I love to look into your big brown eyes
They talk to me and seem to hypnotize
They say the things nobody dares to say
And I’m not about to let you fly away
My lover with no jet lag
We’re staying up all night in my sleeping bag
You got a heart-beatin’ rhythm from the subterranean
I really love you little girl
I don’t need to explain
I love you ’cause your deuces are wild, girl
Like a double shot of lovin’ so fine
I’ve been lovin’ you since you was a child, girl
‘Cause you and me is two of a kind
Ah, like deja vu I feel like I’ve been here
Or somewhere else but you’ve been always near
It’s you that’s in my dreams I’m beggin’ for
But I woke up when someone slammed the door
So hard I fell out of bed
Screamin’ mama’s little baby loves shortenin’ bread
And the moral of the story I can testify
I get stoned on you girl
That’s the best reason why
I love you ’cause your deuces are wild, girl
Like a double shot of lovin’ so fine
I’ve been lovin’ you since you was a child, girl
‘Cause you and me is two of a kind
Hypnotic Love and Wild Hearts
“Deuces Are Wild” by Aerosmith is a spirited ode to an irresistible love that feels both familiar and electrifying. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of infatuation, with the narrator captivated by their lover’s expressive eyes and free spirit. The phrase “deuces are wild” cleverly hints at unpredictability and excitement—just like in a card game, love is a gamble, and this relationship is anything but ordinary. The playful references to dreams, nostalgia, and the thrill of staying up all night add a youthful, almost reckless energy. Ultimately, the song celebrates a connection that is rare and exhilarating, suggesting that the two lovers are perfectly matched in their wildness.
Song Credits
- Artist: Aerosmith
- Songwriters: Steven Tyler, Jim Vallance
- Release Year: 1994
- Label: Geffen Records