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 like doo-wop and the blues
I like heavy metal songs
Tell me why I got to choose
Which side of your fence I'm on?
Are you with me, or are you leaving?
Are you argumentative?
You all want some true believin;, why'd you act so t-t-tenative?
Don't you act so sentimental, kid you've got some nerve.
The reason I like the instrumentals is cause they haven't got any words.
(doo-wop-wop-wop)
Penny for your thoughts, music for your money
(doo-wop-wop-wop)
Show me what you got, play it for me honey
I like Johnny Walker Red, I like being juxtaposed.
I like seeing Johnny's dad wearing Johnny's mother's clothes.
I like the prince and you like the king, we both like the way Freddie Mercury sings.
We're in too deep to call this thing a fling, so which one of you's gonna let me swing?
Don't you act so sentimental, kid you've got some nerve.
The reason I like the instrumentals is cause they haven't got any words. Yeah!
(doo-wop-wop-wop)
Penny for your thoughts, music for your money
(doo-wop-wop-wop)
Show me what you got, play it for me honey
(doo-wop-wop-wop)
Penny for your thoughts, music for your money
(doo-wop-wop-wop)
Show me what you got, play it for me honey
I'd like to take this opportunity to say:
You can be a man of faith, or you can be a hired gun.
You be 1988, and I'll be 1941.
Quit acting like a momma's boy, instead of your father's son.
(doo-wop-wop-wop)
Penny for your thoughts, music for your money
(doo-wop-wop-wop)
Show me what you got, play it for me honey
(doo-wop-wop-wop)
Penny for your thoughts, music for your money
(doo-wop-wop-wop)
Show me what you got, play it for me honey
I like heavy metal songs
Tell me why I got to choose
Which side of your fence I'm on?
Are you with me, or are you leaving?
Are you argumentative?
You all want some true believin;, why'd you act so t-t-tenative?
Don't you act so sentimental, kid you've got some nerve.
The reason I like the instrumentals is cause they haven't got any words.
(doo-wop-wop-wop)
Penny for your thoughts, music for your money
(doo-wop-wop-wop)
Show me what you got, play it for me honey
I like Johnny Walker Red, I like being juxtaposed.
I like seeing Johnny's dad wearing Johnny's mother's clothes.
I like the prince and you like the king, we both like the way Freddie Mercury sings.
We're in too deep to call this thing a fling, so which one of you's gonna let me swing?
Don't you act so sentimental, kid you've got some nerve.
The reason I like the instrumentals is cause they haven't got any words. Yeah!
(doo-wop-wop-wop)
Penny for your thoughts, music for your money
(doo-wop-wop-wop)
Show me what you got, play it for me honey
(doo-wop-wop-wop)
Penny for your thoughts, music for your money
(doo-wop-wop-wop)
Show me what you got, play it for me honey
I'd like to take this opportunity to say:
You can be a man of faith, or you can be a hired gun.
You be 1988, and I'll be 1941.
Quit acting like a momma's boy, instead of your father's son.
(doo-wop-wop-wop)
Penny for your thoughts, music for your money
(doo-wop-wop-wop)
Show me what you got, play it for me honey
(doo-wop-wop-wop)
Penny for your thoughts, music for your money
(doo-wop-wop-wop)
Show me what you got, play it for me honey
Lyrics submitted by rob_stalker
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Another correction: I like Johnny Walker Red, I like being juxtapose.