All over, deep under my skin
You got me so emotional
We had somethin’ that never happened
If only we had lost control
Both got the feelin’
Hit like karate
Had boyfriends and girlfriends
We wanted to touch, but we could never make any moves
Both got the feelin’
Guilty desire
Your body, my body
We were close, but still so far away
When the lights go out, when the lights go out
Will you be there?
When I lay you down, when I lay you down
Down in my bed
Tellin’ right from wrong, tellin’ right from wrong
All this self control is so emotional
Yeah, it’s so emotional
All over, deep under my skin
You got me so emotional
We had somethin’ that never happened
If only we had lost control
Oh-oh-oh-oh, so emotional
Oh-oh-oh-oh, so emotional
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh, so emotional
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh, so emotional
The car in the driveway
The questions in her mouth
This secret is risky
So we have to keep all these fantasies to ourselves
Clothes on the carpet
Over at my house
I wish we could do it
We came so close, but still we push away
When the lights go out, when the lights go out
Will you be there?
When I lay you down, when I lay you down
Down in my bed
Tellin’ right from wrong, tellin’ right from wrong
All this self control is so emotional
Yeah, it’s so emotional
All over
Deep under my skin
You got me so emotional
We had somethin’ that never happened
If only we had lost control
Oh-oh-oh-oh, so emotional
Oh-oh-oh-oh, so emotional
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh, so emotional
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh, so emotional
Oh-oh-oh-oh, so emotional
Oh-oh-oh-oh, so emotional
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh, so emotional
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh
When the lights go out, when the lights go out
Will you be there?
When I lay you down, when I lay you down
Down in my bed
Tellin’ right from wrong, tellin’ right from wrong
All this self control is so emotional
Yeah, it’s so emotional
All over
Deep under my skin
You got me so emotional
We had somethin’ that never happened
If only we had lost control
Oh-oh-oh-oh, so emotional
Oh-oh-oh-oh, so emotional
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh, so emotional
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh, so emotional
(You got me so emotional)
Oh-oh-oh-oh, so emotional
Oh-oh-oh-oh, so emotional
Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh, so emotional
Yeah, it’s so emotional
Longing and Unspoken Desire
“Emotional” by Charli XCX explores the intense feelings that arise from a complicated, unfulfilled relationship. The lyrics paint a picture of longing and restraint—two people are drawn to each other but held back by circumstances and the fear of losing control. The repetition of being “so emotional” highlights the inner turmoil and vulnerability that comes with wanting something that can’t quite happen. The vivid imagery of secret meetings and the tension between right and wrong pull listeners into the emotional struggle, making the song both relatable and captivating.
The Power of Self-Control
Throughout the song, Charli XCX delves into the theme of self-control versus desire. The push and pull between acting on feelings and holding back adds an intense emotional layer, capturing the bittersweet nature of missed opportunities. The chorus, with its questioning and yearning, underscores the weight of what could have been, resonating with anyone who has ever experienced a similar emotional crossroads.
Song Credits
- Artist: Charli XCX
- Release Year: 2017
- Label: Asylum Records