Dance With Me
The Sweet Remains Lyrics


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This old house is cracked and worn
The walls are faded and the curtains torn
Sometimes it feels we keep running just to keep from falling behind
The day is done and won't you come
Leave the dishses turn the TV off
I built a fire, whoa and the fire is warm
Don't know where but I hear the eat of a drum
Somewhere I swear I hear the strain of a song

Dance with me to this song
Dance now darling let your hair run down
Dance with me all night long
Dance now darling to this song

Come to me darling put your and in mine
Lay your head down on my shoulder
Give me your lips (sweet like wine)
If a kiss is just a kiss I don't know what to make of this
Although the radio plays only a storm
Still somewhere I swear I hear the downbeat of a drum

Dance with me to this song
Dance now darling let your cares be gone
Dance with me all night long
Dance now darling to this song

So let the long hand run
Don’t let the time worry us
‘Cause when you’re in my arms
I still hear that same sweet song
And I wanna get lost in this song
The room’s in a spin kaleidescope of light
Feels just like I’m upside down
Darlin’ don’t you set me right
You got me lost in a feeling
And I don’t wanna be found
Don’t know where but I hear the beat of a drum
Somewhere I swear I hear the strain of a song

Dance with me to this song
Dance now darling let you hair run down




Dance with me all night long
Dance now darling to this song

Overall Meaning

The Sweet Remains's song "Dance With Me" paints a picture of an old and worn-out house, but amidst the cracks and faded walls, the warmth of the fire and the sweet rhythm of the drums make everything come to life. The singer is inviting his lover to dance with him, to let their hair down and forget about the troubles of the day. There is a sense of time standing still, as they get lost in the moment and the music.


The lyrics suggest that despite the imperfections and difficulties in life, there is always something to hold onto that can make everything feel better. In this case, it's the power of music and dancing with a loved one. The repeated line "Don't know where but I hear the beat of a drum" adds to the sense of magic and mystery surrounding the moment.


Overall, "Dance With Me" is a song about finding joy and solace in the simple pleasures of life, and the importance of being present in the moment with the people we care about.


Line by Line Meaning

This old house is cracked and worn
The singer's house is old and in need of repair.


The walls are faded and the curtains torn
The walls and curtains of the house have been worn out by time and use.


Sometimes it feels we keep running just to keep from falling behind
The singer feels like they are struggling to keep up with the fast pace of life.


The day is done and won't you come
The day is over and the artist is inviting their partner to spend time with them.


Leave the dishes turn the TV off
The artist wants their partner to forget about their responsibilities for a while and relax with them.


I built a fire, whoa and the fire is warm
The singer has built a fire, which is now providing warmth and comfort in the house.


Don't know where but I hear the beat of a drum
The singer can hear the sound of a drum, but they're not sure where it's coming from.


Somewhere I swear I hear the strain of a song
The artist can hear music playing faintly in the distance.


Dance with me to this song
The artist is asking their partner to dance with them to the music they can hear in the distance.


Dance now darling let your hair run down
The artist wants their partner to let loose and have fun while dancing.


Dance with me all night long
The singer wants to dance with their partner for the whole night.


Come to me darling put your and in mine
The artist wants their partner to hold their hand and come closer to them.


Lay your head down on my shoulder
The singer is inviting their partner to rest their head on their shoulder for comfort.


Give me your lips (sweet like wine)
The singer wants to kiss their partner, whom they find very attractive and desirable.


If a kiss is just a kiss I don't know what to make of this
The singer is saying that the intimacy they share with their partner feels special and meaningful.


Although the radio plays only a storm
The radio is playing sounds of a storm, but the artist is still focused on the music they can hear in the distance.


Still somewhere I swear I hear the downbeat of a drum
The artist can still hear the rhythm of the distant music, even with the sound of the storm on the radio.


Dance now darling let your cares be gone
The singer wants their partner to forget their worries and just enjoy the moment while dancing.


So let the long hand run
The singer doesn't want to pay attention to time while they're enjoying the moment with their partner.


Don’t let the time worry us
The artist is asking their partner to not be anxious about time while they're together.


‘Cause when you’re in my arms
When their partner is close to them, the artist feels happy and content.


I still hear that same sweet song
The artist can still hear the distant music, which is sweet and pleasant to them.


