I interpret this as being sung by a woman (probably black) who is in love with a man (probably white), who, however, only considers her a friend, and dreams of finding his true love. They have just had sex, but she doesn't wish to cling to him or want him to stay all night, rather only until the glow wears off. As he sleeps, she speaks about her pain, wishing she had someone who would sympathize with her situation.
I interpret this as being sung by a woman (probably black) who is in love with a man (probably white), who, however, only considers her a friend, and dreams of finding his true love. They have just had sex, but she doesn't wish to cling to him or want him to stay all night, rather only until the glow wears off. As he sleeps, she speaks about her pain, wishing she had someone who would sympathize with her situation.