and how i hoped for your love
Abbey Lincoln feat. Stan Getz Lyrics
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Would be so cold
I thought I'd need someone to hold
Like in the stories I was told
And then we met
I can't forget
How we laughed
And then
I hoped
Hoped for your love
For your love
For your love
How I hoped
For your love
For your love
For your love
The lyrics to Abbey Lincoln's song And How I Hoped For Your Love speaks of the singer's expectations prior to meeting someone special, along with the disappointment that followed due to the abrupt end of their brief encounter. The song opens with the singer expressing their belief that life would be cold without the presence of a significant other to "hold". This sets the tone for the message that is being conveyed, that love is an essential part of a fulfilling life. The singer then expresses the hope that they had for receiving the love they desired after meeting this special someone.
The tone of the song changes towards the end, as it explores the theme of unexpected endings. The singer speaks of laughter and the joy that the two shared, creating a sense of hope that the relationship would endure. However, as suddenly as it began, it ended, leaving the singer heartbroken and yearning for the love they had hoped for.
Overall, the song's message is about the importance of the short-lived, yet impactful moments in life that can bring happiness and hope, as well as the heartbreak that comes with their abrupt end.
Line by Line Meaning
And I thought that life
In my previous experiences, I had an impression that life was dull and unwelcoming
Would be so cold
I had assumed that life would be lifeless with no emotions or warmth
I thought I'd need someone to hold
I believed that I would require someone to be with me during my low times to make me feel secure
Like in the stories I was told
The stories I have heard growing up have influenced my belief in the necessity of having someone to love and support me
And then we met
However, once I met you, my outlook on life changed
I can't forget
Your presence has been imprinted in my memory forever
How we laughed
The moments we spent together were filled with laughters
And then
But unfortunately
Suddenly the end
The good times ended abruptly and without anticipation
I hoped
I was yearning
Hoped for your love
I yearned for your affection and care
For your love
I wished you could come back and be with me again
For your love
I longed for your tenderness and warmth once again
How I hoped
My yearning was intense and profound
For your love
All I wanted was to be loved by you once more
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Written by: ABBEY LINCOLN
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