Dearest
Buddy Holly Lyrics
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Please don't ever ummm yeah, ever say we'll part
You scold, and you're so bold
Years together ummm yeah, our love will grow old
Ummm yeah, our love will grow old
You may-ay-ay-ay be a million miles away
Please believe me ummm yeah, when you hear me say
Come ho-o-o-ome, keep me from these sleepless nights
Try my love again ummm yeah
I'm gonna treat you right, ummm yeah, I'm gonna treat you right
The song "Dearest" by Buddy Holly is a love song that expresses the depth of the singer's love and devotion for his partner. The opening line "Dearest, though you're the nearest to my heart" signifies the importance of the partner to the singer, not just in terms of distance but also in terms of emotional presence. The singer implores the partner to never say they'll part, emphasizing how important the relationship is to him. The partner scolds him but the singer willingly accepts it, indicating that he is not perfect but is willing to grow old with his love. The outro repeats "our love will grow old" reiterating this desire for a lifelong commitment.
The next verse suggests that physical distance does not affect the singer's love for his partner. Even though they may be miles apart, the singer assures his partner that he loves her. He also adds a plea for the partner to come back home to keep him from these sleepless nights. The final line "I'm gonna treat you right" conveys the singer's desire to make things right in their relationship and implies that there may have been problems between them before.
Overall, the song exhibits a lover's passion, commitment, and desire for a lifelong relationship. The lyrics convey a deep-seated love that is willing to accept imperfections and overcome the barriers of physical distance. It's a sentiment that resonates even today, making it a timeless classic.
Line by Line Meaning
Dearest, though you're the nearest to my heart
My dearest one, even though you're closest to my heart
Please don't ever ummm yeah, ever say we'll part
Please don't allow the words of separation ever leave your mouth
You scold, and you're so bold
You can be critical and assertive
Years together ummm yeah, our love will grow old
As we age, our love will only strengthen and deepen
Ummm yeah, our love will grow old
Yes, our love will mature with time
You may-ay-ay-ay be a million miles away
Even if you're far from me
Please believe me ummm yeah, when you hear me say
Trust me when I say
I love you, I love you
That I love you deeply, I really do
Come ho-o-o-ome, keep me from these sleepless nights
Please come back to me and keep me from losing sleep
Try my love again ummm yeah
Give our love another chance, I believe it's worth it
I'm gonna treat you right, ummm yeah, I'm gonna treat you right
I promise to treat you well and make things right between us
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Ellas Mcdaniels, Prentice Herman Jr. Polk, Samuel Robert Gibson
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