Love for Sale
The Paul Smith Quartet Lyrics
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Is the heavy tread of the heavy feet
That belong to a lonesome cop
I open shop.
When the moon so long has been gazing down
On the wayward ways of this wayward town.
That her smile becomes a smirk,
Love for sale,
Appetizing young love for sale.
Love that`s fresh and still unspoiled,
Love that`s only slightly soiled,
Love for sale.
Who will buy?
Who would like to sample my supply?
Who`s prepared to pay the price,
For a trip to paradise?
Love for sale
Let the poets pipe of love
in their childish way,
I know every type of love
Better far than they.
If you want the thrill of love,
I`ve been through the mill of love;
Old love, new love
Every love but true love
Love for sale.
Appetising young love for sale.
If you want to buy my wares.
Follow me and climb the stairs
Love for sale.
Love for sale.
The Paul Smith Quartet's "Love For Sale" is a song about a person who is selling their love as if it were a commodity. The person is waiting for the right moment to set up shop; when the streets are empty, and the only sound can be heard is the footsteps of a lonely police officer. The person then proceeds to sell their love, offering it to anyone who is willing to pay the price. The lyrics suggest a sense of detachment, as the person sees love as something that can be bought and sold, rather than a genuine emotional connection between two people.
The song then goes on to describe the different types of love that the person has experienced, from old love to new love, but states that they have never experienced true love. The person claims to know every type of love better than the poets who write about it. The lyrics imply that love is something that can be learned through experience, but ultimately remains elusive. The chorus repeats the phrase "love for sale," emphasizing the transactional nature of the person's approach to love.
Line by Line Meaning
When the only sound in the empty street,
There is no sound around and everything is quiet.
Is the heavy tread of the heavy feet
The only sound comes from the footsteps of a lonely police officer.
That belong to a lonesome cop
The footsteps are coming from a solitary policeman.
I open shop.
At this moment, I start trading.
When the moon so long has been gazing down
For a long time, the moon has been observing.
On the wayward ways of this wayward town.
The moon has been observing the chaotic behavior of the town.
That her smile becomes a smirk,
As a result of her observation, the smile of the moon turns into a mischievous expression.
I go to work.
At this point, I commence my business.
Love for sale,
I am selling love.
Appetizing young love for sale.
My offering is tempting, fresh and pristine love.
Love that`s fresh and still unspoiled,
The love I offer is pure and unblemished.
Love that`s only slightly soiled,
Although it may have a few flaws or imperfections, it is still worth buying.
Love for sale.
I am selling love.
Who will buy?
I am asking who is interested in purchasing my love.
Who would like to sample my supply?
I am offering people the chance to try out my love before purchasing.
Who`s prepared to pay the price,
I am asking who is willing to pay the cost of my offering.
For a trip to paradise?
In return, I promise an experience of true bliss.
Love for sale
I am selling love.
Let the poets pipe of love
Poets can create their explanations of what love is.
in their childish way,
Although they may lack maturity, these poets are still capable of expressing love in their own unique way.
I know every type of love
I understand all the nuances and subtleties of love.
Better far than they.
In comparison, I have a more profound knowledge of love than the poets.
If you want the thrill of love,
If you are seeking a captivating and exhilarating experience with love.
I`ve been through the mill of love;
I have experienced a succession of trials and tribulations in my love life.
Old love, new love
I have absorbed the understanding of love from experience with both past and present relationships.
Every love but true love
However, I have not yet experienced the pure and honest form of love.
Love for sale.
I am selling love.
Appetising young love for sale.
My offering is tempting, fresh and pristine love.
If you want to buy my wares.
If you are interested in purchasing what I am offering.
Follow me and climb the stairs
Come with me and go upstairs to receive your love.
Love for sale.
I am selling love.
Love for sale.
I am selling love.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: COLE PORTER
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