Hot like Fire
The xx Lyrics
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Ya got me meltin like a sundae, and I want ya
I know you've been waitin' you've been waitin' a long time for me
But if you wait a little while longer this is how it'll be
Oh it's gonna be, hot like fire
I'm gonna take you higher
You can't resist
You shouldn't have said "take our time"
I'll let you know when I'm ready if that's alright
I won't keep you, I won't keep you, I won't keep you holdin' on
But if you wait on me, I promise you it won't be long
Oh it's gonna be, hot like fire
I'm gonna take you higher
You can't resist
Kiss, kiss, and kiss and kiss and kiss
The xx's "Hot Like Fire" is a sultry and hypnotic love song that describes the intense physical attraction and desire between two people. The opening lines "You're hotter than summer day, in California / Ya got me meltin like a sundae, and I want ya" make it clear that the subject of the song is incredibly physically appealing, and the singer can't resist their allure. The chorus repeatedly states that their encounter is going to be "hot like fire", while the repetition of the word "kiss" creates a sense of intimacy and sexual tension.
The lyrics continue by acknowledging that the singer knows their love interest has been waiting for them for a long time, but also implies that they aren't quite ready to fully commit to the relationship yet. In the lines "You shouldn't have said 'take our time' / I'll let you know when I'm ready if that's alright", it's clear that the singer wants to maintain some control in the relationship and is hesitant to fully give themselves over to their feelings. The final lines, "But if you wait on me, I promise you it won't be long / Oh it's gonna be, hot like fire", indicate that even though they're not ready yet, the singer is confident that they will be soon and that the encounter will be explosive.
Overall, "Hot Like Fire" is a steamy and passionate song that explores the intense emotions and physical attraction between two people who can't keep their hands off each other. It's a tribute to the intoxicating feeling of falling in love and the thrill of the unknown.
Line by Line Meaning
You're hotter than summer day, in California
You are incredibly attractive and desirable, like the hottest weather in a sunny California day.
Ya got me meltin like a sundae, and I want ya
You have a powerful effect on me, almost like melting ice cream. I desire you more than anything.
I know you've been waitin' you've been waitin' a long time for me
I am aware that you have been patiently waiting for me for a considerable amount of time.
But if you wait a little while longer this is how it'll be
If you can afford to hold on just a bit longer, something amazing will happen between us.
Oh it's gonna be, hot like fire
Our connection will be intensely passionate and electrifying, like blazing flames.
I'm gonna take you higher
I will elevate your emotions to new heights of pleasure and ecstasy.
You can't resist
The passion between us is so strong that it cannot be ignored or denied.
Kiss, kiss, and kiss and kiss and kiss
Our chemistry and desire is so intense that we won't be able to stop kissing each other.
You shouldn't have said "take our time"
By asking to take things slowly, you ignited an even stronger desire in me to be with you right now.
I'll let you know when I'm ready if that's alright
I will communicate with you when I feel ready to take things to the next level between us, if that is okay with you.
I won't keep you, I won't keep you, I won't keep you holdin' on
I will not make you wait unnecessarily or keep you hanging on without a clear path forward.
But if you wait on me, I promise you it won't be long
If you can wait for me a little while longer, I assure you that the reward will be worth it, and we will be together soon.
Contributed by Blake B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@markhollandsworth6501
What The XX has done with this song is sheer magic. I introduced this brilliant young band to my then 13 year old daughter, and it forged a bond between us that I could not have achieved on my own. Thank you Romy, Jamie and Olly.
@0307133123
Thanks for sharing.Its what it is all about :)
@ruhtra1665
This song is soooooo nostalgic, reminds me of these warm and melacolic nights when I was younger.
@HerpDerpSmurf
Love when I have my headphones in, the waves of the sounds in ear to ear.
@N0FutureReflecti0ns
Haunting guitar chords instantly calms me down.....
@beefwellington9371
Listened to this song a lot freshman year of high school. 2010. I miss those days so much. Nostalgia and memories make me super sad..
@benjaminray2847
This song makes me feel so good. It's just got that vibe.
@COOTERBABY94
I love that they covered an Aaliyah song, it's a much more spacey version.
@KelsieJaycee
I get sad when I listen to the xx because I love them so much.
@michiepooh
OMG, I was like is this the Aaliyah song! I like that they covered it, too.