I don't think it's necessarily about sex. It's about wanting to start the day with some love and affection. Maybe a warm cuddle. I'm not alone in interpreting it that way! For example:
"'Just a Little Lovin’ is a timeless country song originally recorded by Eddy Arnold in 1954. The song, written by Eddie Miller and Jimmy Campbell, explores the delicate nuances of love and showcases Arnold’s emotive vocals. It delves into the universal theme of love and how even the smallest gesture of affection can have a profound impact on our lives." https://oldtimemusic.com/the-meaning-behind-the-song-just-a-little-lovin-by-eddy-arnold/
I know you got the hummer for the summer baby
But I got your number baby
I got your number baby
I was trying to protect you from yourself
'Cause I respect you
And I feel like you just might
Be some one who I could get into
But I never seem to catch your eye
And it's been buggin' me why I even try
Still you're someone I'd like to get to know
Is there room for me in your one-man show
[Chorus:]
A car this fine don't pass your way everyday
Don't cha want to ride baby
Don't cha want to ride baby
A car this fine don't pass your way everyday
Don't cha want to ride baby
Don't cha want to ride baby
Time is slipping by, by, by
Slipping by
I was trying to connect with you
But you acted scared when I'm checkin you
And all my girls say you're hard to please
But I think that I got just what you need
Get your face out of the mirror
Then maybe you could consider
This girl who's knockin' right at your door
Make room for me in your one-man show
[Chorus]
I know you got the hummer for the summer baby
But I got your number baby
I got your number baby
I know where you live
I know all 'bout your crib
But do you know that they can't give you what I give
[Chorus]
But I got your number baby
I got your number baby
I was trying to protect you from yourself
'Cause I respect you
And I feel like you just might
Be some one who I could get into
But I never seem to catch your eye
And it's been buggin' me why I even try
Still you're someone I'd like to get to know
Is there room for me in your one-man show
[Chorus:]
A car this fine don't pass your way everyday
Don't cha want to ride baby
Don't cha want to ride baby
A car this fine don't pass your way everyday
Don't cha want to ride baby
Don't cha want to ride baby
Time is slipping by, by, by
Slipping by
I was trying to connect with you
But you acted scared when I'm checkin you
And all my girls say you're hard to please
But I think that I got just what you need
Get your face out of the mirror
Then maybe you could consider
This girl who's knockin' right at your door
Make room for me in your one-man show
[Chorus]
I know you got the hummer for the summer baby
But I got your number baby
I got your number baby
I know where you live
I know all 'bout your crib
But do you know that they can't give you what I give
[Chorus]
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The beat and lyrics are so mellow and smooth, that it just makes me want to close my eyes and start dancing.