Body Wishes
Rod Stewart · Body Wishes [1983]
as the oldest game's gettin' underway
on the minds of a million people body wishes
So you climb on the carousel and take a chance
the same old ritual the same old dance
The hardest thing to resist is body wishes
If the fire down below's gettin worse and worse
you're so close to shootin' that you want to burst
Somebody's sponge needs squeezin' body wishes
What do I say
Nobody gonna tell ya
Where do I go
Somewhere someone'll have ya
Who do I tell
Anybody that'll listen
No one should know
Won't solve the problem
Body wishes, body wishes
Body wishes, body wishes
Away in the distance a baby cries
but you know somebody's by her side
The night drags on forever body wishes
You can hear the tickin' of a lonely clock
the howlin' wind that just won't stop
Somebody's cherries need pickin' body wishes
What do I say
Nobody gonna tell ya
Where do I go
Somewhere someone'll have ya
Who do I tell
Anybody that'll listen
No one should know
Won't solve the problem
It'll tear you apart like an angry sea
keep you warm like a summer breeze
It's all we've got in a cold cold world
is to love someone
Body wishes, body wishes
Somethings happenin' in the air
It feels so close but you don't know where
The poorest people's riches body wishes
And the cheatin' hearts never learn
Someday somewhere gonna be your turn
Don't start what you can't finish body wishes
What do I say
Nobody gonna tell ya
Where do I go
Somewhere someone'll have ya
Who do I tell
Anybody that'll listen
No one should know
That won't solve the problem
Where do I run
Anywhere that'll hide ya
Who'll be the one
Yeah
Body wishes, body wishes
Body wishes, body wishes
Body wishes, body wishes
Body wishes, body wishes
Body wishes, body wishes
About Body Wishes
Rod Stewart's "Body Wishes" stands as a defining track from his 1983 album of the same name, showcasing his mastery of rock and roll during a period where he seamlessly blended classic rock energy with mature songwriting. Released in the early 1980s, the recording captures Stewart's signature vocal style, characterized by a blend of grit and melodic warmth that became a hallmark of his career. The song reflects the era's shift toward more introspective rock ballads while maintaining the driving rhythm and attitude that defined his earlier work. It serves as a testament to his ability to evolve his sound without losing the authentic voice that made him a global icon. As part of his extensive discography, "Body Wishes" remains a staple for fans of his catalog, illustrating his continued relevance and artistic depth throughout the decade.