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L-O-V-E
Nat King Cole Lyrics


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L is for the way you look at me
O is for the only one I see
V is very, very extraordinary
E is even more than anyone that you adore can

Love is all that I can give to you
Love is more than just a game for two
Two in love can make it
Take my heart and please don't break it
Love was made for me and you

L is for the way you look at me
O is for the only one I see
V is very, very extraordinary
E is even more than anyone that you adore can

Love is all that I can give to you
Love is more than just a game for two
Two in love can make it
Take my heart and please don't break it
Love was made for me and you
Love was made for me and you
Love was made for me and you

Overall Meaning

Nat King Cole's iconic song "L-O-V-E" celebrates the beauty and power of love. The song is a romantic ballad that includes an upbeat and cheerful melody that is still often played today at weddings, Valentine's Day, and other romantic occasions. The song's simple structure and touching lyrics have made it a classic of the romantic music genre.


At its core, "L-O-V-E" is a song about the immense joy that comes with finding true love. The lyrics cleverly use the letters of the word "love" to spell out different aspects of the emotion. "L" stands for the way that the person you love looks at you, "O" represents the sense that they are the only one you see, "V" stands for the extraordinary nature of the connection, and "E" represents the deep feeling of adoration that you experience.


The song also underscores the importance of cherishing the love that you share with another person. The lyrics encourage listeners to take care of the heart of the person they love and not to take their love for granted. The final line of the song - "love was made for me and you" - encapsulates the idea that love is a fundamental human experience that is meant to be shared.


Line by Line Meaning

L is for the way you look at me
Your gaze towards me is affectionate and sincere


O is for the only one I see
My devotion and attention are solely for you


V is very, very extraordinary
What we have transcends ordinary relationships and is exceptional


E is even more than anyone that you adore can
The depth of my love for you is greater than what others can understand


Love is all that I can give to you
I have nothing more to give you than my love


Love is more than just a game for two
Love is a serious commitment, not a trivial pastime for a couple


Two in love can make it
When a couple is truly in love, they can overcome any obstacle


Take my heart and please don't break it
I trust you with my heart and hope you treat it kindly


Love was made for me and you
Our love is a gift, the result of destiny bringing us together


Love was made for me and you
Our love is unique, meant for us alone




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Bert Kaempfert, Milt Gabler

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L is for the way you look at me
O is for the only one I see
V is very, very, extraordinary
E is even more than anyone that you adore can
Love is all that I can give to you
Love is more than just a game for two
Two in love can make it
Take my heart and please don't break it
Love was made for me and you
L is for the way you look at me
O is for the only one I see
V is very, very, extraordinary
E is even more than anyone that you adore can
Love is all that I can give to you
Love is more than just a game for two
Two in love can make it
Take my heart and please don't break it
Love was made for me and you
Love was made for me and you
Love was made for me and you



All comments from YouTube:

@louiseb9234

Can't believe this is the last song Nat King Cole recorded just days before he entered the hospital for cancer treatment. Early Dec 1964, then February 1965 he died. Amazing talent.

@lovelylhey17

Please support my son's cover song of L.O.V.E. https://youtu.be/u7xMlpL8oy0

@louisbuchalet4196

@@lovelylhey17 thanks to Nat King Cole

@Coowallsky

Nope. He recorded it some time before Sept. 1964. That's date is when the single was released.

@sun751

😢❤❤❤

@alternateunreleasedshellac505

@@Coowallsky at least somebody knows their history.

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@simonklein6588

Let's show some appreciation for the person that makes all these lyrics video's of old songs for vevo

@jillmessingham5021

Simon Klein ❤️ Thank you!

@lauradelaney1656

Thank You!!!!

@everyoneshatesmirza3806

Thank you

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