About the song
There’s something magnetic about Toby Keith’s “You Shouldn’t Kiss Me Like This”. Released in 2000 as part of his album “How Do You Like Me Now?!”, this song captures the sweet tension and unspoken emotions that often simmer just beneath the surface of a close friendship. It’s a slow, sultry ballad that pulls listeners into a story they can’t help but get lost in.
At its heart, the song tells of two people who have been dancing around their feelings for far too long. One impulsive kiss threatens to change everything between them. With warm guitar strums and Keith’s signature deep, resonant voice, “You Shouldn’t Kiss Me Like This” feels both intimate and universal. You can almost feel the electricity in the air as Keith sings, “If you’re gonna kiss me like that, you better be ready to act.” It’s a line that perfectly captures the vulnerability and excitement of crossing that invisible line between friends and lovers.
Musically, the song leans into a classic country ballad style, with a soft, steady rhythm that mirrors the heartbeat of someone caught in a whirlwind of unexpected emotion. Keith’s delivery is tender but powerful, making it easy to believe every word he says. It’s not just a love song—it’s a moment suspended in time, where hesitation and longing collide.
The beauty of “You Shouldn’t Kiss Me Like This” lies in its relatability. Almost everyone has experienced a moment when friendship threatened to tip into something more, and Keith taps into that delicate uncertainty with remarkable authenticity. His storytelling feels personal, yet it speaks to a universal human experience.
Even years after its release, this song remains a favorite for fans of romantic country music. It’s a perfect slow-dance anthem, a reminder of how one simple kiss can change everything. Toby Keith masterfully captures the fragile magic of new love, making “You Shouldn’t Kiss Me Like This” a timeless addition to any country playlist.
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Lyrics
I got a funny feelin’
The moment that your lips touched mine
Somethin’ shot right through me
My heart skipped a beat in time
There’s a different feel about you tonight
It’s got me thinkin’ lots of crazy things
I even think I saw a flash of light
It felt like electricity
You shouldn’t kiss me like this, unless you mean it like that
‘Cause I’ll just close my eyes and I won’t know where I’m at
We’ll get lost on this dance floor, spinnin’ around
And around and around and around
They’re all watching us now, they think we’re fallin’ in love
They’d never believe we’re just friends
When you kiss me like this, I think you mean it like that
If you do, baby, kiss me again
Everybody swears we make the perfect pair
But dancing is as far as it goes
Girl, you’ve never moved me
Quite the way you moved me tonight
I just wanted you to know
I just wanted you to know
You shouldn’t kiss me like this, unless you mean it like that
‘Cause I’ll just close my eyes and I won’t know where I’m at
And we’ll get lost on this dance floor, spinning around
And around and around and around
They’re all watching us now, they think we’re fallin’ in love
They’d never believe we’re just friends
When you kiss me like this, I think you mean it like that
If you do, baby, kiss me again
Kiss me again
