I've Been Wrong So Long
Bobby 'Blue' Bland Lyrics
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Until I held you in my arms
My love, oh yes, I know that I've been wrong for so long
My darling, let me make love to you
Come on and tell me what you want me to do
For I know, oh, yes, I know that I've been wrong for so long
I've got a feeling, I just can't reveal it
This empty feeling will soon be filled
No, you never really live
Until you learn to love
Yes, I've been wrong, I've been wrong for so long
Lord, I've been loved, just to keep me strong
Got a love, oh, yes, I know
That I've been so wrong
For so long
The lyrics to Bobby 'Blue' Bland's song "I've Been Wrong So Long" speak of the realization of love's strength after finally experiencing it, and of expressing regret for not having discovered this earlier. The singer expresses his love and acknowledges that he has been wrong for not recognizing it earlier. He also talks about the impact of his beloved's presence on him, saying that being near her makes him unable to conceal his emotions. He anticipates that this empty feeling inside of him will be filled now that he has learned to love.
Overall, the song is about the transformative power of love, and how it creates a sense of completeness that was missing before. It is a testimony to the joy and richness that love brings to life, and the regret of not having experienced it earlier. The song is told from the perspective of someone who has realized what was missing in their life, who is trying to make amends and learn to love fully.
Line by Line Meaning
I never knew love could be so strong
I was unaware of how powerful love can be
Until I held you in my arms
My realization came only after I embraced you
My love, oh yes, I know that I've been wrong for so long
I am acknowledging that my prior actions were misguided and hurtful
My darling, let me make love to you
I want to express my love physically
Come on and tell me what you want me to do
I am willing to do whatever pleases you
For I know, oh, yes, I know that I've been wrong for so long
I am aware that my past behavior was incorrect and apologize for my actions
I've got a feeling, I just can't reveal it
I have a strong sensation, but am unable to express it verbally
But when you are near me, I just can't conceal it
I cannot hide my emotions when you are in my presence
This empty feeling will soon be filled
My current sense of emptiness will soon be replaced with contentment
No, you never really live
Without love, life is lacking
Until you learn to love
Learning how to love is essential to a fulfilling existence
Yes, I've been wrong, I've been wrong for so long
Once again, I acknowledge my wrongdoing
Lord, I've been loved, just to keep me strong
The love I have received in the past has helped me endure difficult times
Got a love, oh, yes, I know
I possess love now and am aware of its importance
That I've been so wrong
Despite my current understanding, my past actions were still incorrect
For so long
This has been a prolonged issue in need of resolution
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DON ROBEY, RAY AGEE
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