Woman
John Lennon Lyrics
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Woman
I can hardly express
My mixed emotions at my thoughtlessness
After all, I'm forever in your debt
And woman
I will try to express
My inner feeling and thankfulness
For showing me the meaning of success
Ooh, well, well
Doo, doo, doo, doo, doo
Ooh, well, well
Doo, doo, doo, doo, doo
Woman
I know you understand
The little child inside the man
Please remember my life is in your hands
And woman
Hold me close to your heart
However distant, don't keep us apart
After all it is written in the stars
Ooh, well, well
Doo, doo, doo, doo, doo
Ooh, well, well
Doo, doo, doo, doo, doo
Well, woman
Please let me explain
I never meant to cause you sorrow or pain
So let me tell you again and again and again
I love you, yeah, yeah
Now and forever
I love you, yeah, yeah
Now and forever
I love you, yeah, yeah
Now and forever
I love you, yeah, yeah
The song "Woman" by John Lennon is a passionate and emotional tribute to the women in his life, particularly his wife Yoko Ono. The lyrics express the singer's deep gratitude for the impact that these women have had on his life, along with his feelings of remorse for the times when he may have taken them for granted. The song begins with Lennon acknowledging his mixed emotions at having been thoughtless towards the women in his life. He recognizes that he owes them a great deal and promises to try to express his inner feelings towards them more effectively.
The chorus emphasizes the importance of women and their influence in the world as "the other half of the sky." Lennon sings about his understanding of the little child inside the man and the way that women nurture and care for those around them. He implores the women in his life to remember that his life is intertwined with theirs and to hold him close, even if they are physically apart. The phrase "after all it is written in the stars" indicates the inevitability of their connection, almost as if their lives are predetermined to be intertwined.
The final verse finds Lennon expressing regret for any pain or sorrow he may have caused the women he loves, and he declares his feelings of love for them now and forever. The repetition of "I love you, yeah, yeah" at the end of the song underscores the depth of his feeling and the sincerity of his commitment to the women in his life.
Line by Line Meaning
Woman
Addressing the female gender, acknowledging the importance of women in human society.
I can hardly express
My mixed emotions at my thoughtlessness
After all, I'm forever in your debt
Inability express mixed emotions due to being thoughtless and constantly owing a debt to women for their contributions to society.
And woman
I will try to express
My inner feeling and thankfulness
For showing me the meaning of success
Acknowledging the gratitude for women, expressing a desire to show appreciation, and recognition of the role of women as the source of inspiration for his success.
Woman
I know you understand
The little child inside the man
Please remember my life is in your hands
Recognizing the fact that women understand the emotional needs of men and are responsible for shaping the destiny of their lives.
And woman
Hold me close to your heart
However distant, don't keep us apart
After all it is written in the stars
A request to women to keep the emotional bond intact regardless of the physical distance, emphasizing its cosmic inevitability.
Well, woman
Please let me explain
I never meant to cause you sorrow or pain
So let me tell you again and again and again
Apologizing for any past mistakes and expressing the need to keep reiterating the same sentiment in order to show love for women.
I love you, yeah, yeah
Now and forever
I love you, yeah, yeah
Now and forever
I love you, yeah, yeah
Now and forever
An expression of love for women in general, emphasizing its timeless and eternal nature.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: John Winston Lennon
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Woman
I can hardly express
My mixed emotions at my thoughtlessness
After all, I'm forever in your debt
And woman
I will try to express
My inner feeling and thankfulness
For showing me the meaning of success
Ooh, well, well
Doo, doo, doo, doo, doo
Ooh, well, well
Doo, doo, doo, doo, doo
Woman
I know you understand
The little child inside the man
Please remember my life is in your hands
And woman
Hold me close to your heart
However distant, don't keep us apart
After all it is written in the stars
Ooh, well, well
Doo, doo, doo, doo, doo
Ooh, well, well
Doo, doo, doo, doo, doo
Well, woman
Please let me explain
I never meant to cause you sorrow or pain
So let me tell you again and again and again
I love you, yeah, yeah
Now and forever
I love you, yeah, yeah
Now and forever
I love you, yeah, yeah
Now and forever
I love you, yeah, yeah
@kathryndeleonable
We lost John 43 years ago today, it's still hard to believe, I remember that day well. I love this song and I listen to it every October 9 and December 8. God bless you, John, wherever you are, we still miss you.
@mysteriousmarissa
❤💧🫂
@massey4business
@@Realvincegill__Wow! Brian! You only have 1 sub! 😂
@justindensonvibes
Gotta be the most senseless murder of the 21st century. Why in the world would anyone wanna kill a Beatle? Even the guy attacking Harrison didn't make any sense. They were all about peace and love, but tragedies happen to them. Luckily George survived his and stayed with us for a little longer.
@Zerzez
wow i can tell that you are a really true fan :)
@thebaseplayerclara
I never think he will be gone, he will always be in our heart❤ And a memory for the world💯
@staci6864
I’m going to play this for my mother at her funeral this week. It’s so beautiful. Love you, momma.
@prettyafricangirl8046
May her soul rest in peace..stay strong
@nathanphelps2982
may your mother rest in peace
@carole8142
I am sorry for your dear Mother. Sending you love from New Zealand. XX Sorry.