Tina Cousins is a singer of electronic music, from Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, Eng… Read Full Bio ↴Tina Cousins is a singer of electronic music, from Leigh-on-Sea, Essex, England, born April 20, 1974. She first achieved global success by appearing on German DJ/producer team Sash!'s single "Mysterious Times" in 1998, which lead to a string of other releases, notably "Forever","Killin' time", "Pray","Angel" and most recently her cover of Black's "Wonderful Life".

Pretty Young Thing
Tina Cousins Lyrics

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I want to bruise your lips with a tender kiss
I want to crush your heart
I want to be your spark
And when you're touching me
I hear a symphony
Baby, come on now baby
Someone get a priest or maybe the police
I think that we should call a justice of the peace

You're a pretty young thing, its a damn cool thing
I got to tell the world in case they haven't heard
There never was a doubt, baby hush your mouth
You're a pretty young thing, its a damn cool thing
Baby say my name, baby say it again
I want to be the one, I want to take you on
And when you're closing in, I hear violins
Baby, come on now baby
Someone get a priest or maybe the police
I think that we should call a justice of the peace
You're a pretty young thing, its a damn cool thing
I got to tell the world in case they haven't heard
There never was a doubt, baby hush your mouth
You're a pretty young thing, its a damn cool thing
Pretty young thing, don't need no diamond ring
I'll give you everything, I'll show you anything
Just hush
Oh just shhh
Don't say a word
Someone get a priest or maybe the police
I think that we should call a justice of the peace
You're a pretty young thing, its a damn cool thing
I got to tell the world in case they haven't heard

There never was a doubt, baby hush your mouth
You're a pretty young thing, its a damn cool thing

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Tina Cousins's song "Pretty Young Thing" speak of a passionate desire for someone. The opening lines set the tone for the rest of the song as the singer sings of wanting to bruise her lover's lips with a tender kiss and wanting to crush their heart. These lines suggest a sense of urgency and intensity, which is central to the song's theme.

As the song progresses, the singer tells her lover that they are a "pretty young thing" and how great it is to have them. The use of the phrase "pretty young thing" suggests that the person being sung to is younger than the singer, and may be a nod to Michael Jackson's hit song of the same name. However, it is unclear whether the age gap is significant or not.

The chorus is where the song's catchiness comes to the fore. With the use of strings and violins, the chorus builds up into a crescendo that is both melodious and beautiful. The lyrics add to the feeling of euphoria as the singer asks her lover to say her name again and again, promising to give them everything they desire.

Overall, "Pretty Young Thing" is a song about the intense desire to be with someone, and the thrill of that connection. With its catchy chorus and beautiful melody, it's a song that is sure to get stuck in your head.

Line by Line Meaning

I want to bruise your lips with a tender kiss
I want to kiss you passionately

I want to crush your heart
I want to love you with all of my being

I want to be your spark
I want to be the reason for your happiness

And when you're touching me, I hear a symphony
Your touch is music to my ears

Baby, come on now baby
Come closer to me, my love

Someone get a priest or maybe the police, I think that we should call a justice of the peace
Our love is so intense, we might need an official to witness it

You're a pretty young thing, its a damn cool thing. I got to tell the world in case they haven't heard. There never was a doubt, baby hush your mouth
You are beautiful and amazing, and I want everyone to know. Don't doubt yourself or your beauty

Baby say my name, baby say it again. I want to be the one, I want to take you on. And when you're closing in, I hear violins
I want to be with you always, and our love is like a beautiful symphony

Pretty young thing, don't need no diamond ring. I'll give you everything, I'll show you anything. Just hush. Oh just shhh. Don't say a word
You don't need material things to be happy, I will give you everything you need. Let's be silent and enjoy the moment

You're a pretty young thing, its a damn cool thing. I got to tell the world in case they haven't heard. There never was a doubt, baby hush your mouth
You are amazing just the way you are, and I want everyone to know it. Don't doubt yourself or your beauty

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