Shut Up and Kiss Me
Mary Chapin Carpenter
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Don't mean to get a little forward with you Don't mean to get ahead of where we are Don't mean to act a little nervous around you I'm just a little nervous about my heart 'cause It's been awhile since I felt this feeling That everything that you do gives me It's been so long since somebody whispered Shut up and kiss me Didn't expect to be in this position Didn't expect to have to rise above My reputation for cynicism I've been a jaded lady when it comes to love, but Oh, baby, just to feel this feeling That everything that you do gives me It's been too long since somebody whispered Shut up and kiss me There's something about the silent type attracting me to you All business, baby, none of the hype That no talker can live up to Come closer, baby, I can't hear you Just another whisper, if you please Don't worry 'bout the details, darlin' You've got the kind of mind I love to read Talk is cheap and, baby, time's expensive So why waste another minute more? Life's too short to be so apprehensive Love's as much the symptom, darlin', as the cure Oh, baby, when I feel this feeling It's like genuine voodoo hits me It's been too long since somebody whispered Oh, baby, I can feel this feeling That everything that you do gives me It's been too long since somebody whispered Shut up and kiss me Shut up and kiss me
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13 facts about this song
Song Composition"Shut Up and Kiss Me" is a song written and performed by American singer-songwriter Mary Chapin Carpenter.
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Album ReleaseThe song is from her sixth studio album "Stones in the Road", which was released in 1994.
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Chart Success"Shut Up and Kiss Me" was Carpenter's most successful song on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, reaching number 90 in 1994.
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Grammy AwardThe song won the Grammy Award for Best Female Country Vocal Performance in 1995.
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Country HitIt was also a number one hit on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart in the United States.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song was directed by Steven Goldmann and features a cameo by actor Matt LeBlanc before his fame on the TV show "Friends".
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Signature Song"Shut Up and Kiss Me" is often considered Carpenter's signature song and is frequently performed at her concerts.
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Unique Musical styleThe song is a mix of folk-rock and country music, showing Carpenter's broad range as a musician and songwriter.
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Social CommentaryLike many of Carpenter's songs, "Shut Up and Kiss Me" balances light-hearted, relatable lyrics with insightful social commentary.
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Critically acclaimedThe song garnered critical acclaim for its catchy tune, superb storytelling, and Chapin Carpenter's expressive vocal delivery.
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Song's MessageThe song narrates the story of a woman who is tired of hearing her lover's excuses and longs for action, hence the title "Shut Up and Kiss Me."
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Popularity OverseasDespite its predominantly country sound, the song gained popularity not just in North America, but also topped charts in Canada and reached notable positions in UK country charts.
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Inspirational SongMany fans and listeners have seen the song as inspirational, highlighting the message of assertiveness and directing your own narrative.
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