Daniel O`Donnell p… Read Full Bio ↴Born: Dungloe, Co Donegal, Ireland 12th December 1961
Daniel O`Donnell popular Irish Country/Celtic Singer since 1989. Has had over 20 top 40 albums in the UK/Ireland and 15 top 40 hit singles and 4 top 20 singles in UK/Ireland to date. Overall he has had over 30 albums to date.
Sweet Caroline
Daniel O'Donnell Lyrics
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I can't begin to knowin'
But then I know it's growing strong
Was in the spring
And spring became the summer
Who'd have believed you'd come along
Reachin' out
Touchin' me
Touchin' you
Sweet Caroline
Good times never seemed so good
I've been inclined
To believe they never would
But now I
Look at the night
And it don't seem so lonely
We fill it up with only two
And when I hurt
Hurtin' runs off my shoulders
How can I hurt when I'm with you
Warm, touchin' warm
Reachin' out
Touchin' me
Touchin' you
Sweet Caroline
Good times never seemed so good
I've been inclined
To believe they never would
Oh, no, no
Sweet Caroline
Good times never seemed so good
I've been inclined
To believe they never would
Sweet Caroline
This classic song by Daniel O'Donnell titled "Sweet Caroline" is a nostalgic and romantic tune that tells the story of a budding love affair between two people in the springtime. The song begins with the line "Where it began, I can't begin to knowin'" which signifies the uncertainty of the exact origins of their love story. However, the singer knows that their love is growing stronger as they spend more time together. Spring turns into summer, and the singer is amazed that this person has come into their life when they least expected it.
The famous chorus of "Sweet Caroline" is a joyful celebration of this newfound love. The hands touching hands, reaching out, and touching me, touching you are a symbol of intimacy and connection between the two people. The singer feels that the good times have never been so good, and they've been inclined to believe that they never would because of past disappointments. But with this person by their side, everything seems brighter and better. The night no longer seems lonely as there are only two people who fill it up with their love.
In the second verse, the singer shows vulnerability and dependence on this person. When they hurt, hurting runs off their shoulders because their lover is there to support and comfort them. The warmth of their touch is a comfort, and together they fill each other's hearts with love.
Overall, "Sweet Caroline" is a beautiful love song that speaks to the power of human connection and how it can make everything right in the world.
Line by Line Meaning
Where it began
The origin of this feeling or relationship cannot be pinpointed
I can't begin to knowin'
It is impossible for me to know where it all started
But then I know it's growing strong
Despite the lack of a clear origin, the feeling or relationship has developed and gotten stronger over time
Was in the spring
This feeling or relationship first started in the spring season
And spring became the summer
As time went on, spring turned into summer
Who'd have believed you'd come along
It was unexpected for you to become a part of this feeling or relationship
Hands, touchin' hands
Physical touch is a part of this feeling or relationship
Reachin' out
The physical touch involves reaching out to the other person
Touchin' me
The touch feels good for me
Touchin' you
The touch feels good for you
Sweet Caroline
The person's name is used as a term of endearment
Good times never seemed so good
Being with the person has made things feel more positive and enjoyable
I've been inclined
I have been more likely
To believe they never would
To think that good times would never happen
But now I
However, now I
Look at the night
When I look out at the night sky
And it don't seem so lonely
It doesn't feel as lonely anymore
We fill it up with only two
Being together makes it feel like the night sky is filled with just the two of us
And when I hurt
When I am in pain or struggling
Hurtin' runs off my shoulders
Being with the person helps alleviate my pain or stress
How can I hurt when I'm with you
Being with the person makes it impossible for me to feel hurt
Warm, touchin' warm
There is a comforting warmth to our physical touch
Sweet Caroline
The person's name continues to be used as a term of endearment
Oh, no, no
An expression of strong feelings for the person
Good times never seemed so good
Being with the person continues to make things feel more positive and enjoyable
I've been inclined
I have been more likely
To believe they never would
To think that good times would never happen
Sweet Caroline
The song concludes with a final reference to the person as a term of endearment
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Neil Diamond
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@karenmacleod3188
Well done Daniel love you music you can sing this song great.
@ryanhibberd9850
For a 23 year old i really enjoy daniels covers!
@wendycreighton5983
I too love daniel o, Donnell. Eileen.
@adamanderson1654
I love daniel o donnell xx
@adamanderson5075
This song is great
@elvisbeatlesfanmania569
i love this song
@jeangibbs8473
Sweet
@nina1823
Good rendition.
@marydocherty7016
Daniel in your Black leather outfit at your concert, s you give these, s young one, s a run with your move, s Magic 💙💙🌹🌹❤️❤️🌹🌹🏃♀️😂👍👍
@cfooks4297
moving very moving