It Had to Be You
Cass Daley Lyrics

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It had to be you, it had to be you.
I wandered around and finally found the somebody who
Could make me be true, could make me feel blue,
And even be glad just to be sad thinkin' of you.

Some others I've seen might never be mean
Might never be cross or try to be boss,
But they wouldn't do.

For nobody else gave me a thrill.
With all your faults, I love you still,
It had to be you, wonderful you,
It had to be you.

It had to be you, it had to be you.
I wandered around and finally found somebody who
Could make me be true, could make me be blue,
And even be glad just to be sad thinkin' of you.

Some others I've seen might never be mean
Might never be cross or try to be boss,
But they wouldn't do.

For nobody else gave me a thrill.
With all your faults, I love you still.

It had to be you, wonderful you

It had to be you.

Overall Meaning

Cass Daley's song "It Had to Be You" is a celebration of the idea that some relationships are destined to be. The song speaks to the moment when someone finds the one person who can make them feel true emotion and who can bring out the best in them, even when those emotions are sometimes painful or difficult. The lyrics also reflect the idea that this person, flaws and all, is the only one who can generate the thrill that comes with true love.

The song has a timeless quality to it, and it has been sung by many artists since it was first recorded in the 1920s. Cass Daley's version has a bouncy, upbeat feel that perfectly captures the joy and excitement of finding that special someone. Her delivery is full of energy and enthusiasm, and she infuses the song with a sense of wonder and delight.

At its core, "It Had to Be You" is a romantic song that celebrates the idea of soulmates and true love. The lyrics capture the magic and mystery of falling in love, and they speak to the intense emotions that can come with the experience. The song is a tribute to the power of love to transform lives and to the idea that some people are simply meant to be together.

Line by Line Meaning

It had to be you, it had to be you.
Out of everyone in the world, it could only be you that completes me.

I wandered around and finally found the somebody who
After a long search, I found someone who makes me feel content and fulfilled.

Could make me be true, could make me feel blue,
You have the power to inspire me to be honest and vulnerable.

And even be glad just to be sad thinkin' of you.
Just the thought of you, even in sad times, brings me joy.

Some others I've seen might never be mean
I've met many people who are kind and gentle.

Might never be cross or try to be boss,
They may never raise their voice or try to control others.

But they wouldn't do.
But they could never give me what you do.

For nobody else gave me a thrill.
No one else makes me feel as excited and alive as you do.

With all your faults, I love you still,
Despite your imperfections, my love for you remains unchanged.

It had to be you, wonderful you,
You are the only one who fits perfectly with me, and I couldn't be happier.

It had to be you.
You were always meant to be in my life, and I am forever grateful for finding you.