Under Pressure
jazzinuf Lyrics
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Cause I want you
Boy I need you (need you)
I'm asking you
Don't do me this way (don't)
Tempted cause I love you
Boy I need you (need you)
I'm asking you
Don't do me this way
Don't do me this way
Don't do me this way
Don't do me this way
Tempted cause I love you
Cause I want you
Boy I need you (need you)
I'm asking you
Don't do me this way
Tempted cause I love you
Cause I want you
Boy I need you (need you)
I'm asking you
Don't do me this way
Don't do me this way
Don't do me this way
Don't do me this way
The lyrics of Jazzinuf's song "Under Pressure" have a simple yet powerful message. The singer is professing their love and need for someone who they fear may be tempted to stray or hurt them. The repetition of the phrase "Tempted cause I love you, cause I want you, boy I need you" emphasizes the depth of the singer's feelings and their vulnerability. The phrase "Don't do me this way" is a plea to the other person to not succumb to those temptations and to not hurt the singer.
Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of urgency and desperation, as the singer is willing to do anything to keep the other person by their side. The repeated lines highlight the power of love and the fear of losing someone to outside forces. The song's simple structure and catchy melody emphasize the emotional core of the lyrics, making it a relatable and engaging listen.
Line by Line Meaning
Tempted cause I love you
I'm feeling tempted to give in to my desires because I love and care for you deeply.
Cause I want you
I have a strong desire to be with you in a romantic way.
Boy I need you (need you)
You are an essential part of my life, and I require your presence and love.
I'm asking you
I am pleading with you to listen to me and understand my feelings.
Don't do me this way (don't)
Please don't treat me poorly or hurt me emotionally, as it would be devastating to me.
Don't do me this way
I am emphasizing my request for you to not hurt me or treat me unfairly.
Don't do me this way
I am repeating my plea to be treated with respect and kindness in our relationship.
Don't do me this way
I am once again emphasizing that I cannot handle being treated poorly in our relationship.
Tempted cause I love you
My undying love for you is causing me to consider acting on my impulses.
Cause I want you
I have a strong desire to be with you in a romantic way, which is leading me to feel tempted to act on my feelings.
Boy I need you (need you)
You are such an important part of my life, and I cannot imagine living without you.
I'm asking you
Once again, I am requesting your understanding and consideration in dealing with my feelings for you.
Don't do me this way
I am making it clear that I will not tolerate being treated poorly or unfairly by you.
Don't do me this way
I am enforcing my boundaries and expectations for how I deserve to be treated in our relationship.
Don't do me this way
I am firmly asserting that I cannot handle being mistreated or disrespected by you in any way.
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