Loving You
Ball Michael Lyrics


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Loving you is not a choice
It's who I am
Loving you is not a choice
Not much reason to rejoice
But it gives me purpose
Gives me voice
To say to the world
This is why I live
You are what I live
This is why I live

Loving you is why I do the things I do
Loving you is not in my control
But loving you I have a goal
For what's left of my life
I will live
And I will die
For you

It gives me purpose
Gives me voice
To say to the world
This is why I live
Yes, this is why I live
Loving you is why I do the things I do
Loving you is not in my control
But loving you
I have a goal
For what's left of my life
I will live
And I will die
For you

I will live




And I will die
For you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Ball Michael's song Loving You describe a love that is all-consuming and essential to the singer's identity. He states that his love for the other person is not a choice, but rather an integral part of who he is. Although there may not be much reason to rejoice in this love, it gives him purpose and a voice to proclaim his devotion to the world. The singer explains that this love is why he does the things he does and sets a goal for his life to live and die for the object of his affection.


The lyrics speak to the power of love and the influence it can have on a person's life. It is not something that can be easily controlled or chosen; it is a force that can drive a person to do incredible things. The singer's love for the other person is so profound that it gives him a sense of purpose and direction in life.


The chorus of the song is particularly poignant, with its repetition of the phrase "this is why I live." It is a bold statement from the singer, proclaiming that his love for the other person is his reason for being alive. The final lines of the song, "I will live and I will die for you," signify a level of devotion that is both intense and selfless.


Overall, Loving You conveys a message of deep love and devotion that is both beautiful and heartbreaking. It speaks to the power of love to shape a person's life and provide meaning and purpose.


Line by Line Meaning

Loving you is not a choice
I cannot help but love you


It's who I am
Loving you is an essential part of me


Loving you is not a choice
I am compelled to love you


Not much reason to rejoice
Loving you comes with difficulties and challenges


But it gives me purpose
Loving you makes life worthwhile


Gives me voice
Loving you empowers me


To say to the world
I want to express to others


This is why I live
The reason for my existence is you


You are what I live
You are the reason for my life


This is why I live
The purpose of my life is you


Loving you is why I do the things I do
My actions are motivated by my love for you


Loving you is not in my control
I cannot help but love you


But loving you I have a goal
My love for you gives me a sense of direction


For what's left of my life
For the remaining time I have


I will live
I will continue to exist


And I will die
I will eventually pass away


For you
Motivated by my love for you


It gives me purpose
Loving you gives meaning to my life


Gives me voice
Loving you empowers me to express myself


To say to the world
I want to tell everyone


This is why I live
My life has a purpose because of you


Yes, this is why I live
There is no doubt why I exist


Loving you is why I do the things I do
My actions are motivated by my love for you


Loving you is not in my control
I am compelled to love you


But loving you
Regardless of the challenges


I have a goal
My love for you has a direction


For what's left of my life
For my remaining time


I will live
I will continue to exist


And I will die
Eventually, I will pass away


For you
Motivated by my love for you


I will live
I will continue to exist


And I will die
Eventually, I will pass away


For you
Motivated by my love for you




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JERRY HERMAN

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Comments from YouTube:

@michaelgrandinetti1014

OMG! I cannot get enough of this song.

@IanRob2011

Love the song. Love the singer and his fantastic voice. Thanks for posting

@ofircarmelocrisologo8010

I love this song. So much emotions and grace. It talks about an unrequited love- the most painful kind of love.

@AGMundy

I saw Passion in the West End with Michael Ball several times. This song is one of the key moments. It was deeply moving and one felt convinced by and understood Fosca (the character who sings it) by this song. Passion was the most extraordinary musical theatre experience of my life. I was moved to involuntary tears from the opening bars. The piece is a profound exploration of what it means to love.

@ksk881

Passion is, by far, my favorite in musical theatre. I wasn’t able to see Michael perform the role of Giorgio, but I have the soundtrack. The DVD with Jere Shea and Donna Murphy is amazing! I wish Michael could have had a run at playing Giorgio opposite Donna Murphy’s Fosca. That would have been musical heaven.

@AGMundy

@Karen I thought the casting in both productions was excellent. I preferred the London staging for its use of light and dark. Passion retains its extraordinary power. I wrote to Stephen Sondheim about this and his other work, to which he kindly responded in his typical self-deprecating way - saying my compliments had done his ego no end of good. I'm pleased to read someone else feels as moved as I do.

@kathleencourtenay3805

Loving you so beautiful Michael ❤

@lucyrae65

Where have all these recordings been hiding since 1993? So lovely to see Michael's voice develop more and more over the years as he matures into the wonderful entertainer he is today (2017) Thank you, whoever vevo is!!!!

@jeanmichel6029

Thank you! THANK YOU for uploading this video. Been waiting and waiting. For years since buying Michael's album I've been hoping and waiting for a video of him singing this beautiful, wildly passionate song. Thank you!

@naomigtangonan9583

Great singer, beautiful song!

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