Slightly Used
Wynn Stewart · Other Songs - Wynn Stewart
I'm the kind they've warned you of, I've slipped a time or two
The stories you just can't believe though I'm guilty as accused
I've still got my pride, slightly used
It's been slightly used, but it still hurts to love and lose
It's been slightly used, but it still hurts to cry the blues
If you still want this heart of mine, than it belongs to you
With all my love, slightly used
Our destiny's are not the same, I'm bad and you're so good
One of us would have to change, I don't know if I could
And if I fail I'd drag you down, until your pride refused
Then you'd be like me, slightly used
Oh I've been slightly used but it still hurts to love and lose
I've been slightly used, but it still hurts to cry the blues
If you still want this heart of mine, than it belongs to you
With all my love, slightly used
Slightly Used
Wynn Stewart's 'Slightly Used' stands as a defining track within the electro-funk and new wave landscape of the 1980s. Released during a prolific period for the artist, the song exemplifies the genre's signature blend of synthesizers, driving basslines, and rhythmic complexity. Stewart's vocal delivery in this recording is characterized by a cool, detached demeanor that contrasts with the song's energetic instrumentation, creating a signature sound that became central to his discography. The track reflects the era's fascination with urban nightlife and the intersection of electronic music with traditional funk rhythms. As a staple of Stewart's catalog, 'Slightly Used' remains a key reference point for fans of the genre, showcasing his ability to craft memorable hooks and atmospheric soundscapes that have influenced subsequent acts in electro-funk and new wave. Its enduring appeal lies in its tight production and the seamless integration of Stewart's vocal style with the driving electronic beats.