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/
Whatever you want
Whatever turns you on
Whatever you want
To fix whatever's wrong
I want to go to where the parties are
Where all my friends are tending bar
Oh yeah
Whatever turns you on
What can I say that you can't say better?
What can I tell you?
Whatever you want
Whatever turns you on
Whatever you want
Coming right along
Shaking hands and all things lame
Kissin' ass and taking names
Oh yeah
Whatever turns you on
I know a thing about a thing or two
But what can I tell you?
A thing or two about a thing or two
But what can I tell you?
Easily fooled and everything's cool
What can I tell you?
Caught between now and never
What can I tell you?
What can I say that you can't say better?
What can I tell you?
Whatever turns you on
Whatever you want
To fix whatever's wrong
I want to go to where the parties are
Where all my friends are tending bar
Oh yeah
Whatever turns you on
What can I say that you can't say better?
What can I tell you?
Whatever you want
Whatever turns you on
Whatever you want
Coming right along
Shaking hands and all things lame
Kissin' ass and taking names
Oh yeah
Whatever turns you on
I know a thing about a thing or two
But what can I tell you?
A thing or two about a thing or two
But what can I tell you?
Easily fooled and everything's cool
What can I tell you?
Caught between now and never
What can I tell you?
What can I say that you can't say better?
What can I tell you?
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What Can I Tell You? Lyrics as written by Joseph Daniles David Scott Lucas
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sentric Music
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