And I Love Him
Esther Phillips Lyrics
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that's all I do
and if you saw my love
you'd love him too
I love him
He gives me ev'rything
and tenderly
the kiss my lover brings
He brings to me
and I love him
A love like ours
could never die
as long as I
have you near me
Bright are the stars that shine
dark is the sky
I know this love of mine
will never die
and I love him
Bright are the stars that shine
dark is the sky
I know this love of mine
will never die
and I love him
Esther Phillips's And I Love Him is a powerful love ballad that speaks about a love that can never die. The lyrics are simple yet poignant, reflecting on the depth of love that the singer shares with her lover. In the opening lines, the singer declares that she gives her lover all her love, and if anyone was to see it, they too would love him. It is evident that the singer is completely devoted to her lover and willing to give him everything she has.
As the song progresses, the singer speaks fondly of her lover, describing the tenderness of his kisses and how he brings her everything she needs. The repetition of 'and I love him' at the end of every verse reinforces the strength of her love for him. The chorus speaks about the durability of their love, how it will never die as long as they are together. The imagery of bright stars and dark skies evoke a sense of timelessness, like their love will last forever.
Overall, And I Love Him is a beautiful love song that celebrates the power and intensity of love. The simple yet heartfelt lyrics remind us of the beauty of devoting oneself to another person completely and unconditionally.
Line by Line Meaning
I give him all my love
I dedicate all my love to him, nothing less nothing more.
that's all I do
Loving him is my sole purpose and is something I am inclined to do always.
and if you saw my love
If you ever got to witness me loving him, you'd see how intense it is and might even end up loving him too.
you'd love him too
My love for him is so compelling, you too would fall for him if you saw what he means to me.
He gives me ev'rything
He provides me with all that I need, he's my everything.
and tenderly
He does it gently and lovingly.
the kiss my lover brings
Whenever he kisses me, he brings all his love and affection with it.
He brings to me
Immense feelings of happiness and contentment.
and I love him
I deeply and truly love him with all of my heart.
A love like ours
Our love is special and unique and cannot be compared to any other.
could never die
Our love is everlasting and would stand the test of time.
as long as I
As far as I am concerned.
have you near me
As long as he is by my side.
Bright are the stars that shine
The stars that shine in the sky are a vivid representation of the love he has for me.
dark is the sky
The darkness that curtains the night sky is a constant reminder of how tempting and desirable his love is.
I know this love of mine
I am completely aware of the strength and purity of my love for him.
will never die
My love for him would never fade away or get weakened.
and I love him
I deeply and truly love him with all of my heart.
Contributed by Parker P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@karenmoukoukenoff6893
I give him all my love
That's all I do
And if you saw my love
You'd love him too and I love him
He gives me everything
And tenderly
The kiss my lover brings
He brings to me I love him
A love like ours
Could never die
As long as I
Have you near me
Bright are the stars that shine
Dark is the sky
I know this love of mine
Will never die and I love him
@dorothyedwards9520
I discovered Esther Pillips music in 1963 (then known as Little Esther) & still love her music today One of my sons stopped by one night & I was listening to her music He said "Mom I can't believe that you are still listening to Little Esther music it's been 50 some years" I just said "She's Esther Pillips now" & her music just as fantastic now as it was then"
@harmonichebe
dorothy another gem discovered by the late and great rev. johnny otis. Be Blessed
@jasonpfinch
She's so brilliant
@jasonpfinch
from Houston
@natashapettigrew6031
A Purity and sincerity powerful and peaceful at the same, lovely really 🌟🌟🌟
@scottcampbell5478
Love this comment
This version just blew the Beatles away they loved it and brought Esther to the U.K. to appear with them on a T.V. special. - John Thorpe
@reinaldoreis1191
A letra muda de uma versão para a outra?
@1lordthorpe
This version just blew the beatles away they loved it and brought Esther to the U.K. to appear with them on a T.V. special.
@jamesprevard6555
She was not only the embodiment of (women) beauty class & talent but a black woman that struggled threw adversities in her life time!RIP.
@valeriechapman1612
She’s got a beautifully clear voice and very silky smooth.
If Paul McCartney says he loves her music then there’s no more to be said, is there !!! Delightful