Spoonin’
It’s no secret that we all do it. But, what is it called? For years I called it cuddlin’ from behind. My best friend used to call it “runnin’ it down.” Then one day one of my partners calls and is telling me about his afternoon with his woman.
“…yeah E, so we are laying in the bed spoonin’ and watching TV.”
So I say, “What is spoonin’?” He starts laughing! “What?! You! Mr. Romance doesn’t know what spoonin’ is?” He couldn’t stop laughin! He put me on hold to tell his woman. “Hey baby, E doesn’t know what spoonin’ is!!!”
Well, as you can hear, it had such an impact on me I wrote a song about it! I didn’t know it had a name, but now hopefully you’ll help me tell the world that Spoonin is. Maybe the chorus of the song will help!
Chorus
We’re just spoonin’
Front to back cocoonin’
A cozy head to toe union
Between me and you, and
We’re just spoonin’
Watch TV in my room and
Lying back, just coolin’
All afternoon, oh baby
The autumn leaves were starting to fall from the trees, the sun was setting and it was starting to rain. I was headed to the Crown Road Post Office in Atlanta and the melody of the chorus started playing in my head. At first I thought the song should be a kind of a “slo jam” because it’s about spoonin’. But, after thinking about it, spoonin’ happens with all kinds of things going on around a couple… from watching sporting events and favorite TV shows, to outdoor concerts and chillin’ on a beach. So, I really fell in love with the mid-tempo acoustic feel that would set the mood for a casual evening at home or for hand dance at a steppers set.
John Beal, III had been doing a lot of composition work for films and immediately began to give the song a sultry, organic feel that serves as the bed on which the song is built. I co wrote “I Do,” and “We Married” (Pop&Soul) with him. So, when he started to swing his arm with his thumb and pinky finger waving, I know we’re onto something pretty hot!
After Colin Sobers (he played the guitar solo on “Little Girl”) did an amazing job of blending the romance of acoustic and electric guitars, Jason Sylvain laced the hook with a smooth breathy delivery that speaks of the moment at hand. I like working with Jason because he’s an industry vet and does a great job in letting me know how to deliver a vocal. Sometime when I get locked in the vocal booth I can lose track of the song because I’m concentrating on the vocal. I can trust Jason to give me honest feedback.
Chaka Franklin has a sweet soprano that is sensual and inviting. I met her at a local open night and promised her that I wanted her to sing on a song that would expand the meaning of romance. Now, she lets the world know that “sipping on coffees and teas” is indeed romantic!
Make sure you order some coffees and teas to enjoy with your special someone!