Save Your Kisses for Me
Brotherhood of Man Lyrics


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Though it hurts to go away
It's impossible to stay
But there's one thing I must say before I go
I love you you know
I'll be thinking of You in most everything I do
Now the time is moving on
And I really should be gone
But You keep me hanging on for one more smile
I love you all the while
With your cute little way
Will You promise that you'll save your

Kisses for me
Save all your kisses for me
Bye bye baby bye bye
Don't cry honey don't cry
Gonna walk out the door
But I'll soon be back for more

Kisses for me
Save all your kisses for me
So long honey so long
Hang on baby hang on
Don't You dare me to stay
Cause You know I'll have to say

That I've got to work each day
And that's why I go away
But I count the seconds till I'm home with You
I love you it's true
You're so cute honey, gee
Won't you save them up for me, your

Kisses for me
Save all your kisses for me
Bye bye baby bye bye
Don't cry honey don't cry
Gonna walk out the door
But I'll soon be back for more

Kisses for me
Save all your kisses for me
So long honey so long
Hang on baby hang on
Don't you dare me to stay
'Cause you know
You've got to save your

Kisses for me
Save all your kisses for me
Bye bye baby bye bye
Don't cry honey don't cry




Won't You save them for me
Even though you're only three...

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Brotherhood of Man's "Save Your Kisses for Me" tell a story of a relationship that is strained by distance, as one partner must leave for work but promises to return. The opening lines express the pain of leaving, stating that although it is impossible to stay, there is something that must be said before departing - "I love you, you know." The singer then explains that they will be thinking of their partner even though they must be apart, and that while it is time to leave, they are being kept hanging on for one more smile. The chorus then declares the titular message: to save all kisses for when the singer returns, and they will soon be back for more. The final verse affirms the singer's love and affection for their partner, asking them to save their kisses because they will be counting down the seconds until they are home.


The lyrics of "Save Your Kisses for Me" are simple and straightforward, but they convey a relatable sentiment of missing someone you love while being away from them - whether it's due to work or another reason. The chorus is especially memorable, with its catchy melody and message of devotion. The song won the Eurovision Song Contest in 1976 and became a massive hit around the world, earning the group international fame and acclaim.


Line by Line Meaning

Though it hurts to go away
Leaving is painful


It's impossible to stay
Staying is not an option


But there's one thing I must say before I go
I have something important to tell you


I love you you know
I have strong feelings for you


I'll be thinking of You in most everything I do
You will always be on my mind


Now the time is moving on
Time is passing by quickly


And I really should be gone
I need to leave


But You keep me hanging on for one more smile
You make it hard for me to leave


I love you all the while
I love you always


With your cute little way
I find you endearing


Will You promise that you'll save your
Can you guarantee that you will


Kisses for me
Save your kisses for me


Save all your kisses for me
Keep them for when I come back


Bye bye baby bye bye
Goodbye for now


Don't cry honey don't cry
Please don't be sad


Gonna walk out the door
I am going to leave


But I'll soon be back for more
I will return


So long honey so long
Farewell for now


Hang on baby hang on
Please wait for me


Don't you dare me to stay
Don't try to make me stay


Cause you know
You understand


You've got to save your
It's important to hold onto


Even though you're only three...
Even though you are young and innocent




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: TONY HILLER, MARTIN LEE, LEE SHERIDEN

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@luigicellauro407

Eurovision winner when It was still watchable. A Lost era ...

@SilverPhoenix47

I used to cringe when my dad sang this song .. wish I could hear him sing this to me now .. RIP daddy❤

@SuperMustseetv

You will hear him again.x

@passkat

Nicole x that's exactly my position I'm in. Loved it as a small child

@skankhunt-nx3kt

Some day he will be singing it again but you will be with him.

@helen30ish

AWW bless!! My dad use to sing this to me. I feel exactly as you did. Use to tell him to shut up! cringe also. HA!! In front of my mates as i was going out.

@hman2912

So sad to hear. My Dad used to sing it too and I never truely felt it until having kids of my own

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@janereynolds1623

My dad is 87 and on palliative care. I loved this song growing up . My dad was unusual for his time . Adored playing with me and my sister and worshipped my mum and a devout Christian. Thank you daddy

@rajeshhanda123456789

I used too sing this song to my mother in '76 , sadly I can't anymore as she passed away this June. Love u mum.

@averilloanthony7527

You are always with her, she is in you, she created you, and she is always with you in spirit and you can listen to this and feel her presence even more,, ❤️👌

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