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/
Words are flowing out like endless rain into a paper cup
They slither while they pass, they slip away across the universe
Pools of sorrow, waves of joy are drifting through my opened mind
Possessing and caressing me
Jai guru deva om
Nothing's gonna change my world
Nothing's gonna change my world
Images of broken light which dance before me like a million eyes
That call me on and on across the universe
Thoughts meander like a restless wind inside a letter box
They stumble blindly as they make their way across the universe
Jai guru deva om
Nothing's gonna change my world
Nothing's gonna change my world
Sounds of laughter, shades of earth, are ringing through my open mind
Inciting and inviting me
Limitless undying love which shines around me like a million suns
And calls me on and on across the universe
Jai guru deva om
Nothing's gonna change my world
Nothing's gonna change my world
They slither while they pass, they slip away across the universe
Pools of sorrow, waves of joy are drifting through my opened mind
Possessing and caressing me
Jai guru deva om
Nothing's gonna change my world
Nothing's gonna change my world
Images of broken light which dance before me like a million eyes
That call me on and on across the universe
Thoughts meander like a restless wind inside a letter box
They stumble blindly as they make their way across the universe
Jai guru deva om
Nothing's gonna change my world
Nothing's gonna change my world
Sounds of laughter, shades of earth, are ringing through my open mind
Inciting and inviting me
Limitless undying love which shines around me like a million suns
And calls me on and on across the universe
Jai guru deva om
Nothing's gonna change my world
Nothing's gonna change my world
Lyrics submitted by I Shoot Starz
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i think rufus did a wonderful job covering it and it is an awesome, powerful song...
I think Rufus did it better than The Beatles. As much as I listen to the beatles (for amusement mostly), I think Rufus did a better job. This song is awesome.
this is a beatles song! a brilliant one at that. but rufus does do quite the classy cover.
Yup. Definately a cover. But hey, this is my all time favorite Beatles song, so I pay respect to whomever can cover it-and do it well. Which he has done quite well indeed. ;)
awesome indeed.
Tell your friends about Rufus ladies and gentlemen because this guy is going to the very top :)
this is the GREATEST cover of "across the universe" i have ever heard... YEAH that's right all you fiona apple fans who think her version is great... welll CHECK THIS OUT. it's soo good. yum. i heard it on the John Lennon special when rufus (which is a horrible human name... should be a dog name) played it w/ sean lennon... and WOW. then rufus (woof woof) released it on his own and... it's FABOO!
i'm laughing at pomegranatesROCK's comment about rufus' name. that's what i'm naming my karin terrier when i get him. ha. but anyway, this is an AMAZING cover. just as good as the beatles version. i love the emotion rufus puts into each and every word..he really paints a picture with his voice.
awesome
This is an awesome song, it was on the 'I Am Sam' soundtrack, and if anyone hasn't bought it yet, BUY IT, if you're a Beatles fan. The whole album is Beatles covers, and I have to say that this is one of my favorites on the album! :)