More songs by Elliot James Reay
Description
A track about a dance that got out of control - like desire, like a secret, like a life that doesn't fit into a calm relationship and the rules of propriety. Who would have known that two steps to the left at the right beat could confuse feelings more than dozens of conversations? This isn't about betrayal, it's about freedom breaking through loyalty and dress codes. Bass, bourbon, and a hint of guilt on your heels - and suddenly the dance floor becomes a confessional, and every step is a little “I'm sorry, but I'm alive.”
Lyrics and translation
Original
My baby’s asking where I’ve been
Said I’ve been flirting with the wind
My baby’s asking where I’ve been
Came home shaking shivering
My baby’s got me in a spin
I don’t know if I’ll ever win
Oh ‘cause it’s too much of a risk
To tell her who my Jackie is
(who my jackie, who my jackie is)
My soul is wearing thin
Who knew that dancing was a sin
Chorus
Who knew, who knew, that dancing was a sin (x4)
My baby wants me home and dry
My left foot wants me up all night
Sweet Tammi’s keeping track of time
While I’m two steppin on the line.
(I’m two steppin, steppin on the line)
My soul is wearing thin
Who knew that dancing was a sin
Chorus
Who knew, who knew, that dancing was a sin (x4)
Breakdown
Let me tell you a little somethin about it
She been tryna tie me down for a real long time
She don’t move like this moves me
She’s nice and all, but you know what
It’s a shame she doesn’t get it
A shame she doesn’t see
It don’t make me a traitor
And it don’t make me cheat
You can try to stop the music
But you can’t stop my feet
Just give me a bourbon
A bass line and a beat
My soul is wearing thin
Who knew that dancing was a sin
Oh my soul is wearing thin
Who knew that dancing was a sin
Who knew, who knew, that dancing was a sin (x8)