Sneaky Feelings

Elvis Costello · Elvis Costello Limited Edition Collector's Box Set - Amazon.Com E [2007]

Now everybody's breakin' up somebody else's home

Before somebody else starts breaking up their own

I get you in my dreams

You should hear the things you say

It's not that it's so much fun but it's safer that way

Sneaky feeling, sneaky feelings

You can't let those kind of feeling show

I'd like to get right through the way I feel for you

But I've still got a long way to go

Why don't we call it a day, and we can both confess

You can force me to use a little tenderness

White lies, alibis, anything but say that it's true

Now we could sit like lovers, staring in each other's eyes

But the magic of the moment might become too much for you

Sneaky feeling, sneaky feelings

You can't let those kind of feeling show

I'd like to get right through the way I feel for you

But I've still got a long way to go

Sneaky Feelings

Sneaky Feelings stands as a defining track from Elvis Costello's early punk and new wave period, showcasing his signature blend of sharp wit and melodic complexity. The song captures the artist's ability to weave intricate social commentary into accessible pop structures, a hallmark of his extensive discography. Recorded during a prolific era of experimentation, the track reflects Costello's restless energy and his willingness to explore darker emotional territories within a concise format. As part of a broader body of work that includes other notable recordings, this piece highlights the songwriter's enduring influence on modern rock. The recording remains a testament to his skill in balancing lyrical density with infectious rhythms, securing its place among the essential songs in his musical catalogue.