That's All
Brandt Lyrics
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cnd a promise to be near each time you call
cnd the only heart I own
For you and you alone
That's all
That's all
I can only give you country walks in springtime
cnd a hand to hold when leaves begin to fall
Will warm the winter's night
That's all
That's all
There are those I am sure who have told you
They would give you the world for a toy
cll I have are these arms to enfold you
cnd a love time can never destroy
If you're wondering 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 evermore
That's all
That's all
The lyrics to Brandt's song "That's All" express a deep and unwavering love and commitment to someone special. The singer acknowledges that they may not be able to provide material possessions or grand gestures, but they promise to give their love that will endure forever. They offer a constant presence, always available whenever needed. The singer declares that they only have one heart, and it belongs to the person they are addressing. The repetition of "That's all" emphasizes the simplicity and purity of their offering.
The second paragraph further emphasizes the limited material possessions the singer can provide. The mention of "country walks in springtime" evokes a sense of simplicity, tranquility, and a connection to nature. The singer also mentions being there to hold the person's hand during fall, symbolizing their support during difficult times. Their love is described as a burning light that will bring warmth to the coldness of winter nights.
The lyrics also reveal that there may have been others who made grand promises, offering the world as a toy. However, the singer asserts that all they have to offer are their arms to embrace the person and a love that cannot be destroyed by time. They then ask what they are asking for in return, implying that their demands are small and simple. The concluding lines express the desire for the person's love and devotion in return, both in the present and for all eternity.
Overall, the lyrics of "That's All" convey a message of pure, unwavering love and devotion, emphasizing that material possessions are of little importance in comparison to the depth and constancy of their affection.
Line by Line Meaning
I can only give you love that lasts forever
All I have to offer is a love that will never end
And a promise to be near each time you call
I vow to always be by your side whenever you need me
And the only heart I own
I am giving you my whole heart, with no reservations
For you and you alone
My love is exclusively for you, no one else
That's all
These are the only things I can offer
I can only give you country walks in springtime
I can provide simple pleasures like walking in the countryside during spring
And a hand to hold when leaves begin to fall
I'll be there to hold your hand as the leaves start to fall, symbolizing the changing seasons
And a love whose burning light
My love for you is intense and passionate
Will warm the winter's night
My love will provide comfort and warmth even during the coldest of times
There are those I am sure who have told you
I'm aware that others may have promised you grand things
They would give you the world for a toy
They claim they can offer you everything, but it's just empty words
All I have are these arms to enfold you
All I can offer is my embrace to hold you close and make you feel secure
And a love time can never destroy
My love is so strong that it can withstand the test of time
If you're wondering what I'm asking in return, dear
If you're curious about what I want from you in exchange, my love
You'll be glad to know that my demands are small
I have very little expectations or demands
Say it's me that you'll adore
Just declare that you will love and adore me
For now and evermore
Forever and always
That's all
That's everything I desire
That's all
That's all I ask for
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K Lee
Here is an example of a composer singing his own song, of which I've never heard a song writer sing so well.
authorworld
What a lovely voice and a wonderful talent. I'm surprised he isn't more remembered.
LIA
When I first heard his deep voice spill through the speakers I was hit with a nostalgia that wasn't first hand...but it still hit me hard...I tear up every time I hear this now. Just wow, good times<3
James Carson
Forgive me for asking, but were you around at the time? Judging from your picture you look so much younger.
LIA
@James Carson what? nostalgia that is not first hand more like second because no I did not yet exist in 1953, but I can still feel the nostalgia.
Marlene Amry
He and his elder brother, Dick Haymes, had the deep voices that are not heard of these days, but then songs of today are hardly comparable to those of the romantic yesteryears.
juilliardpark
A wonderful song and a wonderful singer.
sandaglad
What a voice!...and very different from his brother Dick Haymes.
Bob Haymes (aka Robert Stanton) deserves to be remembered. Some of his best movie singing was in "Abbott and Costello in Hollywood" (1945).
Thanks for posting.
Lee Larson
I'd never heard of him before this, and had to look him upon the Internet, He's singing with MY VOICE! He's singing like I speak, and I've been told since High School that I have a 'distinctive' voice. I'll have to find more of his recordings. He passed away in 1989.
Clive Fuller-Hale
Lovely vocal...thanks for posting...