Here’s one of Janet’s best songs. It’s from 1987, way back when she started her career.It’s all about being patient and not rushing things. It’s a message that’s especially important these days in our microwave society where everyone wants everything NOW! People want to skip the appetizers and even the main course and jump straight to dessert. Instead we should enjoy every step in the process. Some things need to take some time and are worth the wait.
This song and this gorgeous video valentine to NYC has stood the test of time and has become a classic. Notice the Twin Towers in the night sky.
Let’s Wait Awhile
There’s something I want to tell you
There’s something I think that you should know
It’s not that I shouldn’t really love you
Let’s take it slow
When we get to know each other
And we’re both feeling much stronger
Then let’s try to talk it over
Let’s wait awhile longer
Let’s wait awhile before it’s too late
Let’s wait awhile before we go too far
Remember that special night
When all of the stars were shining bright
We made our first endeavour
To stay together
We made our very first promise
To love, to share, and be real honest
But on that very first night
It wasn’t quite right
Let’s wait awhile before it’s too late
Let’s wait awhile, our love will be great
Let’s wait awhile before we go too far
I didn’t really know not to let all my feelings show
To save some for later so our love can be greater
You said you would always love me
Remember I said the same thing too
You don’t have to be frightened with my love
Because I’ll never give up on you
Let’s wait awhile, awhile before it’s too late
You know you can’t rush love,love
(2x)
Let’s just take our time
With love so good, we shouldn’t rush it
We need to slow it down