It's Only Make Believe
Conway Twitty - Topic Lyrics
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They think you really care
But myself I can't deceive
I know it's only make believe
My one and only prayer is that some day you'll care,
My hopes, my dreams come true, my one and only you.
No one will ever know how much I love you so
But it's o-only make believe.
My hopes, my dreams come true, my life I'd give for you,
My heart, a wedding ring, my all, my everything.
My heart I can't control, you rule my very soul,
My only prayer will be someday you'll care for me
But it's o-only make believe.
My one and only prayer, is that some day you'll care,
My hopes, my dreams come true, my one and only you
No one will ever know how much I love you so
My prayers, my hopes, my schemes, you are my every dream
But it's o-only make believe (Make believe)
In Conway Twitty's song "It's Only Make Believe", he speaks of a love that may not be reciprocal but one that he continues to hold on to. He acknowledges that people around them may think that their relationship is real and caring, but deep down he knows that it is only make believe. Twitty then prays that one day the object of his affection will care for him the way he does for her, and he expresses his willingness to give up his life, heart, and all for her. However, he still repeats the refrain, emphasizing that his love remains unrequited and that it is only make believe.
This song is a classic example of unrequited love and how people can hold on to the hope that one day their love will be returned. The lyrics are simple yet powerful, and Twitty's voice conveys the emotions perfectly. It is a beautiful ballad that has stood the test of time and is still relevant today.
Line by Line Meaning
People see us everywhere
We are always seen together by people.
They think you really care
People assume that you have genuine affection for me.
But myself I can't deceive
However, I cannot pretend to myself.
I know it's only make believe
I am aware that what we have is not real and only for show.
My one and only prayer is that some day you'll care
All I wish for is that you will truly love me someday.
My hopes, my dreams come true, my one and only you.
I dream of a future where you and I are together and happy.
No one will ever know how much I love you so
I keep my deep affection for you hidden from everyone else.
My only prayer will be someday you'll care for me
My only wish is that you will eventually return my love.
But it's o-only make believe.
Unfortunately, our relationship is only pretend for now.
My hopes, my dreams come true, my life I'd give for you
I am willing to sacrifice everything for you and the possibility of our love becoming real.
My heart, a wedding ring, my all, my everything.
You have my heart, my commitment, and my unwavering devotion.
My heart I can't control, you rule my very soul
I am so in love with you that I cannot control my feelings or thoughts.
My prayers, my hopes, my schemes, you are my every dream
Everything I think and dream about involves you and the hope of us being together.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Conway Twitty, Jack Nance
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