[Verse 1]
Neon buzzin', air smelled of beer
Cowboy boots tappin', the crowd drew near
Under that Surf sign, my heart skipped two
A stranger's glance cut the smoky blue
[Chorus]
When we danced at the Surf, oh, the world stood still
Spinnin' in the lights, I could feel that thrill
Hands in my hand, like a promise untold
When we danced at the Surf, love took hold
[Verse 2]
He had a grin sharp as a vinyl scratch
Plaid shirt wrinkled, but the charm unmatched
Two-step slidin', like a river rolls
His laugh struck a chord deep inside my soul
[Prechorus]
I didn’t know then, but I’d found my song
One night’s spark would burn lifelong
[Chorus]
When we danced at the Surf, oh, the stars leaned in
To the beat of the band, let the love begin
He twirled me around, made my heart unfold
When we danced at the Surf, love took hold
[Bridge]
Clear Lake glow, moon dipped low
Our rhythm sparked a fire, let it grow
No words spoken, just the floor’s sway
1987, feels like yesterday