Darin was a very special and talented entertainer. He was a Grammy award winning singer ('Mack The Knife'), a respected member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ('Dream Lover', 'Splish Splash', 'If I Were A Carpenter') a member of the Songwriters Hall of Fame, a successful record producer, an Oscar nominated actor and a strong supporter of the American Heart Association. Bobby was married to actress Sandra Dee from 1960-1967. They had one son, Dodd, born in December 1961. As a result of complications from a rheumatic heart, Bobby's life was tragically cut short in 1973.
Darin's mother, Vanina Cassotto, had given birth to him when she was 16, and as a result, her parents raised Darin as though he were their son while Vanina was presented off as his elder sister. Darin did not learn the truth about his parentage until he was 32.
For more on Bobby Darin, watch "Beyond the Sea," in which Kevin Spacey portrays the entertainer.
I Want You With Me
Bobby Darin Lyrics
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Someday you'll find a love to last eternally
I want you with me
Everywhere I go … ooh …
You know I love you so.
I'll be the ruler of this whole wide world
If you'll only say you'll be my girl
I want you with me
In everything I do … whoa, ooh …
You know I need you baby
You know I'm in love with you.
There is no mountain that I can't climb
Find me the mountain, child, I'll find the time
I want you with me
Every day of my life … ooh …
You know you can make me happy
Baby, won't you be my wife.
I'll swim an ocean with a ragin' foam
If I know you'll be there when I come back home
I want you with me
You know I love you so … ooh …
Yes, I want you with me baby
Everywhere I go
You know, you know, I want you with me
Yeah, yeah … I love you so … ooh …
Well, I want you with me baby
Everywhere I go.
The lyrics to Bobby Darin's song "I Want You With Me" are a declaration of undying love and devotion. He starts off with a nostalgic memory of his mother telling him that he will one day find someone to love for an eternity. He then goes on to plead with his love not to leave him as he cannot bear the thought of being without her. He wants her to be with him always, no matter where he goes or what he does. He promises to be the ruler of the whole wide world if she agrees to be his girl. He professes that he needs her with him in everything he does and that he is in love with her. He says that there is no obstacle that he cannot overcome as long as she is by his side. He would swim an ocean with raging foam just to come back home to her.
Overall, the song's message is clear - that the singer wants his love to be by his side always. He needs her to be there with him through thick and thin, through every obstacle, and every triumph. He is willing to do whatever it takes to keep her by his side, declaring his love and devotion in every line.
Line by Line Meaning
When I was little, my mama said to me
From a young age, I was taught that long-lasting love was something to aspire to.
Someday you'll find a love to last eternally
My mother instilled in me the idea that one day I would find the perfect love.
I want you with me
I desire to have you by my side.
Everywhere I go … ooh …
No matter where I am, I want you to be there with me.
Please don't leave me
I am deeply afraid of losing you.
You know I love you so.
My love for you is immense and unwavering.
I'll be the ruler of this whole wide world
I am willing to do anything to make you mine.
If you'll only say you'll be my girl
All I need is your commitment to be with me.
In everything I do … whoa, ooh …
My love for you is present in every aspect of my life.
You know I need you baby
I am dependent on you to fill the void in my heart.
You know I'm in love with you.
My feelings for you are those of true and deep love.
There is no mountain that I can't climb
I am willing to face any obstacle to be with you.
Find me the mountain, child, I'll find the time
No matter what challenges arise, I will always make time for you.
Every day of my life … ooh …
I want to spend every moment of my life with you.
You know you can make me happy
Your presence brings immense joy and happiness to my life.
Baby, won't you be my wife.
I am asking for your hand in marriage as a testament to my love and commitment to you.
I'll swim an ocean with a ragin' foam
I am willing to face any danger or discomfort to be by your side.
If I know you'll be there when I come back home
The comfort of knowing you will be there waiting for me makes any struggle worth it.
Yes, I want you with me baby
My love and desire for you are unwavering.
Everywhere I go.
I want you to accompany me on life's journey, wherever it may take us.
Lyrics © HELENE BLUE MUSIQUE LTD
Written by: WOODY HARRIS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Anthony U
Very cool version, I only knew Elvis's version of this great song...thanks for sharing!
David Johnson
I'm an Elvis fan but I love this version too.
jeffty carson
Bobby Darin the voice 50 and 60 . King 👏🎶🎵🎤🎷🎤
Alisa Presley
Спасибо за видео! Только вчера узнала, что эта песня Бобби.
drmjr78
Elvis did many covers - I didn't know this song was one of them - Elvis liked Bobby Darin's music.
califgirl47
Thanks for your diligence to the tempo and your great pictures.
quality333
i would have made priority that radios stations played this song constantly and made sure it became a hit Unfortunate it did not happen that way
RiRi_628
..BD wrote this, too? wow! first time to hear this song and i like it! ... sounds like an Elvis rock 'n roll song :-)... i like 'em both.... ( fr. a new Darin convert :-) ..
IcanFartLOUD
No, he did not write this, it was Woody Harris
Dudu Gicu
Even so, ELVIS IS THE BEST!!!