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Random Act Of Love
Al Jarreau Lyrics


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Really touch somebody.
Really, really touch somebody.
With a random act of love.

VERSE: 1
Everything we do with good intent
Won't ever disappear, it only ripples into habit
Ever deep, cause it's no accident
That you and I are here
And you and I were meant to happen

CHORUS
There's one thing, that i know
That's like a gift unto the giver
And that's a random act of love
Everyday find a cause
And let it flow just like a river
Into a random act of love

VERSE: 2
An open heart can change the world we know
Into a loving place
Reviving everything that's givin' in it
Every spark, another chance to grow
Let love illuminate
The place where light is dimming

CHORUS
There's one thing, that i know
That's like a gift unto the giver
And that's a random act of love
Everyday find a cause
And let it flow just like a river
Into a random act of love

VERSE 3
One simple thing,
can really touch somebody
Make somebody smile inside
What joy it brings,
to really touch somebody
Love's a win-win heart reliever,
As good for the giver as it is the receiver.
Really touch somebody with a random act of love
Really touch somebody with a random act of love

CHORUS X 2
Just one thing I know,
That's a gift to the giver
Just one thing I know,
Just, let it flow like a river
Just one thing I know,
Making life even better
One thing that I know,
Flip your script

CHORUS X
One thing that I know of love
Everyday……

Overall Meaning

The song "Random Act of Love" by Al Jarreau is a call to action to make a positive impact on someone's life through an act of kindness. The lyrics encourage listeners to be intentional with their good intentions and to let them ripple into a habit of showing love to others. Jarreau emphasizes that our presence in the world is not accidental, and that we are meant to make a difference in other people's lives. The chorus reinforces the idea that a random act of love, no matter how small, can make a difference in someone's day, and that we should find a cause to support and let our love flow freely like a river.


In verse two, Jarreau highlights the transformative power of an open heart, and how it can change the world into a place of love and kindness. He urges listeners to use every opportunity to spread love and to let it illuminate the dark places in the world. The final verse continues the message of the song, emphasizing that even the simplest act of kindness can bring joy to someone's life and that love is beneficial for both the giver and the receiver. The repeated refrain of "Really touch somebody with a random act of love" drives home the song's theme of intentionally spreading love and kindness to others.


Line by Line Meaning

Everything we do with good intent
All of our actions that come from a place of kindness and positivity will never disappear but instead have a ripple effect on our habits.


Won't ever disappear, it only ripples into habit
Good intentions and actions leave a lasting impact and influence our future behavior.


Ever deep, cause it's no accident
The meaningful connections we make with others are not coincidental but have a deeper purpose.


That you and I are here
Our presence together in this moment is significant and meaningful.


And you and I were meant to happen
Our meeting was destined to occur and we have the power to make a positive impact on each other's lives.


There's one thing, that i know
The singer is confident in his belief in the power of love to make a difference.


That's like a gift unto the giver
Performing acts of love not only benefit the recipient, but also provide a sense of fulfillment and joy to the person giving the love.


And that's a random act of love
A spontaneous act of love can have a profound impact on both the giver and the receiver.


Everyday find a cause
The singer encourages listeners to seek out opportunities to perform random acts of love on a daily basis.


And let it flow just like a river
Allow love to flow freely and abundantly like a river, rather than holding back or limiting it.


An open heart can change the world we know
Embracing love with an open heart can transform our reality and create a more loving world.


Into a loving place
Our world can become a place filled with love and kindness when we open our hearts to it.


Reviving everything that's givin' in it
Love can bring new life and energy to all that it touches.


Every spark, another chance to grow
Every act of love creates an opportunity for growth and positive change.


Let love illuminate
Love has the power to light up even the darkest places.


The place where light is dimming
Love can provide hope and healing in situations where positivity and light are waning.


One simple thing, can really touch somebody
Even small acts of love and kindness can deeply impact another person's life.


Make somebody smile inside
Acts of love can bring joy and happiness to the people we touch.


What joy it brings, to really touch somebody
The feeling of bringing joy and love to another person is a powerful and fulfilling experience.


Love's a win-win heart reliever,
Acts of love benefit both the giver and the receiver, creating a sense of relief and happiness in both parties.


As good for the giver as it is the receiver.
Both the person performing the act of love and the person receiving it benefit from the experience.


Really touch somebody with a random act of love
Using a spontaneous, impromptu act of love can have a profound effect on another person's life.


Just one thing I know,
The singer emphasizes his belief in the power of love.


Just, let it flow like a river
Love should flow easily and abundantly, without restrictions or limitations.


Making life even better
Performing acts of love can improve the quality of life for everyone involved.


One thing that I know,
The singer is certain in his belief in the positive impact of love.


Flip your script
The singer encourages listeners to change their perspective and prioritize love in their daily lives.


One thing that I know of love
The singer is confident in the transformative power of love.




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