Gaslight Romance
the electro swingers Lyrics


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You're the cream in my coffee,
you're the salt in my stew,
you will always be my necessity,
I'll be lost without you.

You're the starch in my color,
you're the lace in my shoes,
you will always be my necessity,
I'll be lost without you.

(babble)

You're the stair on my love ball,
you're the captain and crew,
you will always be my necessity,
I'll be lost without you.

You're the cream in my coffee,
you're the salt in my stew,
you will always be my necessity,
I'll be lost without you.

You're the starch in my color,
you're the lace in my shoes,
you will always be my necessity,
I'll be lost without you.

(babble)

You're the stair on my love ball,
you're the captain and crew,




you will always be my necessity,
I'll be lost without you.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Gaslight Romance by The Electro Swingers describe the strong sense of reliance upon a partner who completes and enhances one's life. The song uses a series of comparisons to show that the subject of the song is an essential part of the singer's life. The expressions "You're the cream in my coffee," "you're the salt in my stew," "you're the starch in my collar," and "you're the lace in my shoes" illustrate how the character's partner is integral to every aspect of their existence.


The verse "You're the stair on my love ball, you're the captain and crew," amplifies the importance of the partner. This brings to mind the idea of a ship's captain and crew being indispensable for the ship's proper operation, and also the idea of a love ball, representing a ballroom dance event that requires a partner to execute the steps together. Overall, the song portrays the idea of a gaslight romance, a relationship predating electricity and modern technology that relies solely on the emotional connection between the partners.


Line by Line Meaning

You're the cream in my coffee,
You are the element that gives my life its richness and fullness.


you're the salt in my stew,
You add the necessary flavor to my life and without you, it is bland.


you will always be my necessity,
You are essential to my being and existence.


I'll be lost without you.
I cannot imagine my life without you and would feel directionless and incomplete.


You're the starch in my color,
You are the foundation of who I am, adding strength and structure to my identity.


you're the lace in my shoes,
You are the intricate details that enhance and complement my personality.


You're the stair on my love ball,
You are the support and foundation upon which my love and relationships are built.


you're the captain and crew,
You lead and navigate our journey together, taking charge and working alongside me.


you will always be my necessity,
You are indispensable and crucial to my life and well-being.


I'll be lost without you.
Without you, I would be aimless and lacking in purpose.




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