May it always Be
Bonnie 'Prince' Billy Lyrics
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May I call you, may I call you, may I call you mine ?
And you, unknown, have been with me
May it always, may it always, may it always be
Please don't leave my side
Remember I love you
None of what I have done wrong
If you love me, and I'm weak
Then weaker you must love me more
To re-enforce what's also strong
And all the love we have in store
By example you show me that living's alright
Stay here with me, stay here with me, stay with me tonight
And come with me when I go into the bedroom
And we'll play bride and we'll play bride and we'll play bride and groom
If you had not been born you know
What would I, what would I be then ?
I would not have had strength to grow
And be counted and be counted among men
Please don't leave my side
Remember I love you
None of what I have done wrong
Was really done against you
If you love me, and I'm weak
Then weaker you must love me more
To re-enforce what's also strong
And all the love we have in store
In the morning we'll wrestle
And ruin our stomachs with coffee
Won't we be won't we be won't be happy
And we will rise in anger love and ardor
Shining shining sparkling shining
Shimmering in love's armour
The song "May it always Be" by Bonnie 'Prince' Billy is a love song that expresses a deep sense of commitment and reassurance. The singer begins by acknowledging that he has been with his beloved for a long time and asks if he can call her his. The phrase "May it always be" is repeated multiple times, emphasizing the desire for a lasting and unwavering connection between the two of them. The singer also expresses his gratitude for the unknown person who has been with him through thick and thin, perhaps highlighting the mystery and beauty of love.
The second verse continues the theme of commitment and love, with the singer asking his beloved not to leave his side and assuring her that his mistakes are not a reflection of his feelings for her. He acknowledges his weaknesses and asks for her love to reinforce the strength of their relationship. The phrase "If you love me, and I'm weak, then weaker you must love me more" is particularly poignant and demonstrates the depth of the singer's vulnerability in expressing his feelings.
The final verse paints a picture of a happy future together, with the couple wrestling in the morning and enjoying coffee. The song ends with the repeated phrase "Shining shining sparkling shining, shimmering in love's armor," reinforcing the idea that their love is a source of strength and protection.
Overall, "May it Always Be" is a touching and introspective tribute to the power of love and the deep connection between two people.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been with you for a fairly long time
We have been together for a significant period
May I call you, may I call you, may I call you mine ?
Can I have the honor of calling you mine?
And you, unknown, have been with me
I don't know who you were before we met, but you have been with me since.
May it always, may it always, may it always be
May our love last forever.
Please don't leave my side
I want you to stay with me.
Remember I love you
Don't forget that I love you.
None of what I have done wrong
I admit my faults
Was really done against you
But I did not intend to hurt you.
If you love me, and I'm weak
If you truly love me even when I am at my weakest,
Then weaker you must love me more
You should love me even more at my weakest.
To re-enforce what's also strong
It will strengthen our love even further.
And all the love we have in store
All the love we have yet to give.
By example you show me that living's alright
You teach me that life is worth living by setting an example.
Stay here with me, stay here with me, stay with me tonight
Spend the night with me.
And come with me when I go into the bedroom
Join me in the intimacy of the bedroom.
And we'll play bride and we'll play bride and we'll play bride and groom
We'll indulge in the act of playing house, pretending to be a couple.
If you had not been born you know
If you were not alive,
What would I, what would I be then ?
How would my life be different without you?
I would not have had strength to grow
I would not have the power to thrive.
And be counted and be counted among men
And be recognized as one of the people.
In the morning we'll wrestle
We'll use play fighting as a way to start our day.
And ruin our stomachs with coffee
We'll drink too much coffee and pay for it later.
Won't we be won't we be won't be happy
We'll be joyful and excited.
And we will rise in anger love and ardor
We'll wake up filled with passion and emotion.
Shining shining sparkling shining
We'll radiate with love and shine bright.
Shimmering in love's armor
Our love will protect us and make us invincible.
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