About The Song
“Go All the Way” is a song written by Eric Carmen, a member of the American rock group, the Raspberries, for their 1972 self-titled debut album. It was released as a single in July 1972, it reached the Top 5 on multiple US charts, including number 5 on the Billboard Hot 100. The Raspberries were known for their blend of rock, pop, and R&B elements, with “Go All the Way” showcasing their upbeat and catchy style.
The song “Go All the Way” by The Raspberries, penned by Eric Carmen, revolves around a girl persuading a guy to engage in sexual activity. Its infectious melody and heartfelt lyrics capture the rollercoaster of emotions in a passionate relationship, making it a timeless anthem in classic rock. Overall, the song reflects the transformative nature of love and intimacy, portraying a sense of completeness found through genuine connection.
Lyrics
Ma-ma, yeah, whoo...
All right
Ma-ma-ma-ma, yeah, whoo...
I never knew how complete love could be
Till she kissed me and said, baby
Please, go all the way
It feels so right (feels so right)
Being with you here tonight
Please, go all the way
Just hold me close (hold me close)
Don't ever let me go (don't let me go)
I couldn't say what I wanted to say
Till she whispered "I love you"
So, please, go all the way
It feels so right (feels so right)
Being with you here tonight
Please, go all the way
Just hold me close (hold me close)
Don't ever let me go, oh, no (don't let me go)
Before her love, I was cruel and mean
Had a hole in the place where my heart should have been
But now I'm changed, and I feel so strange
I come alive when she does all those things to me
And she says (come on)
Come on (come on)
Mm-hmm (come on)
Come on (come on)
I need you (come on)
I love you (come on)
I need you (come on)
Ma-ma, yeah, yeah (come on)
Please, go all the way
It feels so right (feels so right)
Being with you here tonight
Please, go all the way
Just hold me close (hold me close)
Don't ever let me go, oh, no (don't let me go)
Ooh...
Ma-ma-ma, yeah, oh, yeah, oh...
Go all the way, yeah
Whoo...