Hypnotised
The Lovemakers Lyrics
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It's been awhile my friend
I hope you still recall my name
Like lips and sable hair
Same age but twice as fair
Magic you'll get your share tonight
Are you surprised
Can't get me off your mind
I've got you hypnotized
White boots with a diamond cuff
I guess I've got good luck
I get my way with boys like you
You're getting lost in smoke
Did you think this was only a joke
I'll have my cake and eat it too
[CHORUS]
Are you surprised
Can't get me off your mind
I've got you hypnotized
Don't you realize
You can't escape this time
I've got you hypnotized
Snow white apple red
Death comes as a dream
Didn't nobody tell you
Things aren't always what they seem
Suck it up and touch me and turn it out
Shut your mouth don't interrupt
Hope you don't mind if it gets corrupt but I'm burnin' up
You can go down but get back up
Smoke some of this and loosen up
Hope you don't mind if it gets corrupt but I'm burnin' up
[CHORUS]
Are you surprised
Can't get me off your mind
I've got you hypnotized
Don't you realize
You can't escape this time
I've got you hypnotized
I've got you hypnotized
I've got you hypnotized
Hypnotized
The Lovemakers's song Hypnotised is a pulsating, infectious dance track about the power of attraction and the hypnotic effect that certain people can have over others. In the opening verse, the singer meets an old acquaintance and reminds them of who she is. She then highlights her irresistible allure - her lips, sable hair and white boots with a diamond cuff. She suggests that the magic that she exudes will be shared with her companion that night. The chorus is a repetition of the hook, where the singer boasts that she has the power of hypnosis over her man and he can't stop thinking about her.
In the second verse, the singer reveals that her hypnotic power comes from her ability to make boys think that they are getting their way with her while she is secretly getting hers. She then deliberately confuses her companion with smoke and convinces him that he cannot escape her spell. The bridge section suggests a sense of danger as the singer refers to a "snow white apple red" and death coming as a dream. She forcefully exhorts her man to "suck it up" and "touch me and turn it out" and warns him against interrupting. The chorus repeats the theme of the hypnotic power that the singer exerts over her man, who cannot escape her control.
The song is an upbeat and catchy electro-pop track that features upbeat synthesizer hooks and a propulsive rhythm section. The lyrics are suggestive and playfully seductive, with a hint of danger and mystery. The Lovemakers formed in Oakland, California, in 2002, and had their biggest hit with Hypnotised in 2005. The song was released on the band's album, Times of Romance, and was produced by Sylvia Massy, who has also worked with bands like Tool and Red Hot Chili Peppers. The Lovemakers disbanded in 2009, but reformed in 2018 and continue to perform.
Line by Line Meaning
Looks like we meet again
It seems like our paths have crossed once more
It's been awhile my friend
We haven't seen each other in some time
I hope you still recall my name
I hope you remember who I am
Like lips and sable hair
I have attractive features such as pouty lips and dark hair
Same age but twice as fair
We're the same age, but I'm much more beautiful
Magic you'll get your share tonight
You're in for a treat tonight, I promise
[CHORUS]
Refrain
Are you surprised
Are you taken aback?
Can't get me off your mind
You can't stop thinking about me
I've got you hypnotized
I have a hold on you
White boots with a diamond cuff
I'm wearing stylish white boots adorned with diamonds
I guess I've got good luck
I seem to be fortunate with the men I attract
I get my way with boys like you
I typically get what I want when dealing with guys like you
You're getting lost in smoke
You're becoming confused or disoriented
Did you think this was only a joke
Were you under the impression that this was just a game?
I'll have my cake and eat it too
I'll enjoy all the benefits without any drawbacks
[CHORUS]
Refrain
Don't you realize
Aren't you aware?
You can't escape this time
You won't be able to break free from my grasp this time around
Snow white apple red
My complexion is fair, and my lips are red like an apple
Death comes as a dream
Death can be as alluring as a dream
Didn't nobody tell you
Did nobody inform you
Things aren't always what they seem
Appearances can be deceiving
Suck it up and touch me and turn it out
Deal with it and take control of the situation
Shut your mouth don't interrupt
Stop talking and listen
Hope you don't mind if it gets corrupt but I'm burnin' up
I hope you're ok with things getting a bit wild because I'm feeling excited and passionate
You can go down but get back up
You may fall, but you can always get back up
Smoke some of this and loosen up
Try some of this and relax
I've got you hypnotized
I have a hold on you
I've got you hypnotized
I have a hold on you
Hypnotized
Under the influence of me
Contributed by Emily A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Matthew Madri
I remember how amazing this was to see live :)
armando landa
I saw them on the main stage at BFD it was hella sick!