Affection (Is A Touchy Subject)
King Crimson · Other Songs - King Crimson
Boxed up your emotions,
Taped 'em up real good.
Tucked 'em up in some closet space,
Where i kinda figured you would.
Stole the key to your closet,
Intent on finding you out.
Opened up your box,
And this is what it was all about.
Seems that i don't love you,
Like i used to do.
But touchin' and lovin' and kissin' and huggin',
Ain't something we can't renew.
'cause baby affection is a touchy subject.
(repeat)
So my moves were premeditated,
I'd start with a kiss on the cheek.
And if that went well i'd give you a hug that you'd feel all week.
Sneak up behind you quietly to get you all shook up.
And i'd open my bottle of love and pour you more than just one cup!
And then if i don't love you,
Like i used to do.
But touchin' and lovin' and kissin' and huggin',
Ain't something we can't renew.
'cause baby affection is a touchy subject.
(repeat)
Taped 'em up real good.
Tucked 'em up in some closet space,
Where i kinda figured you would.
Stole the key to your closet,
Intent on finding you out.
Opened up your box,
And this is what it was all about.
Seems that i don't love you,
Like i used to do.
But touchin' and lovin' and kissin' and huggin',
Ain't something we can't renew.
'cause baby affection is a touchy subject.
(repeat)
So my moves were premeditated,
I'd start with a kiss on the cheek.
And if that went well i'd give you a hug that you'd feel all week.
Sneak up behind you quietly to get you all shook up.
And i'd open my bottle of love and pour you more than just one cup!
And then if i don't love you,
Like i used to do.
But touchin' and lovin' and kissin' and huggin',
Ain't something we can't renew.
'cause baby affection is a touchy subject.
(repeat)
Affection (Is A Touchy Subject) - King Crimson
Released in 1983 on the album *Discipline*, this track stands as a pivotal moment in King Crimson's late-period evolution. The song features a distinctive arrangement that blends progressive rock structures with elements of jazz fusion and new wave, reflecting the band's ongoing experimentation during the mid-1980s. With lyrics exploring the complexities of romantic relationships, the piece showcases the group's ability to merge intricate instrumentation with introspective themes. It remains a notable example of the era's progressive sound, characterized by its dynamic shifts and complex harmonies that defined the band's catalog during this specific creative phase.