The song "Sweet Thing" by Keith Urban tells the story of a young couple's budding romance and their desire to spend time together. The narrator expresses his infatuation with his partner's beauty and how their first date left a lasting impression on him. The lyrics describe his excitement to see her again and his impatience to wait until the next day, leading him to borrow his uncle's car to visit her. The narrator plans a secret meet-up in the backyard under a cottonwood tree, away from prying eyes during the night. He expresses his longing to be with her and how he can't resist her charms. The song conveys a sense of young love and the urgency to spend time together before the night ends. The lyrics reflect the innocence and excitement of a new relationship, with the narrator willing to take risks to be with his love interest. The repeating pleas and descriptions of his partner as a sweet thing indicate his admiration and affection for her. The song evokes a sense of youthful passion and the joy of being in love.