True Love
Dame Kiri Te Kanawa & Nelson Riddle and His Orchestra Lyrics


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I give to you and you give to me
True love true love
So on and on it will always be
True love true love
For you and I have a guardian angel
On high with nothing to do

But to give to you and to give to me
Love forever true
For you and I have a guardian angel
On high with nothing nothing to do




But to give to you and to give to me
Love forever true

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "True Love" by Dame Kiri Te Kanawa & Nelson Riddle and His Orchestra are about the idea of "true love" between two people. The song talks about how the love between the two people is mutual and everlasting, symbolized by the presence of a "guardian angel" who is there to ensure that their love lasts forever. The song uses simple language and a repetitive structure to emphasize the idea that true love is unconditional, and that it demands nothing in return.


The imagery of the "guardian angel" is particularly powerful, as it suggests that the love between the two people is not just a human phenomenon, but something that is guided and blessed by a higher power. The repeated phrase "true love" also emphasizes the idea that this love is pure and genuine, not just a passing infatuation or physical attraction.


Overall, "True Love" is a simple but effective celebration of enduring love, and a reminder that true love can survive even in the face of adversity.


Line by Line Meaning

I give to you and you give to me
Our act of exchanging things with each other signifies the presence of genuine affection


True love true love
The type of love that we share is authentic and unfailing


So on and on it will always be
Our love will remain consistent and continuous for all time


True love true love
The type of love that we share is authentic and unfailing


For you and I have a guardian angel
We are watched over and protected by a divine being


On high with nothing to do
This guardian angel has no other task but to watch over us


But to give to you and to give to me
Our guardian angel's sole purpose is to ensure that we both receive love and care


Love forever true
Our genuine love for each other will last eternally


For you and I have a guardian angel
We are watched over and protected by a divine being


On high with nothing nothing to do
This guardian angel has no other task but to watch over us


But to give to you and to give to me
Our guardian angel's sole purpose is to ensure that we both receive love and care


Love forever true
Our genuine love for each other will last eternally




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: COLE PORTER

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