I light a candle
In the garden of love
To blind the angels
Looking down from above
I want, I need
The fruit of your vine
It tastes so bitter sweet
‘Cause I know it’s not mine
I want to come inside
Hit the lights
And I’ll come crawling to your window tonight
Come on and send the sign
I’ll be your dirty little secret and you’ll be mine
You got me knock knock knocking at your door
And I’ll be coming back for more
We made a promise and we keep it
Our dirty little secret
We act like strangers
When you’re holding his hand
‘Cause there’s a danger
That we both understand
We run like thieves
Through the temple of sin
‘Til we fall on our knees then you go back to him
I want to feel alive
Hit the lights
And I’ll come crawling to your window tonight
Come on and send the sign
I’ll be your dirty little secret and you’ll be mine
You got me knock knock knocking at your door
And I’ll be coming back for more
We made a promise and we keep it
Our dirty little secret
Hit the lights
And I’ll come crawling to your window tonight
Come on and send the sign
I’ll be your dirty little secret and you’ll be mine
You got me knock knock knocking at your door
And I’ll be coming back for more
We made a promise and we keep it
Our dirty little secret
Our dirty little secret
Our dirty little secret
Our dirty little secret
Our dirty little secret
Exploring Forbidden Love in “Dirty Little Secret”
Bon Jovi’s “Dirty Little Secret” delves into the complexity and allure of forbidden romance. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of two lovers entangled in a clandestine affair, balancing desire with secrecy. The imagery of lighting a candle “in the garden of love” and sneaking through the night underscores both the passion and the risks involved. The song captures the thrill and guilt that come with keeping a relationship hidden, with repeated references to promises, temptation, and the ever-present danger of being discovered. Through evocative lines and a driving melody, Bon Jovi invites listeners to reflect on the fine line between love and secrecy.
Song Credits
“Dirty Little Secret” is performed by Bon Jovi. The song was written by Jon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora, and Billy Falcon. It was released in 2005 on the album “Have a Nice Day” under Island Records.