Dedicated To You
Carmen McRae; Shirley Horn Lyrics
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That brought me fame and fortune too,
That book would be,
Like my heart and me,
Dedicated to you.
And if I should paint a picture too
That showed the loveliness of you,
Like my heart and me,
Dedicated to you.
To you,
Because your love is the beacon that lights up my way.
To you,
Because with you I know a lifetime could be just one heavenly day.
If I should find a twinkling star,
One half as wondrous as you are,
That star would be
Like my heart and me,
Dedicated to you.
To you,
Because your love is the beacon that lights up my way.
To you,
Because with you I know a lifetime could be just one heavenly day.
If I should find a twinkling star,
One half as wondrous as you are,
That star would be
Like my heart and me,
Dedicated to you.
"Dedicated to You" is a romantic ballad that speaks to the depth of love that the singer has for the subject. The lyrics of the song detail the passion and admiration that the singer has for their loved one. The first two verses of the song highlight the extent to which the singer would go to convey their love. The singer emphatically notes that any book they have written or even a picture they've painted would be a testament to their feelings for their significant other.
The third verse makes use of vivid imagery, as the singer speaks of a twinkling star. The star, if found, would be a representation of the love they have for their beloved. The song's chorus emphasizes how much the singer values and appreciates their loved one. They describe them as a beacon of light, illuminating their path in life. The line "with you I know a lifetime could be just one heavenly day" speaks to the timelessness of their love.
The song is a beautiful tribute to the power of love and the extraordinary things that it inspires us to do. It highlights the depth of symbiosis that exists between two individuals in love, where the singer puts their own struggles, joys, experiences into creative output in dedication to their loved one.
Line by Line Meaning
If I should write a book for you
If I were to write a book for you about my life, experiences and feelings, sharing all that I am, in hopes of gaining fame and fortune, it would be a true reflection of my heart which belongs to you.
That brought me fame and fortune too,
The book I write will bring me more than just fame or fortune, but instead I hope it leads me to be closer to you, for you are the one that's most important to me.
That book would be,
The book I wrote would be about my past, my present, my happiness and struggles, everything that has shaped the person I am becoming, all dedicated to you.
Like my heart and me,
Just like the condition of my heart, the book I write will speak its truth and sincerity and it will reflect the depth of my love for you.
Dedicated to you.
In every page, every word, there will be a declaration of my love for you, my commitment and my devotion, as it is dedicated solely to you.
And if I should paint a picture too
Should I also create a piece of art that portrays the beauty and wonder of life, I would choose to make it a masterpiece dedicated to you.
That showed the loveliness of you,
The painting will express the joy that your love brings into my life, highlighting all the wonderful qualities and unique characteristics that I adore about you.
My art would be,
The art I create will not be just artworks for display; it will be a genuine representation of our love, bringing to life all the special moments and feelings that we share together.
To you,
All the works of art I create, the book I wrote, and everything that I do will be my way of showing my love and dedication to you.
Because your love is the beacon that lights up my way.
I'm guided by your love, which is like a guiding light towards happiness and fulfillment, shining bright whenever I'm lost in life's complexities.
Because with you I know a lifetime could be just one heavenly day.
You bring me so much joy and happiness that time seems to freeze when I'm with you; A single day with you feels like a lifetime of heavenly bliss.
If I should find a twinkling star,
If I should come across the marvels of this universe, and find a star shining bright, I would dedicate it to you to show how special you are.
One half as wondrous as you are,
No matter how spectacular or magnificent the universe may be, none of it can compare to the wondrous qualities that you possess.
That star would be
That star, shining bright in the sky, would be dedicated to you, as it embodies the brilliance and magnificence of our love.
Like my heart and me,
As my heart is with you, so is my love; Pure, unconditional and will remain so forever and always.
Dedicated to you.
Every creation, every experience and every moment we share, is dedicated to you – my love, my life, and my source of joy and happiness.
Lyrics © HELENE BLUE MUSIQUE LTD , IMAGEM U.S. LLC , Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: HY ZARET, SAMMY CAHN, SAUL CHAPLIN
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