Then He Kissed Me

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Well, he walked up to me and he asked me if I wanted to dance.

He looked kinda nice and so I said I might take a chance.

When he danced he held me tight

And when he walked me home that night

All the stars were shining bright

And then he kissed me.

Each time I saw him I couldn't wait to see him again.

I wanted to let him know that he was more than a friend.

I didn't know just what to do

So I whispered I love you

And he said that he loved me too

And then he kissed me.

He kissed me in a way that I've never been kissed before,

He kissed me in a way that I wanna be kissed forever more.

I knew that he was mine so I gave him all the love that I had

And one day he took me home to meet his mom and dad.

Then he asked me to be his wife.

And always be right by his side.

I felt so happy I almost cried

And then he kissed me.

Then he asked me to be her wife

And always be right by his side.

I felt so happy I almost cried

And then he kissed me.

And then he kissed me.

And then he kissed me

Then He Kissed Me

Dusty Springfield's 1964 recording of 'Then He Kissed Me' stands as a defining moment in her career, blending soulful vocals with a sophisticated R&B arrangement. The track showcases her signature emotive delivery, transforming a simple romantic narrative into a poignant expression of longing and vulnerability. Released during the height of her international fame, the song exemplifies the polished pop-soul sound that characterized her work in the mid-1960s. It remains a staple of her discography, often cited alongside other classics like 'Son of a Preacher Man' as a testament to her ability to convey complex human emotions through music. The recording's enduring appeal lies in its timeless quality, capturing the essence of the era while establishing Springfield as a pivotal figure in the transition from British Invasion pop to American soul influence.