That's The Way
Y.S. & The Sunshine Band Lyrics
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I like it, uh-huh, uh-huh
That's the way, uh-huh uh-huh
I like it, uh-huh, uh-huh
That's the way, uh-huh uh-huh
I like it, uh-huh, uh-huh
That's the way, uh-huh uh-huh
I like it, uh-huh, uh-huh
When you take me by the hand
Tell me I'm your loving man
When you give me all your love
And do it the very best you can
Oh, that's the way, uh-huh uh-huh
I like it, uh-huh, uh-huh
That's the way, uh-huh uh-huh
I like it, uh-huh, uh-huh
That's the way, uh-huh uh-huh
I like it, uh-huh, uh-huh
That's the way, uh-huh uh-huh
I like it, uh-huh, uh-huh
When I get to be in your arms
When we're all all alone
When you whisper sweet in my ear
When you turn, turn me on
Oh, that's the way, uh-huh uh-huh
I like it, uh-huh, uh-huh
That's the way, uh-huh uh-huh
I like it, uh-huh, uh-huh
That's the way, uh-huh uh-huh
I like it, uh-huh, uh-huh
That's the way, uh-huh uh-huh
I like it, uh-huh, uh-huh
Babe, oh babe (that's the way, uh-huh, that's the way, uh-huh)
Babe, oh babe (that's the way, uh-huh, that's the way, uh-huh)
That's the way, uh-huh, uh-huh
I like it, uh-huh, uh-huh
That's the way, uh-huh, uh-huh
I like it, uh-huh, uh-huh
That's the way, uh-huh, uh-huh
I like it, uh-huh, uh-huh
That's the way, uh-huh, uh-huh
I like it, uh-huh, uh-huh
Oh, that's the way, uh-huh, uh-huh
I like it, uh-huh, uh-huh
That's the way, uh-huh, uh-huh
I like it, uh-huh, uh-huh
That's the way, uh-huh, uh-huh
I like it, uh-huh, uh-huh
That's the way, uh-huh, uh-huh
I like it, uh-huh, uh-huh
The lyrics to Y.S. & The Sunshine Band's song That's The Way are about the singer's love for their partner's affection and intimacy. The repetition of the phrases "that's the way, uh-huh, uh-huh" and "I like it, uh-huh, uh-huh" emphasize the satisfaction and enjoyment that the singer feels when they are with their partner. The lyrics describe the singer's desire for physical touch and romantic gestures, such as being held and whispered to. Overall, the song celebrates the joy and pleasure of being in a loving relationship.
The upbeat, danceable nature of the song served as a reflection of the disco era that it was released in. The repetitive nature of the lyrics and melody made the song easy to dance to and a popular choice at disco clubs. The song became a big hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and earning a Grammy nomination for Best R&B Performance.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, that's the way, uh-huh uh-huh
Expressing satisfaction with a situation or action being described
I like it, uh-huh, uh-huh
I am pleased or satisfied with the way things are happening
When you take me by the hand
When you guide me and lead the way
Tell me I'm your loving man
Declare your affection and commitment to me
When you give me all your love
When you share your affection and emotional connection with me
And do it the very best you can
Put all your effort and skill into expressing your love
When I get to be in your arms
When I am close to you and experiencing physical closeness
When we're all all alone
When there are no distractions or interruptions around us
When you whisper sweet in my ear
When you share intimate and endearing words with me privately
When you turn, turn me on
When you arouse my desire and passion
Babe, oh babe (that's the way, uh-huh, that's the way, uh-huh)
Referring to my significant other, and expressing my satisfaction with the way they behave and treat me
That's the way, uh-huh, uh-huh
That is the desirable or preferable way, and I am pleased or satisfied with it
I like it, uh-huh, uh-huh
I am pleased or satisfied with the way things are happening
Lyrics © Ultra Tunes, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Richard Raymond Finch, Harry Casey
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@odysseusbaltazar814
No hate, no racism, no shaming, just grooving.
@VastKrutEmpire
That's the most danceable energy that can possibly be packed into three minutes. This song will never get old. There will never be a generation that can resist dancing to it.
@ThunderCats1985
Agreed! This came out when I was born, so GenX here. I LOVE it!!
@CJ_7519
@@ThunderCats1985, what month were you born?
@nelsonmonsanto9346
Es del 1974, estamos en el 2022, hace ya 48 años, y gusta e invita a bailar !!!🤗
@miguelmorenogomez1394
@@ThunderCats1985 b1
@jillwehner603
Fact
@dm19609721
This is not a band! It's a full blown orchestra! Still love it +48 yrs later
@DANIELLE_BREANNA_LACY
Maybe so, but they’re the ones who put “Band” in their name.
@fjones
Me too. 🎉listening on the bus on this sunny day here in London.
Miss those funky youthful musical days💃🎊🕺👌😁👌