That's All
Bill Elliott Lyrics

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I can only give you love that lasts forever,
And the promise to be near each time you call,
And the only heart I own is yours and yours alone, that's all, that's all.
I can only give you country walks in springtime,
And a hand to hold when leaves begin to fall,
And a love whose burning light to warm the winter night, that's all, that's all.
There are those I am sure who have told you,
They will give you the world for a toy.

All I ask for these arms to enfold you, and a love, time can never destroy.
If you're wond'ring what I'm asking in return, dear,

You'll be glad to know that my demands are small.
Say it's me that you'll adore for now and ever more, that's all, that's all.

Overall Meaning

In "That's All," Bill Elliott sings about the unending love that he has for the person listening to the song. Elliott sings that though he may not have riches or material possessions to give, he can promise to always be there for his love and hold their hand through hard times. His love is demonstrated through simple yet meaningful acts like country walks in the springtime and keeping them warm on cold winter nights. He emphasizes that though others may promise the world, his love is true and everlasting. All he asks is for the person to love him in return and promise to be together forever.

The song's message is simple yet powerful, it highlights that true love is not about material possessions or grand gestures. Instead, it's the moments shared, memories created, and loyalty to one another that lasts a lifetime. The lyrics are a declaration of love, and it's an appeal to the person listening that true love is not about what someone can give materially but what they can offer that is abstract, and can only be demonstrated through action. The song is a reminder that the most profound things in life are often the most simple.

Line by Line Meaning

I can only give you love that lasts forever,
I can only offer you an enduring love that will last a lifetime.

And the promise to be near each time you call,
I promise to be there for you whenever you need me.

And the only heart I own is yours and yours alone, that's all, that's all.
My heart belongs to you and you only, and I wouldn't have it any other way.

I can only give you country walks in springtime,
I may not be able to give you expensive gifts, but I can offer nature walks and cherished moments together.

And a hand to hold when leaves begin to fall,
I will always be there for you, especially during the tough times.

And a love whose burning light to warm the winter night, that's all, that's all.
My love for you is fierce and passionate, and it will always keep you warm even during the coldest nights.

There are those I am sure who have told you,
I know there may be others who promise you the world.

They will give you the world for a toy.
But they only see you as a toy and their affection is superficial and short-lived.

All I ask for these arms to enfold you, and a love, time can never destroy.
All I want is to embrace you in my arms and provide you with a love that is unbreakable and timeless.

If you're wond'ring what I'm asking in return, dear,
If you're curious about what I want in exchange for my love,

You'll be glad to know that my demands are small.
You'll be relieved to hear that my expectations aren't extravagant.

Say it's me that you'll adore for now and ever more, that's all, that's all.
All I ask is that you love me now and forever, and that's enough for me.

Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BOB HAYMES

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