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Take It Slow, Joe Lyrics by Lena Horne

Jamaica (Original Broadway Cast Recording)

1957

Take it slow, oh, Joe
Take it slow
Don't brush it in high
Let's start it in low

This whimsical game
Thrives on an easy flame, easy flame
Go smart, go slow
Don't burn it up, Joe

Make it last, play it cool
Make it last
If it's only a dream
Don't dream it up too fast

If it's love, don't let us blunder
Just let this wonder
Grow, let it grow
Sweet man, don't you know
That love's a long goodbye?
So go slow, Joe

If it's love, don't let us blunder
Just let this wonder
Grow, let it grow
Sweet man, don't you know?
That love's a long goodbye?
So go slow, Joe
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Read the complete lyrics to "Take It Slow, Joe" by Lena Horne from the album "Jamaica (Original Broadway Cast Recording)" in 1957. On Lyrks you can follow along with the full text, explore the artist's discography, and discover related songs. The track is often categorized under Musicals, Pop.

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"Take It Slow, Joe" is credited to Lena Horne. Songwriting credits may include additional writers listed on the release; check the credits section on this page for linked collaborators.

"Take It Slow, Joe" appears on "Jamaica (Original Broadway Cast Recording)" in 1957.

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