Treasure of Love
Clyde McPhatter Lyrics
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It's waiting for you, if you're hear-ar-art isn't blind
The treasure of love (treasure of love) is not very far
It glows like fire and it shines, like a star
It's stronger than diamonds and worth more than gold
This is a treasure that never grows old
The treasure of love (treasure of love) is found on no chart
To find where it is just look in your heart
It's stronger than diamonds and worth more than gold
This is a treasure that never grows old
The treasure of love (treasure of love) is found on no chart
To find where it is just look in your heart
The lyrics of Clyde McPhatter's "Treasure of Love" describe the idea that love is precious and valuable, and can be found within one's own heart. The metaphor of love as treasure is extended throughout the song, with the lyrics suggesting that it is worth more than diamonds and gold and is a treasure that never grows old. The first stanza of the song suggests that love is waiting for those who are open to seeing it – those whose "heart isn't blind" – and that it is not far away, but rather can be found by simply looking within oneself.
The second stanza of the song repeats the idea that love is more valuable than any material possession, and that it cannot be found on any chart or map, but rather must be discovered within one's own heart. The repetition of the chorus reinforces the idea that the treasure of love is not only valuable, but also easily accessible to those who seek it.
Overall, the song's lyrics emphasize the beauty and importance of love, and encourage listeners to value it above all else. Through its powerful message and catchy melody, "Treasure of Love" has become a beloved classic in the R&B genre.
Line by Line Meaning
The treasure of love, is easy to find
Finding love is not that difficult.
It's waiting for you, if you're hear-ar-art isn't blind
If you truly open your heart, love will come to you.
The treasure of love (treasure of love) is not very far
Love is not distant, it is always near.
It glows like fire and it shines, like a star
Love is radiant and can light up your life like fire or a star.
It's stronger than diamonds and worth more than gold
Love is a precious and valuable gift that is more important than material wealth.
This is a treasure that never grows old
Love is timeless and never fades.
The treasure of love (treasure of love) is found on no chart
Love cannot be quantified, measured or found on a map.
To find where it is just look in your heart
Love is within you and you can find it by listening to your heart.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Joe Shapiro, Lou Stallman
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Jeaniesunshine-fb5rk
I'm 81, a great grandma. Brings tears....
@gingerwilliams2125
I was 16 years old... and I fell in love with this. I'll be 80 this year and this is still a "treasure!" Ginger Williams, class of June '58, Douglass High School, Baltimore!
@steveelku1827
You go, Ginger. Wish you were at my. High Scool. But I was in Canada, and 2 years younger than you. It would've gone nowhere, but I could always have hoped, couldn't I ?
@tkso.philly3879
God Bless you.My daddy,(R.I.P.) was 19,and he had ALL of those 45's,and I grew up having and loving appreciating REAL MUSIC-
@jerrylyons9279
army vet off to college, summer on grand isle, louisiana, barrooms open 24 hours, dancing in bathing suits. beautiful girls from new orleans and lafourche parish and music. fantastic life le souvieniers.
@SamCookeFan11
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@mikewhite6911
Class of 59. Lowell High School San Francisco.
@adamschwartz2656
This was representative of that great music from the 50s and 60s....we shall never see or hear the likes again...
@beverlymcmonagle2217
My husband and I were married for 56 years and this was our song!
@rogervillavicencio5859
Are you still married???