That Old Feeling

The speaker sees someone again and immediately feels the excitement of an earlier love. A glance and a dance bring back strong emotions, and the speaker realizes those feelings have not disappeared. By the end, the speaker decides not to begin a new romance, suggesting that the past still has a hold on their heart.

“Got that old feeling” means experiencing a familiar emotion again, while “my heart stood still” describes a sudden shock or intense excitement, not a literal pause in the heart. The “spark of love” suggests a small flame that is still alive, even after time apart. Together, these images make the old affection seem both sudden and enduring.

The speaker calls it “foolish” to start a new romance, which may show a clear decision or an attempt to protect themselves from disappointment. The lyrics do not explain what happened between the two people, or whether the other person feels the same way. The song can therefore be heard as a tender reunion, but also as a moment when a familiar attraction makes it difficult to move on.