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/
She never had a break
He was always running late
Did she push too hard
Didn't mean to go that far
He never had no faith
Spent his whole life in the shade
He was never satisfied
He had a different frame of mind
She said
I want you for my own
I never see you anymore
You're always walking out that door
He said
I want some time alone
So don't wait
I'm not coming home
It's just an ordinary day?
Maybe it wasn't meant to be
I guess they didn't even see
Is this love to hard to mend
Is this where the story ends
Just another story told
As I watch it all unfold
It's another day of life
But it's gonna be alright
She said
I want you for my own
I never see you anymore
You're always walking out that door
He said
I want some time alone
So don't wait
I'm not coming home
It's just an ordinary day?
[Repeat chorus]
He was always running late
Did she push too hard
Didn't mean to go that far
He never had no faith
Spent his whole life in the shade
He was never satisfied
He had a different frame of mind
She said
I want you for my own
I never see you anymore
You're always walking out that door
He said
I want some time alone
So don't wait
I'm not coming home
It's just an ordinary day?
Maybe it wasn't meant to be
I guess they didn't even see
Is this love to hard to mend
Is this where the story ends
Just another story told
As I watch it all unfold
It's another day of life
But it's gonna be alright
She said
I want you for my own
I never see you anymore
You're always walking out that door
He said
I want some time alone
So don't wait
I'm not coming home
It's just an ordinary day?
[Repeat chorus]
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Ordinary Day Lyrics as written by Malcolm Pardon Fredrik Rinman
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