The song "Mood For Love" by Heavy D & The Boyz explores the theme of love and the desire for companionship. The lyrics express the protagonist's curiosity and yearning to understand the true nature of love. The song begins with a man recounting that love is the best thing a man could have. Heavy D then repeats the phrase "Lord have mercy" and expresses his intention to enjoy and celebrate life. The chorus repeats the phrase "I'm in the mood for love," emphasizing the protagonist's desire for love and affection. Heavy D questions the truth about love and wonders if the saying that love is a splendid and precious thing is accurate. He acknowledges that if it's true, he must find out for himself. The chorus is repeated again, reaffirming the protagonist's longing for love. The lyrics then shift to Heavy D offering his hand and suggesting a journey of love together. He promises to be there for his partner through tough times and sadness. The chorus is reiterated twice, reinforcing the protagonist's mood for love. A synthesizer sax solo follows, accompanied by Heavy D's ad libs. He proceeds to further explore the topic of love, stating that if love could be bought with money, the rich wouldn't live, and the poor wouldn't die. He uses various metaphors, like spitting in the sky and not realizing the value of water until it's gone, to emphasize the importance of appreciating love when it is present. Heavy D then expresses his preference for a committed and caring partner who can cook, take care of him, and make him feel happy. He refers to himself as "Heavy D" and highlights his desire for a girl who fits his ideal image. The song concludes with acknowledgments to Shinehead and yardies (referring to Jamaican people) and ad libs. Overall, "Mood For Love" conveys the protagonist's desire for love, their curiosity about its true nature, and the importance of having a committed and caring partner.
