When I Lay My Hands On You
Prince · Other Songs - Prince
Should only be accessed in the privacy of your mind
Words are intense so my dear if you dare to listen
Take off your clothes
And Meet me between the lines
Are you ready for the touch that makes you go insane
Breast to lips to cheek to mane
I'll pull your hair, you'll feel no pain
Are you ready for the only forever we'll both obtain
The only joy in this forsaken game
You'll feel ashamed and ordained
When I lay my hands on you
The touch you're about to feel is the one you've been wishin' for
It's been here like an echo inside your space and time
It's about to get freaky cause the places that I'll be kissin'
Are the places that no other man could ever find
Oh wind up ready for...
The touch that makes you go insane
Breast to lips to cheek to mane
I'll pull your hair, you'll feel no pain
Are you ready for the only forever we'll both obtain
The only joy in this forsaken game (God forbid)
You'll feel ashamed and ordained (God forbid)
When I lay my hands on you
Nobody knows
Like God knows
Where the deepest part of your river flows
Snap Snap
Undo these nylon hose
Around your thigh my finger goes slowly
Like a cat tip-toes
Until I reach the cat's nose
I will touch thee in the softest manner
Like Europa in the hands of Santana
Are you ready for the touch that makes you go insane
Breast to lips to cheek to mane
I'll pull your hair, you'll feel no pain
Are you ready for the only forever we'll both obtain
The only joy in this forsaken game
You'll feel ashamed and ordained
When I lay my hands on you
When I lay my hands on you
When I Lay My Hands On You
Released in 1996, this track by Prince stands as a quintessential example of his late-career evolution, blending R&B sensibilities with his signature theatrical flair. The recording features his characteristic falsetto and intricate guitar work, characteristic of the era following his transition from The Revolution to a more solo-focused output. While often associated with the *Emancipation* album, the song's placement in various compilations highlights its enduring appeal within his discography. It captures the raw energy and vulnerability that defined Prince's final years, showcasing his ability to merge personal expression with polished production. The track remains a staple in his catalog, reflecting his continued mastery of rhythm and melody long after his initial rise to fame.