And I wanna get lost in this song
The singer wants to fully immerse themselves in the music and the moment with their partner.


The room’s in a spin kaleidoscope of light
The atmosphere in the room is vibrant and exciting, full of color and light.


Feels just like I’m upside down
The intensity of the moment is making the singer feel disoriented and dizzy with happiness.


Darlin’ don’t you set me right
The singer doesn't want their partner to disrupt the moment or bring them back to reality.


You got me lost in a feeling
The singer is overwhelmed with emotions and joy, thanks to their partner.


And I don’t wanna be found
The artist doesn't want the moment to end or to lose the feeling they have with their partner.




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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

softspot peters

This old house is cracked and worn
The walls are faded and the curtains torn
Sometimes it feels like we're running just to keep from falling behind
The day is done and won't you come
Leave the dishes turn the TV off
I built a fire, oh and the fire is warm
Don't know where but I hear the beat of a drum
Somewhere I swear I hear the strings of a song
Dance with me to this song
Dance now darling let your hair run down
Dance with me all night long
Dance now darling to this song
Come to me darling put your hand in mine
Lay your head down on my shoulder
Give me your lips (sweet like wine)
If a kiss is just a kiss I don't know what to make of this
Although the radio plays only a storm
Still somewhere I swear I hear the downbeat of a drum
Dance with me to this song
Dance now darling let your cares be gone
Dance with me all night long
Dance now darling to this song
So let the long hand run
Don't let the time worry us
'Cause when you're in my arms
I still hear that same sweet song
And I wanna get lost in this song
The rooms in a spin kaleidescope of light
Feels just like I'm upside down
Darlin' don't you set me right
You got me lost in a feeling
And I don't wanna be found
Don't know where but I hear the beat of a drum
Somewhere I swear I hear the strain of a song
Dance with me to this song
Dance now darling let you hair run down
Dance with me all night long
Dance now darling to this song



All comments from YouTube:

softspot peters

This old house is cracked and worn
The walls are faded and the curtains torn
Sometimes it feels like we're running just to keep from falling behind
The day is done and won't you come
Leave the dishes turn the TV off
I built a fire, oh and the fire is warm
Don't know where but I hear the beat of a drum
Somewhere I swear I hear the strings of a song
Dance with me to this song
Dance now darling let your hair run down
Dance with me all night long
Dance now darling to this song
Come to me darling put your hand in mine
Lay your head down on my shoulder
Give me your lips (sweet like wine)
If a kiss is just a kiss I don't know what to make of this
Although the radio plays only a storm
Still somewhere I swear I hear the downbeat of a drum
Dance with me to this song
Dance now darling let your cares be gone
Dance with me all night long
Dance now darling to this song
So let the long hand run
Don't let the time worry us
'Cause when you're in my arms
I still hear that same sweet song
And I wanna get lost in this song
The rooms in a spin kaleidescope of light
Feels just like I'm upside down
Darlin' don't you set me right
You got me lost in a feeling
And I don't wanna be found
Don't know where but I hear the beat of a drum
Somewhere I swear I hear the strain of a song
Dance with me to this song
Dance now darling let you hair run down
Dance with me all night long
Dance now darling to this song

Imagine Peace

One of my new favorite songs! 🎶❤️🎼- I only recently discovered The Sweet Remains. I am so grateful that I did. Wow‼️ Their combined talents created a musical “perfect storm”. Truly, some of the most beautiful songs I’ve heard💜☮️

Agata Sanchez

Fall vibeeeeeees <3 this guys must be more famous! I love their music!! :D

Rebekah Smalls

I love this song!! I like to listen to music when I'm making dinner, and whenever this song comes on I find myself dancing all over the kitchen!

215PhillySteak

Love it more than the album version! Gotta appreciate artists that sound the same if not better than their recordings !

cttech85

Just discovered these guys on Spotify.....this is an incredible song, even better live! Totally wish I could have been there when this was recorded.

Daniela Centofanti

You guys are incredibly talented- i want this as my wedding song, just need to convince the groom!
Your voices are beautiful and your music is so down to earth, love it.

Joy Bauer

Love these guys and think the song is great! Makes you want to sing along :)

TerrificPopArt

Amazing guys, but you deserve more and more and more success than you already have

Laura Rosenthal

So glad we found The Sweet Remains, here in Plymouth Ma at The Spire Center. Love their sound and artistry.

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