"Tempted to Touch" is a reggae song by Beres Hammond featuring Cutty Ranks. The song tells the story of a man who is deeply infatuated with a woman he sees passing by. He is tempted to touch her and expresses his strong desire for her. In the chorus, Beres Hammond sings about how each time the girl passes his way, he is tempted to touch her. He compares his love for her to diamonds and pearls, expressing that he loves her dearly. The way she dresses and her perfume make him want her even more. He desperately needs her and longs for her affection. Cutty Ranks joins in the song and emphasizes that whenever he wants a lover, he has to make sure he gets her. He mentions various names of women, suggesting that he is determined and willing to pursue any woman he desires. He asserts that love is a splendid thing and compares it to joy, stating that loving a woman is not a sin. Throughout the song, the two artists express their strong desires for their love interests. They convey a sense of urgency and determination in pursuing their affections. The lyrics portray a passionate and intense longing for the women they desire.
