immediately and give me a chance to catch my breath and regain control of my emotions.




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: MILES WATERS

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