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Art of waiting: How taking it slow builds desire in dating

A couple on a date. (Courtesy/iStock)

Love is an art, with wooing being the first brushstroke. The man captivates the woman with thoughtful romantic expressions. Onto their canvas of a blooming relationship, the two slowly form beautiful shapes from their unique experiences, similarities, and contrasts.

Does this gradual approach build up desire between lovers? Jamaican singer Jahmiel thinks so, as he delves into the beauty of romantic anticipation in his timeless song Waiting, in which he serenades his love interest.

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