Slow Dance
Tucker Rivera Lyrics
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Why'd you call me on the phone, we're talking all night
If I'm just a boy, then what are we?
Friends who fall in love and fuck around and get gory baby
You know I love you better than that
We're built for long run so light up my chat
I can see us growing old, somewhere down the road
But for now I'll go and I'll
Slow dance with you in my dreams
But I don't know what that means
Or if that even means anything
When you see your reflection
And he's taking off your velvet
Does it hurt?
Does it hurt?
Why do you cry
When that boy he's not treating you right?
Wasting time
You can find no more lovin' like mine
You know I love you better than that
We're built for long run so light up my chat
I can see us growing old, somewhere down the road
But for now I'll go and I'll
Slow dance with you in my dreams
But I don't know what that means
Or if that even means anything
When you see your reflection
And he's taking off your velvet
Does it hurt?
Does it hurt?
Going down
Go crazy, go stupid, go numb
What's the fun
In a lover that loves you that much?
Going down
Go crazy, go stupid, go numb
What's the fun
In a lover that loves you that much?
And I'll slow dance with you in my dream
But I don't know what that means
Or if that even means anything (anything)
When you see your reflection
And he's taking off your velvet
Does it hurt?
Does it hurt?
Lover that loves you that much
In Tucker Rivera's song Slow Dance, the lyrics explore the confusion and complications that can arise in romantic relationships, particularly in situations where mixed signals are given or when one is involved with another person. The first verse presents a scenario where the singer's love interest is attempting to categorize their relationship as mere friendship, despite their late-night phone conversations that suggest otherwise. The singer questions why they are being relegated to the role of "just a boy" and wonders how the two of them can reconcile their love and lust for one another. The chorus repeats the phrase "slow dance with you in my dreams," which suggests a desire for intimacy that may not be possible in real life, at least not yet.
The second verse discusses a different aspect of the relationship, where the singer observes their love interest being mistreated by someone else. The singer's empathy and concern for their love interest is palpable, as they wonder why their love interest continues to waste time on someone who doesn't treat them right. The chorus then repeats, emphasizing the dream-like quality of the singer's longing for physical and emotional closeness with their love interest.
The bridge of the song presents a more abstract and psychedelic depiction of the singer's emotions. The repetition of the phrase "going down, go crazy, go stupid, go numb" suggests a loss of control or a sense of being overwhelmed by emotional turmoil. The rhetorical question "what's the fun in a lover that loves you that much?" hints at the potential limitations of intense feelings and their ability to sustain a healthy and fulfilling relationship.
Overall, Slow Dance is a song that grapples with the complexities and uncertainties of romance. The repeated image of slow dancing in dreams suggests a yearning for closeness and intimacy that is elusive, while the discussions of mistreatment and mixed signals underscore the challenge of navigating a loving relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
If he just a friend, then what am I?
I am confused about our relationship. If he is just a friend, then what does that make me?
Why'd you call me on the phone, we're talking all night
You and I enjoy talking to each other and I wonder what it all means.
If I'm just a boy, then what are we?
I am uncertain about our relationship. If I am just a boy, what does that make us?
Friends who fall in love and fuck around and get gory baby
We have a complex relationship that involves us being friends, falling in love, and expressing our love physically.
You know I love you better than that
I love you deeply and more than just a physical relationship.
We're built for long run so light up my chat
We have a future together, so let's continue talking and staying in touch.
I can see us growing old, somewhere down the road
I envision a future where we are still together and in love.
But for now I'll go and I'll
But for now, I must go.
Slow dance with you in my dreams
I will be with you in my dreams, where we slow dance together.
But I don't know what that means
I am unsure of what our relationship truly means.
Or if that even means anything
I am not sure if my dreams, or our connection, means anything real or significant.
When you see your reflection
When you see yourself in the mirror
And he's taking off your velvet
And when he undresses you
Does it hurt?
Does it hurt you emotionally?
Why do you cry
Why do you cry when he treats you wrong?
Wasting time
You are wasting your time with someone who treats you poorly.
You can find no more lovin' like mine
No one else can love you like I do.
Going down
Going down a slippery slope.
Go crazy, go stupid, go numb
Drown out your emotions by losing yourself in meaningless pleasure.
What's the fun
What is the point?
In a lover that loves you that much?
What is the point of being with someone who loves you so much, yet still treats you badly?
And I'll slow dance with you in my dream
I will still dream of us dancing together.
Anything
Does any of it mean anything?
When you see your reflection
When you see yourself in the mirror
And he's taking off your velvet
And when he undresses you
Does it hurt?
Does it hurt you emotionally?
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