Cold Sweat
The Meters (& the J.B. Horns) Lyrics
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Yeah yeah Na na na
Na na na
Yeah yeah Na na na
Na na na
Where have you gone to my new found joy joy
This joy that I found when I wasn't looking
You took me by surprise, before my very little eyes
Where have you gone to my new found joy
This joy my peace, my consolation
Who sought who out, who knows, you said I needed search no more
And I wondered what life, this life held in store
Waking up in cold sweat that lay deep within me
Waking up in cold sweat from the day that you left me
Waking up in cold sweat yeah that lay deep within me
Waking up in cold sweat.
Where have you gone to my new found joy
I need you so much my arms really aching
Can't get no sleep at night.
The bed seems oh so empty
Tossing and turning till I see daylight.
Waking up in cold sweat that lay deep within me
Waking up in cold sweat from the day that you left me
Waking in up in cold sweat yeah that lay deep within me
Waking up in cold sweat
Na na na na
Yeah yeah na na na
Ah ah oh na na na
Yeah yeah Na na na
Ah woa na na na
Yeah yeah na na na
Ah ah oh na na na
Yeah yeah Na na na
Where have you gone to my new found joy
This joy my peace, my consolation
Who sought who out,who knows
You said I needed search no more
And I wondered what life, this life held in store
Waking up in cold sweat that lay deep within me
Waking up in cold sweat from the day that you left me
Waking in up in cold sweat yeah that lay deep within me
Waking up in cold sweat
Waking up in cold sweat that lay deep within me
Waking up in cold sweat from the day that you left me
Waking in up in cold sweat yeah that lay deep within me
Waking up in cold sweat
The song "Cold Sweat" by The Meters and The J.B. Horns is a funky, soulful track that speaks to the desire to satisfy a lover's pulse despite their faults and past. The lyrics express a carefree attitude towards the past and present problems in a relationship, with a focus on the present moment and the importance of physical intimacy. The chorus repeats the line "I break out in a cold sweat," which seems to represent the intense physical and emotional connection that the singer feels with his lover.
The song is musically dynamic, with intricate basslines and drums that accentuate the funkiness of the rhythm. The horns and guitar also contribute to the lively and upbeat nature of the track. The lyrics are delivered in a relaxed and confident manner, conveying the message that the singer is in control of the situation.
Overall, "Cold Sweat" is a fun and energetic song that celebrates the power of physical intimacy and the importance of living in the moment. It is a prime example of the funk and soul genres that were popular in the 1960s and 1970s.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't care ha! about your past
I am not concerned about what happened before we met
I just want ho! our love to last Dee
All I want is for our love to endure
I don't care darlin' about your faults huh
Your imperfections are of no concern to me, my love
I just want to satisfy your pulse
My only aim is to fulfill your desires
When you kiss me
The moment your lips touch mine
When you mess me
When you touch me, caress me
Hold my hand
Clasp my hand with yours
Make me understand
Help me comprehend your feelings
I break out, in a cold sweat
My excitement is so intense that it causes me physical discomfort
I don't care about your wants
What you desire is irrelevant to me
I just want to ha! tell ya about the does and don'ts
Let me inform you of what is acceptable and what is not
I don't care about the way you treat me darlin' ha!
Your behavior towards me does not bother me, my love
I just want huh! to understand me honey
All I ask is that you comprehend my point of view
When you kiss me
The moment your lips touch mine
And ya miss me
When we are apart and you long for me
You hold me tight
Embrace me firmly
Make everything all right
Your presence alone makes everything better
I break out in a cold sweat heh!
My passion for you is so intense that it overwhelms me
Mercy on me
An expression of surprise or shock
C'mon now
Encouragement or urgency to take action
Brother
A way of addressing a friend, associate or stranger
Put it, put it where it's at now
Do what is needed to make things happen
Aww
An expression of affection or fondness
Let him have it
Give it your all, put forth your best effort
Uh!
An exclamation of excitement or enthusiasm
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Sandra Harry
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@PaulDA2000
Sounds good! Never got into the meters at all so I don’t know anything by them. Too bad this isn’t on Spotify or I would add it to my “Maceo, Fred, Pee Wee” playlist.
@SoulOnTopJB
This is from a bootleg, it was never released, The Meters area great band.
@jacquesleruth9155
Need to get into the meters
@PaulDA2000
@@jacquesleruth9155 nope I’ve listen to the meters. I have a playlist on Spotify they’re just not a group I care for much.