The song's lyrics express the expectations of a boyfriend about to bestow a first kiss to his romantic interest. For the 2023 live-action film, some of the lyrics were updated in response to viewers who have gotten "sensitive about the idea that [Prince Eric] would, in any way, force himself on [Ariel]."
The song's lyrics reflect the boyfriend's anticipation for a first kiss with his romantic interest. The 2023 live-action film adaptation made adjustments to some of these lyrics in response to viewers who have become concerned about the portrayal of Prince Eric and Ariel's relationship.