All the Way
Celine Dion/Frank Sinatra Lyrics
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It's no good unless he loves you, all the way
Happy to be near you
When you need someone to cheer you, all the way
Taller than the tallest tree is
That's how it's got to feel
Deeper than the deep blue sea is
When somebody needs you (when somebody needs you)
It's no good unless he needs you (it's no good unless she needs you), all the way
Through the good or lean years
And for all the in between years, come what may (come what may)
Who know where the road will lead us
Only a fool would say (only a fool would say)
But if you'll let me love you
It's for sure I'm gonna love you, all the way, all the way
Taller than the tallest tree is
That's how it's got to feel
Deeper than the deep blue sea is
That's how deep it goes, if it's real
And when somebody needs you (when somebody needs you)
It's no good unless she needs you, all the way
Through the good or lean years
And for all the in between years, come what may (come what may)
Who know where the road will lead us
Only a fool would say
But if you'll let me love you
It's for sure I'm gonna love you, all the way, all the way
I'm gonna love you all the way
In "All The Way," Celine Dion and Frank Sinatra sing about the depths of love and the dedication required in a committed relationship. The first verse emphasizes the importance of loving your partner "all the way" and not just partially. Being near someone and cheering them up when they are down is only fulfilling if that support is given wholeheartedly. The next verse hones in on the intensity of real love, which must be as deep as the ocean and as high as the tallest tree. This genuine love is what makes it worthwhile to weather the ups and downs of life together, in the good times and the bad.
The chorus repeats the phrase "all the way" and underscores the idea that a relationship requires a full commitment to truly thrive. The second verse follows the same structure as the first but slightly changes the words from "he" to "she." This highlights that the song's message is meant for all couples, regardless of gender. The bridge addresses the uncertainty of life, acknowledging that the future is unknown, and no one knows where exactly their journey will lead them. But despite the uncertainty of the future, the singer assures their partner that they will love them "all the way" no matter what.
Line by Line Meaning
When somebody loves you
When someone truly loves you
It's no good unless he loves you, all the way
Their love is not enough if it is not wholehearted and unconditional
Happy to be near you
Delighted to spend time with you
When you need someone to cheer you, all the way
When you require support, they should be there for you with complete devotion
Taller than the tallest tree is
The magnitude of their love eclipses even the greatest of things
That's how it's got to feel
That's the intensity that is required
Deeper than the deep blue sea is
Their love is profound, and goes beyond measure
That's how deep it goes, if it's real
If their love is genuine, it will be that strong
When somebody needs you (when somebody needs you)
When someone requires your presence (when someone requires your presence)
It's no good unless he needs you (it's no good unless she needs you), all the way
Their love is not adequate if it isn't full and sincere
Through the good or lean years
During times of prosperity or hardship
And for all the in between years, come what may (come what may)
And during any other times, whatever may happen
Who know where the road will lead us
Nobody can predict the future outcome of our journey
Only a fool would say (only a fool would say)
Only a fool would claim to know for sure
But if you'll let me love you
If you allow me to love you
It's for sure I'm gonna love you, all the way, all the way
I will undoubtedly love you totally and completely
I'm gonna love you all the way
I will love you completely
Lyrics © Ultra Tunes, TuneCore Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Sammy Cahn, Jimmy Van Heusen
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@aprilgauce
"All The Way"
When somebody loves you
It's no good unless he loves you all the way
Happy to be near you
When you need someone to cheer you all the way
Taller than the tallest tree is
That's how it's got to feel
Deeper than the deep blue sea is
That's how deep it goes if it's real
When somebody needs you
It's no good unless he needs you
(it's no good unless she needs you...)
All the way
Through the good or lean years
And for all those in-between years
(for all those years)
Come what may
Who knows where the road will lead us
Only a fool would say
(only a fool would say)
But if you'll let me love you
It's for sure I'm gonna love you all the way, all the way
Taller than the tallest tree is
That's how it's got to feel
Deeper than the deep blue sea is
That's how deep it goes if it's real
And when somebody needs you
(when somebody needs you)
It's no good unless she needs you all the way
Through the good or lean years
And for all those in-between years
Come what may
(come what may)
Who knows where the road will lead us
Only a fool would say
But if you'll let me love you
It's for sure I'm gonna love you all the way, all the way
I'm gonna love you all the way
@roseface
Celine Dion is literally one of the most spectacular singers of all time. Wow.
@gustavochavez9762
This song will always remind me of my mom, she would drive me to school as a kid & she would play this song & she would sing her part & I would sing his part, I was about 5 or 6 at that time, and it is 2021 & I am 16 now & I finally found this song and played it while I drove my mom to work & we both started crying, I love this song so much it means so much to me.
@gregoriakolber7903
GustavoChavez. Your story is so touching! I have my uncontrolling tears! Remind me of my hubby too! He loved sentimental songs like this! Hope your Mom is still around to listen to this duet! Let us all sing this altogether "all the way"!
@no1hotterk936
I love your post . Made me cry ... beautiful
@Michele-gy1rv
That's a beautiful memory of you and your mom, always cherish her as I'm sure she does you! 💕
@shirleysimms262
I love this song brings me so many memories of my husband 💕
@Larissa_Maciel
Your story made my day!
I hope every mom can share heartwarming memories with their sons
@monbond1
It gives me chills to hear them do this song together. A very beautiful tribute indeed.
@alzanuadeklerk7858
Thats so damn true
@eulaliaschultz6074
I got chills heating this, too! That has only happened to me like one other time in my life!