Passionate Kisses
Lucinda Williams
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Is it too much to ask? I want a comfortable bed that won't hurt my back Food to fill me up And warm clothes and all that stuff Shouldn't I have this, Shouldn't I have this? Shouldn't I have all of this, and Passionate kisses Passionate kisses, whoa ohh oh Passionate kisses from you Is it much to demand I want a full house and a rock and roll band Pens that won't run out of ink And cool quiet and time to think Shouldn't I have this, Shouldn't I have this? Shouldn't I have all of this, and Passionate kisses Passionate kisses, whoa oh oh Passionate kisses from you Do I want too much? Am I going overboard to want that touch? I shouted out to the night Give me what I deserve 'cause is my right Shouldn't I have this, Shouldn't I have this? Shouldn't I have all of this, and Passionate kisses Passionate kisses, whoa ohh oh Passionate kisses from you Passionate kisses Passionate kisses, whoa ohh oh Passionate kisses from you
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Written by: Lucinda Williams
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10 facts about this song
Release and Reception"Passionate Kisses" was released in 1988 as part of Lucinda Williams' self-titled third studio album. It was well received and has been described as a turning point in her career.
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Cover VersionThe song was famously covered by Mary Chapin Carpenter in 1992, and it became a top-five hit on the U.S. Country chart in 1993.
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Grammy Award SuccessLucinda Williams won her first Grammy Award for Best Country Song for "Passionate Kisses" in 1994, although it was attributed to the Mary Chapin Carpenter rendition.
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SongwritingIn the song, Williams questions whether it's too much to ask for simple joys in life such as "passionate kisses from you". The introspective, hopeful lyrics helped establish her signature style as a songwriter.
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Genre Blend"Passionate Kisses" is often praised for its mixture of country and rock music, showcasing Lucinda Williams' ability to blend genres with ease.
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Music VideoThe music video for Mary Chapin Carpenter’s version received heavy rotation on CMT and VH1, further pushing the song into the public's consciousness.
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Critical AcclaimRolling Stone ranked "Passionate Kisses" as part of their 2014 list, "The 100 Greatest Country Songs of All Time".
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Emerging PopularityAlthough Lucinda Williams had been releasing music since the late 1970s, "Passionate Kisses" helped her gain exposure beyond her core fan base and broadened her sociodemographic appeal.
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Cultural ImpactWilliams' songwriting impacted not just the music industry but also pop culture, as "Passionate Kisses" has been covered and referenced in several TV films and shows.
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InspirationLucinda Williams once mentioned that the song was inspired by a relationship she was in at the time of writing. Her ability to adapt personal experiences into universally appealing lyrics is one of her hallmarks as a songwriter.
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