"Burnin' Up" by Jessie J is a song about intense passion and desire in a romantic relationship. The lyrics describe the feeling of being physically and emotionally consumed by love. The song starts with Jessie J expressing her desire to be taken to the extreme, comparing it to walking through fire and the need to be saved. She feels like she's burning up and asks her partner to put her out, indicating that she wants them to match her intensity and fulfill her desires. The chorus repeats the theme of burning up and needing to be put out, emphasizing her overwhelming desire and attraction. She compares the heat and intensity to a thousand degrees and describes feeling feverish when looking at her partner. The lyrics also contain some sexual innuendos and references, such as “subliminal sex” and “drippin' in sweat.” These lines indicate the physical and passionate nature of the relationship. In the second verse, Jessie J uses imagery of matches and gasoline to describe the explosive chemistry between her and her partner. She mentions lighting up the floor like Billie Jean (a reference to Michael Jackson's famous dance moves) and predicts that by the end of the song, their passion will be so intense that the fire alarm will be triggered. The song features a rap verse by 2 Chainz, who adds his own verses about his extravagant lifestyle and his desire for a wild and exciting relationship. Overall, "Burnin' Up" is a high-energy, fiery love song that captures the intense passion and desire experienced in a fiery romance.
