I Will
Barbara Dickson Lyrics


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Who knows how long I've loved you?
You know I love you still
Will I wait a lonely lifetime?
If you want me to, I will

And if I ever saw you
I didn't catch your name
But it never really mattered
I will always feel the same

Love you forever and forever
Love you with all my heart
Love you whenever we're together
Love you when we're apart

Love you forever and forever
Love you with all my heart
Love you whenever we're together
Love you when we're apart

And when at last I find you
Your song will fill the air
Sing it loud so I can hear you
Make it easy to be near you
For the things you do endear you to me
Oh, you know I will
You know I will




I will
You know I will

Overall Meaning

Barbara Dickson's "I Will" is a beautiful love song that expresses an enduring and unconditional love. The lyrics depict the singer's undying love for someone they have loved for a long time, even though they may not have seen them in person or know their name. The singer promises to wait for this person for as long as it takes and to love them forever with all their heart, whether they are together or apart.


The second stanza further emphasizes that the singer's love is constant and unwavering. They imagine a future where they finally find the person they love and their song fills the air, making it easy to be near them. The singer is completely devoted to this person and the things they do only endear them more. The last line "oh, you know I will" reiterates the singer's commitment to their love, no matter the circumstances.


Overall, "I Will" is a beautiful declaration of love that tugs at the heartstrings. It portrays a pure, enduring, and unchanging love that is willing to wait a lifetime for the person they love.


Line by Line Meaning

Who knows how long I've loved you?
I am unsure how long my love for you has existed.


You know I love you still
Regardless of time, my affection for you remains unchanging.


Will I wait a lonely lifetime?
Will I endure the duration of my life, devoid of companionship?


If you want me to, I will
I am willing to wait if it is what you desire.


And if I ever saw you
In the instance that I encountered you


I didn't catch your name
I did not learn your name


But it never really mattered
Nonetheless, it had no significant importance


I will always feel the same
My feelings for you shall remain unaltered.


Love you forever and forever
My love for you is eternal.


Love you with all my heart
My affection for you stems from the depths of my being.


Love you whenever we're together
My adoration for you is present when we are in each other's company.


Love you when we're apart
Even in times of separation, I still love you.


And when at last I find you
When I eventually reunite with you


Your song will fill the air
The melody you produce will permeate the atmosphere.


Sing it loud so I can hear you
Sing with exuberance, so that I may appreciate your voice.


Make it easy to be near you
Let your music create an inviting environment for me to be in your presence.


For the things you do endear you to me
Your actions and mannerisms make me grow fonder of you.


Oh, you know I will
I assure you, I will do all of the aforementioned things.


You know I will
There is no doubt in my mind that I will fulfill these promises.


I will
I wholeheartedly vow to love and cherish you for all eternity.




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@tectoramia-sz1lu

Barbara Dickson's voice is like liquid gold. She hits the high notes without screeching.
I saw her in concert twice. She was a much under rated singer in the UK.

@billwatt2528

I totally agree. We saw her in Peterborough a few years ago. A very good voice

@mcmaximon1

One of those pure smooth voices like Karen Carpenter! A pitch perfect tone

@natashagomes-george2214

This song is 40 years old. Still sounds amazing in 2023

@andrewgahan3568

May 2023 Friday 1045pm😊

@marlenesullivan3113

​@@andrewgahan3568JUNE 2023
& FOREVER, AN EVERLASTING SONG

@magdalenaengstrand7511

😮😮

@jencoops3468

How true, so exquisite.

@edwardtannahill6297

They are still so beautiful. I'm not so sure about me; timeless talent.

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@ank6043

I really love this duet!
'No one in your life is with you constantly. No one is completely on your side'. So true!

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