Yours
Benny Goodman and Helen Forrest Lyrics


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Yours is my heart alone
And without you, life holds no charm

Yours every thought I own,
Our love the theme of every dream

All that makes life seem worthwhile
Dwells in your eyes and the spell of your smile





There is no song half so sweet to me
As your voice whispering I love you dear

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Yours Is My Heart Alone," performed by Benny Goodman and Helen Forrest, speak of a deep and powerful love between two people. The first line establishes the idea that the singer's heart belongs to their loved one alone, and that life is bleak and empty without them. The second line continues this sentiment, emphasizing that every thought and feeling that the singer has is tied up in their loved one. Our love is the theme of every dream, indeed, it consumes the entire emotional landscape of the singer's life.


The third and fourth lines take this idea further, describing the sense of joy and wonder that their loved one brings to their life. All that makes life worth living, the very things that bring meaning and pleasure, are all wrapped up in their lover's presence. Their eyes and smile have a magical quality that enchants and captivates the singer. Finally, the last line brings the song full circle, embracing the simplicity and beauty of a whispered declaration of love. There is nothing sweeter or more meaningful than hearing your loved one tell you that they love you.


Line by Line Meaning

Yours is my heart alone
My heart belongs only to you


And without you, life holds no charm
Life is dull and unexciting without you


Yours every thought I own
I have possession of your every thought


Our love the theme of every dream
Our love is the focus of every dream I have


All that makes life seem worthwhile
Everything that gives life meaning and value


Dwells in your eyes and the spell of your smile
Exists in the captivating beauty of your eyes and the magic of your smile


There is no song half so sweet to me
No other music is as sweet to me


As your voice whispering I love you dear
As hearing you whisper sweet words of love to me, my dear




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: HARRY B. SMITH, FRANZ LEHAR, LUDWIG HERZER, FRITZ LOEHNER

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Great "Big Band and vocalist sound", Heather! Wonderful! Thanks so much for posting it, my friend. Wishing you a wonderful evening! Stay warm :))
Jim

@TheSorrowfulFlower

+Jymster46 Nothing like that big band sound, is there? I'm so glad you enjoyed this one, Jim! Thanks for watching and commenting. Wishing you a wonderful day! Yes, staying warm is a bit challenging here this week--you stay warm, too :))

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terrific sound, thank you Heather. Have a nice day :)

@TheSorrowfulFlower

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@stevecumberledge3562

good music thanks

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@faith4094

Terrific!!!! LOVE this song:))))) Thanks, Heather:)

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