Perhaps Love
DENVER JOHN Lyrics
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A shelter from the storm
It exists to give you comfort
It is there to keep you warm
And in those times of trouble
When you are most alone
The memory of love will bring you home
Perhaps an open door
It invites you to come closer
It wants to show you more
And even if you lose yourself
And don't know what to do
The memory of love will see you through
Oh, love to some is like a cloud
To some as strong as steel
For some a way of living
For some a way to feel
And some say love is holding on
And some say letting go
And some say love is everything
And some say they don't know
Perhaps love is like the ocean
Full of conflict, full of change
Like a fire when it's cold outside
Or thunder when it rains
If I should live forever
And all my dreams come true
My memories of love will be of you
In Denver John's song "Perhaps Love," the lyrics explore the different facets of what love can mean and how it can be the shelter from the storm, a comfort during times of trouble, and a memory that will bring you home. The song begins with the idea that love can be a resting place or a shelter from the storm, where it exists to give you comfort and keep you warm. In tough times when you are most alone, the memory of love can bring you home.
The lyrics then suggest that love is like a window or an open door that invites you to come closer and shows you more. Even when you lose yourself and don't know what to do, the memory of love can see you through. The different perspectives on love are then explored, where love can be a cloud or as strong as steel, a way of living or a way to feel. Some say love is about holding on, while others say it's about letting go. Some say love is everything, while others admit they don't know.
Line by Line Meaning
Perhaps love is like a resting place
Love is a comforting place where you can find shelter from life's difficulties.
A shelter from the storm
Love can provide a place of refuge during challenging times.
It exists to give you comfort
Love is present to bring solace and ease to your life.
It is there to keep you warm
Love can bring warmth and comfort to your heart and soul.
And in those times of trouble
During challenging experiences, love can be a source of strength.
When you are most alone
Love can be especially significant when you are feeling isolated or disconnected.
The memory of love will bring you home
Recalling past experiences of love and connection can bring you back to feelings of security and safety.
Perhaps love is like a window
Love can offer a unique perspective and view into someone's heart and soul.
Perhaps an open door
Love can invite you to come closer and experience deeper connection.
It invites you to come closer
Love beckons us to move towards it and build stronger bonds.
It wants to show you more
Love desires to deepen the connection and reveal more of itself.
And even if you lose yourself
Even when we feel lost, love can be a guiding force to help us find our way.
And don't know what to do
During times of uncertainty, love can offer direction and help us make decisions.
The memory of love will see you through
Reflecting on our experiences of love can provide encouragement and support during tough times.
Oh, love to some is like a cloud
Love can feel intangible and ethereal, like a cloud in the sky.
To some as strong as steel
For others, love can be a powerful and unshakable force that is as strong as steel.
For some a way of living
Some people define their lives and actions by their love and connection to others.
For some a way to feel
Love can be a source of profound emotion and feeling for some.
And some say love is holding on
Some people view love as holding on and fighting to maintain relationships and connections.
And some say letting go
Others see love as being able to release and let go when it is necessary for growth or healing.
And some say love is everything
For some, love is at the center of all things and the foundation upon which everything is built.
And some say they don't know
Some people may struggle to define love and what it means to them.
Perhaps love is like the ocean
Love can be tumultuous and dynamic, like the ever-changing waves of the ocean.
Full of conflict, full of pain
Love can be both beautiful and painful, filled with both pleasure and struggle.
Like a fire when it's cold outside
Love can bring warmth and light to dark and cold moments in our lives.
Or thunder when it rains
Love can be loud and powerful, like the rolling thunder that accompanies heavy rain.
If I should live forever
In the hypothetical scenario that one would live forever...
And all my dreams come true
...and if all of one's deepest desires and aspirations were fulfilled...
My memories of love will be of you
...the memories that would last would be of the love that was shared with another person.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: JOHN DENVER
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@MrJan3327
Perhaps love is like a resting place
A shelter from the storm
It exists to give you comfort
It is there to keep you warm
And in those times of trouble
When you are most alone
The memory of love will bring you home
Perhaps love is like a window
Perhaps an open door
It invites you to come closer
It wants to show you more
And even if you lose yourself
And don't know what to do
The memory of love will see you through
Oh, love to some is like a cloud
To some as strong as steel
For some a way of living
For some a way to feel
And some say love is holding on
And some say letting go
And some say love is everything
And some say they don't know
Perhaps love is like the ocean
Full of conflict, full of change
Like a fire when it's cold outside
Or thunder when it rains
If I should live forever
And all my dreams come true
My memories of love will be of you
John Denver
@MrMikerk
Be at peace John Denver🎙🎶⚘🙏
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Perhaps love is like a resting place
A shelter from the storm
It is exists to give you comfort
It is there to keep you warm
And in those times of trouble
When you are most alone
The memory of love will bring you home
Perhaps love is like a window
Perhaps an open door
It invites you to come closer
It wants to show you more
And even if you lose yourself
And don't know what to do
The memory of love will see you through
Oh, love to some is like a cloud
To some as strong as steel
For some a way of living
For some a way to feel
And some say love is holding on
And some say letting go
And some say love is everything
And some say they don't know
Perhaps love is like the ocean
Full of conflict, full of pain
Like a fire when it's cold outside
Or thunder when it rains
If I should live forever
And all my dreams come true
My memories of love will be of you
@mariashaw9567
My Father had Alzheimers and shortly before he died he wanted to hear this song, he sang the chorus to me and I remembered the album growing up. I found it on You Tube and sat beside his hospital bed and played it over and over. He sang it to me and it is a memory that I cannot find words to describe. When I sit and think of my Father I put this video on and listen to this beautiful song.
@kerryfletcher8114
My mum too. ❤❤❤❤❤
@NancyFreed-mu3ky
When I lostmy son this
was my go to song, God Bless John Denver!
@cinzianatali5396
Ti sono profondamente vicina, una sofferenza profonda come la perdita del proprio padre accompagnata da una melodia così bella. Sono emozioni profonde che fanno crescere e rendere migliori. Un abbraccio
@carollemieux7474
These comments are a year old, but they still brought tears to my eyes. Music speaks to our hearts. 😥
@brucebuckles6311
And mine as well- and continues to be amidst tears unquenchable...
@fairyqueen56
I sung this to my son as he was dying of cancer. I wanted to sing him out. I sang some of his favorite songs to him right before I had to leave the room so they could take Chad off the respirator. Chad was 22.❤️
@joshmark3767
Hello my name is josh mark i bring you good news
@fairyqueen56
@@backiniowaswab4106 yes. Thank you.
@AnnekeEilander62
What a big loss; how special you could sing for him 😘