Love Me
Cleo Laine;Mark Whitfield Lyrics
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You won't believe me that I love you only
I'd rather be lonely than happy with somebody else
You might find the night time the right time for kissing
But night time is my time for just reminiscing
Regretting instead of forgetting with somebody else
There'll be no else unless that someone is you, you, you
I intend to be independently blue
I want your love but I don't want to borrow
I have it today and give back tomorrow
For my love is your love but there's no love for nobody else
Cleo Laine, "Love Me" by Mark Whitfield, is a song that explores the pains and struggles of love. The lyrics depict someone who desires love but is cautious about giving their heart away. The opening line "Love me or leave me and let me be lonely" is a plea to a lover to decide what they want. The song's protagonist seems hurt by the lack of reciprocity in the relationship but remains steadfast in their position. They are willing to be lonely rather than settling for someone who cannot reciprocate their love.
The lyrics take us through a journey of someone who craves love but guards themselves against getting hurt. They are caught between their desire for love and their unwillingness to settle for a partner who does not meet their needs. It is a relatable message to anyone who has been in a romantic relationship. Everyone wants to love and be loved, but sometimes the fear of heartbreak can be paralyzing. The song encourages us to hold onto the hope that the right person will come along.
Line by Line Meaning
Love me or leave me and let me be lonely
If you love me, stay - if not, go. Don't string me along and make me feel lonely with false promises of affection.
You won't believe me that I love you only
Despite what you may think or what others may say, I truly love only you.
I'd rather be lonely than happy with somebody else
Even if being with someone else made me happy, it wouldn't compare to the fulfillment I feel from being with you. I would rather be alone than with someone else.
You might find the night time the right time for kissing
You may prefer to be romantic and affectionate at night.
But night time is my time for just reminiscing
For me, night time is a time for personal reflection and introspection.
Regretting instead of forgetting with somebody else
Thinking of the past and the memories shared with someone else brings me sadness and regret, rather than healing and closure.
There'll be no else unless that someone is you, you, you
If I were to move on from you, it would only be if someone else could match the depth and purity of my feelings for you.
I intend to be independently blue
I am content with my independence, even if it brings me sadness or melancholy feelings.
I want your love but I don't want to borrow
I desire your genuine and authentic love, without any strings or conditions attached.
I have it today and give back tomorrow
I have your love today, and I plan to reciprocate with my own love and affection in the future.
For my love is your love but there's no love for nobody else
My love is dedicated solely to you and is not meant for anyone else.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Gus Kahn, Walter Donaldson
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