Lover Man
Billie Holiday Lyrics
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I long to try something I never had
Never had no kissing
Oh, what I've been missing
Lover man, oh, where can you be
The night is cold and I'm so alone
I'd give my soul just to call you my own
Got a moon above me
But no one to love me
Lover man, oh, where can you be
I've heard it said
That the thrill of romance
Can be like a heavenly dream
I go to bed with a prayer
That you'll make love to me
Strange as it seems
Someday we'll meet
And you'll dry all my tears
Then whisper sweet
Little things in my ear
Hugging and a kissing
Oh, what we've been missing
Lover man, oh, where can you be
I've heard it said
That the thrill of romance
Can be like a heavenly dream
I go to bed with a prayer
That you'll make love to me
Strange as it seems
Someday we'll meet
And you'll dry all my tears
Then whisper sweet
Little things in my ear
Hugging and a kissing
Oh, what we've been missing
Lover man, oh, where can you be
In Billie Holiday's song Lover Man, she expresses her feelings of loneliness and yearning for a love that she has never experienced. She begins by questioning why she feels so sad and longing to try something new that she has never had. In the chorus, she laments not having anyone to share physical affection like kissing with, and wonders where her lover man could be. She goes on to describe the cold and lonely night that she is experiencing, and shares that she would give anything to have him in her life.
The bridge of the song delves into the idea of the "thrill of romance" being compared to a heavenly dream. Billie admits to going to bed and praying that he will come to her, despite how strange it may seem. The song concludes with her holding out hope that they will one day meet, and he will wipe away her tears and whisper sweet things to her as they finally engage in the physical and emotional connection that she craves.
Overall, the lyrics of Lover Man paint a picture of someone who has never experienced love, and longs to find it with an urgency that is palpable in the song. The repetition of the chorus reinforces her desperation, while the bridge helps to give the song a sense of depth by exploring the idea of what romantic love can feel like.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't know why but I'm feeling so sad
I am upset and unsure of why I feel this way.
I long to try something I never had
I desire to experience something new and thrilling.
Never had no kissing
I have never experienced the pleasure of kissing.
Oh, what I've been missing
I have been lacking the joy and satisfaction that comes with romantic intimacy.
Lover man, oh, where can you be
I am searching for a romantic partner to fulfill my desires and bring me happiness.
The night is cold and I'm so alone
I feel lonely and isolated on this chilly night.
I'd give my soul just to call you my own
I would do anything to possess a loving and devoted partner.
Got a moon above me
The moon is visible in the night sky.
But no one to love me
There is no one to provide me with love and affection.
I've heard it said
I have listened to the opinion of others on this matter.
That the thrill of romance
The excitement of being in a romantic relationship.
Can be like a heavenly dream
The experience can be divine and euphoric.
I go to bed with a prayer
I plead for divine intervention in helping me find a lover.
That you'll make love to me
I hope that my future lover will express their affection towards me physically.
Strange as it seems
It is peculiar yet true.
Someday we'll meet
I have hope that I will find my lover someday.
And you'll dry all my tears
My lover will comfort me and make me feel better when I am upset.
Then whisper sweet
Speak to me lovingly and kindly.
Little things in my ear
Whisper soft words of endearment into my ear.
Hugging and a kissing
Engaged in affectionate physical displays of love.
Oh, what we've been missing
The happiness and pleasure that we have been lacking without each other.
Lover man, oh, where can you be
I am still searching for my ideal partner who will make me feel loved and fulfilled.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing, Songtrust Ave
Written by: James O. Davis, Jimmy Sherman, Roger J. Ramirez
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Lover Man (Oh, Where Can You Be?)
Brano di Billie Holiday
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I don't know why but I'm feeling so sad
I long to try something I never had
Never had no kissing
Oh, what I've been missing
Lover man, oh, where can you be
The night is cold and I'm so alone
I'd give my soul just to call you my own
Got a moon above me
But no one to love me
Lover man, oh, where can you be
I've heard it said
That the thrill of romance
Can be like a heavenly dream
I go to bed with a prayer
That you'll make love to me
Strange as it seems
Someday we'll meet
And you'll dry all my tears
Then whisper sweet
Little things in my ear
Hugging and a kissing
Oh, what we've been missing
Lover man, oh, where can you be
I've heard it said
That the thrill of romance
Can be like a heavenly dream
I go to bed with a prayer
That you'll make love to me
Strange as it seems
Someday we'll meet
And you'll dry all my tears
Then whisper sweet
Little things in my ear
Hugging and a kissing
Oh, what we've been missing
Lover man, oh, where can you be
@unconversantcallowincandes1540
Billie Holiday had it hard, she was too fair and to dark and didnt know where she fit it. She had blending in her relationships trying to find a good fit. I stopped knowing after 1936. She was such an eclectic find of her time, such persuasion and effortless ease and charm, it came from her not knowing her worth or beauty.
@johngreen9826
fuck are you talking about
@oscarguerrerobanda3416
Me facina su voz y estilo, se adelanto a su época! Gracias Billi, gracias!❤❤🎉
@rockhardrockmetalpop
Absolutely beautiful. Thanks for uploading this classic.
@carmenarturo5109
Maravillosa Billie Holiday!👏👏
@ailton285
Belíssima !!!
@cassianocortellino367
Que Maravilha !!! ❤
@jamesr1703
Love, love, love Billie Holiday.
@josephmosikili1902
Me too...
@ilenelewis4723
BILLLIE MEANS EVERYTHING TO ME 🎉😊