You Belong To Me
Bobby LaKind Lyrics
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While you look for my reaction
What do you need to know
Don't you know I'll always be the one
You don't have to prove to me you're beautiful to strangers
I've got lovin' eyes of my own
You belong to me
In this life
Any fool can see who you need
I know you all too well
You don't have to prove to me you're beautiful to strangers
I've got lovin' eyes and I can tell
You belong to me
Tell him you were foolin'
You belong to me
You belong to me
Tell him he's a stranger
You belong to me
Bobby LaKind's "You Belong to Me" is a song that speaks to the resiliency of true love. The lyrics in the chorus convey the strong belief the singer has in their relationship, as they declare, "You belong to me in this life; anyone could tell, any fool can see who you need, I know you all too well." This suggests that the two individuals in this relationship have gone through some tough times, but they have come out stronger and closer for it.
The opening lines of the song, "Why'd you tell me this while you look for my reaction, what do you need to know," seem to suggest that the couple has had some issues communicating in the past. The singer is asking why their partner needs to know their reaction, indicating an unwillingness to be vulnerable. However, by the end of the song, the singer is telling their partner to "tell him [a stranger] he's a stranger" and affirming to their partner, "you belong to me," which shows a sense of openness and trust between them.
The song's repetition of "You belong to me" serves as a reminder to the listener that love is powerful, and it can conquer even the toughest of challenges. The use of the phrase "lovin' eyes" and "beautiful to strangers" indicates a sense of protectiveness and loyalty; the singer does not want their partner seeking validation from anyone else but them. In essence, the song's message is that true love can overcome any obstacles and doesn't require external validation.
Line by Line Meaning
Why'd you tell me this
Why did you choose to confide in me and share your thoughts?
While you look for my reaction
While you observe my response to this information you've shared.
What do you need to know
What information are you seeking from me?
Don't you know I'll always be the one
Don't you realize that I will always be here for you?
You don't have to prove to me you're beautiful to strangers
You don't need to demonstrate your physical attractiveness to people you don't know well.
I've got lovin' eyes of my own
I have my own perspective and opinion on what is beautiful.
You belong to me
You are mine, and I have a strong connection to you.
In this life
Throughout our lives.
Anyone could tell
It's evident to anyone who pays attention.
Any fool can see who you need
Even a foolish person can see who you truly need in your life.
I know you all too well
I understand you better than most people.
Tell him you were foolin'
Inform him that you were not serious about your romantic interest in him.
Tell him he's a stranger
Explain to him that he is not as close to you as I am.
You belong to me
I have a strong sense of ownership over you and our relationship.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Elvis Costello
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Shay
I wasn't even born when this song came out but I play it everyday as if I was. 🔥🔥🔥 The soul ❤
Everett Ferguson
This is my jam. Happy to know someone else knows great music 🎵🎶
Tasha Griffin
I'm from 77 my goodness he can definitely do a date me lol.
Stop it
Anthony Lee
Oldies are goodies
mvb819
Post that. An old man wants to see/hear it
John Ledington
He sounded just as good live as on record, a wonderful singer.
Linda Spruill
He will always be in the top five of my all-time favorite artists!
StrimbuLand
Real voice, real hair, real talent!!! Don't see that these days.....
ARS-1
Music like this will never be outdone
tami
Mesmerized by the beard, the hair, the voice... those were the days!