In His Touch
Céline Dion Lyrics


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Forgive me, don't know where to start
I guess we've come to the serious part
I need to find out
If there's a chance for us?

Don't give me that same old look
It won't win me over
Don't give me that same old speech
You don't have to speak at all

You can say you love me
That I'm your perfect crush
How it hurts to need someone that much
You can swear you mean it
But that ain't good enough
'Cause when a man loves a woman it is all
In his touch

I wish you could you see, yeah
Just how simple it's supposed to be
'Cause now that we've come this far
We don't want to loose it, no
If you want to win my heart
Baby, just shut your mouth

You can say you love me
That I'm your perfect crush
How it hurts to need someone that much
You can swear you mean it
But that ain't good enough
'Cause when a man loves a woman it is all
In his touch?

Then words don't mean that much

You can say you love me
That I'm your perfect crush
How it hurts to need someone that much
You can swear you mean it
But that ain't good enough




'Cause when a man loves a woman it is all
In his touch?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Celine Dion's song "In His Touch" depict a romantic situation where the singer, who seems to have been hurt before, begs her partner to prove his love through his actions and physical presence. The song starts with an apology as the singer admits she doesn't know where to start, but she wants to address the issue at hand. The "serious part" most likely refers to the state of their relationship, which requires both parties to determine whether there is a chance for them as a couple. The uncertainty in the singer's tone highlights the delicate nature of the conversation and the weight of the decision they must make.


The chorus is a plea for the partner to prove his love through his touch and actions, rather than just his words. The repetition of the line "You can say you love me" underscores the singer's skepticism toward the partner's feelings. She needs more than just words and speeches; she requires a tangible demonstration of his love beyond empty promises. The line, "When a man loves a woman it is all in his touch" is likely a reference to the popular song of the same name by Percy Sledge. The line suggests that actions speak louder than words when it comes to love, and it's not what a man says but what he does that reflects his love for a woman. The stanza "Then words don't mean that much" reinforces this view.


Overall, "In His Touch" is a poignant and heartfelt plea for deeper love and commitment, emphasizing the importance of actions over words. The singer needs to see and feel that her partner's love is real and not just an empty promise. The song's lyrics expertly weave in themes of doubt, vulnerability, and hope as the singer navigates the complex realm of romance.


Line by Line Meaning

Forgive me
Apologies for not knowing how to deal with the situation.


Don't know where to start
Unsure of how to initiate the conversation.


I guess we've come to
Acknowledging the seriousness of the current state of the relationship.


The serious part
Highlighting the importance of this stage in the relationship.


I need to find out
Expressing the desire to know the truth about the relationship.


If there's a chance
Exploring the possibility of a future relationship.


For us?
Inquiring whether the other person is willing to start or revive a relationship.


Don't give me that same old look
Requesting the other person to avoid being predictable.


It won't win me over
Stating that the predictable behavior is not impressive.


Don't give me that same old speech
Requesting originality in communication.


You don't have to speak at all
Suggesting that the other person should consider non-verbal communication.


You can say you love me
Acknowledging the possibility of declarations of love.


That I'm your perfect crush
Acknowledging the possibility of being a potential lover.


How it hurts to need someone that much
Recognizing the pain that arises from being emotionally dependent on someone.


You can swear you mean it
Acknowledging the possibility of sincere intentions.


But that ain't good enough
Emphasizing that good intentions don't necessarily guarantee a positive outcome.


'cause when a man loves a woman it is all
Highlighting that love is characterized by actions more than words.


In his touch
Emphasizing the importance of physical forms of affection.


I wish you could you see (yeah)
Expressing the importance of understanding the simple nature of love.


Just how simple
Emphasizing the idea that love is not complicated, but rather simple.


It's supposed to be
Arguing that love should be approached with simplicity.


Cause now that we've come this far
Acknowledging the progress that has been made in the relationship.


We don't want to loose it
Emphasizing that the current relationship is worth preserving.


If you want to win my heart
Indicating that there is a possibility of a positive outcome in the relationship.


Baby just shut your mouth
Suggesting that the other person should stop talking and instead take action.


Then words don't mean that much
Highlighting that love is more about actions than words.




Lyrics © OLE MEDIA MANAGEMENT LP, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Martin Karl Sandberg, Rami Yacoub

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@jessle195

Lyrics:

Forgive me
Don't know where to start
I guess we've come to
The serious part
I need to find out
If there's a chance
For us...

Don't give me that same old look
It won't win me over
Don't give me that same old speech
You don't have to speak at all

You can say you love me
That I'm your perfect crush
How it hurts to need someone that much
You can swear you mean it
But that ain't good enough
Cuz when a man loves a woman it is all
In his touch

I wish you could see (yeah)
Just how simple
It's supposed to be

'Cause now that we've come this far
We don't want to lose it
If you wanna win my heart
Baby just shut your mouth

You can say you love me
That I'm your perfect crush
How it hurts to need someone that much
You can swear you mean it
But that ain't good enough
Cuz when a man loves a woman it is all
In his touch...

...then words don't mean that much



@novinadia9117

Forgive me...

Don't know where to start
I guess we've come to

The serious part
I need to find out

If there's a chance
For us...
Don't give me that same old look
It won't win me over

Don't give me that same old speech
You don't have to speak at all
You can say you love me
That I'm your perfect crush

How it hurts to need someone that much
You can swear you mean it
But that ain't good enough
'Cause when a man loves a woman it is all

In his touch

I wish you could see
(Yeah)
Just how simple
It's supposed to be
'Cause now that we've come this far
We don't want to lose it
If you wanna win my heart
Baby just shut your mouth
You can say you love me
That I'm your perfect crush
How it hurts to need someone that much
You can swear you mean it
But that ain't good enough
'Cause when a man loves a woman it is all
In his touch...
Then words don't mean that much

You can say you love me

That I'm your perfect crush
How it hurts to need someone that much
You can swear you mean it
But that ain't good enough
'Cause when a man loves a woman it is all
In his touch...



All comments from YouTube:

@RodrigoSilva-rx7fn

Lembro me perfeitamente de quando essa música foi lançada; eu tinha 18 anos. Eu esperava e corria pra perto do radio de pilha para escutar toda vez que tocava.por incrível que pareça a emoção é a mesma! Bons tempos aqueles...muita coisa era melhor do que hj a música inclusive. Celine é a minha diva de ontem hoje amanhã e sempre! Aliás de toda à eternidade! Quantas alegrias e emoções ela me(nos) proporcionou ao longo de todo esses anos. E detalhe:sem perder a maestria e a relevância que continuam inabaláveis .

@Crousus7

Beautiful ❤

@michelledean5243

Celine, you are one of the most amazing vocalist I've ever heard. Love your music.

@matildaray149

Any single moment I listen to this heartwarming song,tears just fall down my cheeks 😩😩

@derekviel6449

Reminds me of my ex-wife who thought I didn't love her. I worked so hard to protect us, so we could have the babies, I had nothing left when I came home. I used to pray for the strength to finish so I didn't have be so tightly wound that I wouldn't fall apart.

@dahanesabra8870

So emotional. Il love it since i have been 15 years old

@eveadeola9983

🤣😜

@ranks_sensei2717

🤣😛

@eveadeola9983

@RanKs_Sensei 😍😘🤣💍

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@adalmirsilva9731

Como não amar Céline. Todos os álbuns marcaram momentos maravilhosos na minha vidaaaa.

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