Produced by Steve Albini
Recorded January 1991… Read Full Bio ↴Written by David Gedge
Produced by Steve Albini
Recorded January 1991, Pachyderm Studio, Cannon Falls, Minnesota
Released May 1991 on Seamonsters
Personnel
David Gedge (vocals & guitar)
Pete Solowka (guitar)
Keith Gregory (bass)
Simon Smith (drums)
Suck
The Wedding Present Lyrics
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Suddenly it's Tuesday
We still don't know
If what we want is wrong
I just love hearing you say
"Oh please don't go"
Darling can't you keep
Oh just stay here
Because I can't fall asleep
Even in my own bed
Until you're near
No, you'll go away
Of course that's not what I want
Oh I've missed you
That's what I thought you'd say
But you must know that I can't
Resist you
You suck it all right out of me
You suck it all right out of me
I didn't have to search for you
I knew where you'd be hiding
You astound me
There's nothing I won't do
To feel your body sliding
All around me
No, no, no, don't stop
I think I must be dreaming
I'll just hold you
I'm just about to drop
You thrill me with your screaming
I adore you
You suck it all right out of me
You suck it all right out of me
You suck it all right out of me
You suck it all
The Wedding Present's "Suck" is an emotional and heavy song about the intensity of a romantic relationship. The lyrics present two people who have been talking for so long that they've lost track of time and are unsure about the morality of their situation. They are drawn to each other but they know that what they're doing might be wrong. Lead singer David Gedge's melancholic voice echoes his despair and confusion as he sings, "We still don't know/If what we want is wrong".
The chorus of the song is the most powerful part. It simply repeats the phrase "You suck it all right out of me" four times. The lyrics are unambiguous and inescapable, as they describe the all-consuming, addictive quality of the relationship. The lovers are so drawn to each other that they become completely enmeshed in their passion. Lines like "No, you'll go away/Of course that's not what I want" showcase the emotional turmoil and powerlessness that the singer feels.
The song's intense and unrelenting melodies are a result of the loud guitars and the drums that punctuate the verses. The more drawn-out, melodic vocals of the chorus contrast with Gedge's more classic, aggressive punk-rock style. Overall, "Suck" is a bold and powerful song that digs deep into the messy, confusing aspects of love and desire.
Line by Line Meaning
We've talked so long
We have been discussing something for a long time
Suddenly it's Tuesday
Time passed by so quickly, it's already Tuesday
We still don't know
We are uncertain and confused about something
If what we want is wrong
We question if what we desire is right or acceptable
I just love hearing you say
I enjoy listening to your words and voice
"Oh please don't go"
I request that you stay and not leave my presence
Darling can't you keep
My beloved, would you remain
Your head next to my head
Stay close and put your head next to mine
Oh just stay here
Stay in this place with me
Because I can't fall asleep
I am unable to sleep
Even in my own bed
Even if I am in my own bed
Until you're near
Unless you are within my proximity
No, you'll go away
You will eventually leave my presence
Of course that's not what I want
Though it is inevitable for you to go, I don't want it to happen
Oh I've missed you
I longed for your presence
That's what I thought you'd say
I anticipated that you would say that
But you must know that I can't
However, you should be aware that I am unable
Resist you
To avoid or control myself from being drawn towards you
You suck it all right out of me
You take everything away from me
I didn't have to search for you
I did not need to look for you
I knew where you'd be hiding
I was already aware of where you were concealing yourself
You astound me
You amaze me
There's nothing I won't do
I am willing to do anything for you
To feel your body sliding
To experience the sensation of your body moving against mine
All around me
From every angle around me
No, no, no, don't stop
Don't halt or pause anything
I think I must be dreaming
It feels surreal and like a dream
I'll just hold you
I'll embrace you
I'm just about to drop
I am about to lose consciousness or energy
You thrill me with your screaming
Your loud screams excite or arouse me
I adore you
I love and admire you deeply
Contributed by Nora J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.