Lover
Dean Martin Sammy Davis Jr. Frank Sinatra Lyrics
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Softly, in my ear you - breathe a flame
Lover, it's immoral, but why quarrel - with our bliss
When, two lips of coral - want to kiss
I say (that) the devil is in you, and to resists you - I try
But if you didn't continue - I would die
Lover, please be tender, when you're tender - fears depart
The song "Lover" is a classic love song that talks about the intense feelings and desires someone experiences when they are in love. The lyrics convey the emotion and passion that comes with being in love with someone. The singer talks about how they feel when they are close to their lover and how the mere sound of their lover's voice can stir up a flame inside them. The lyrics also suggest that their love may not be socially or morally acceptable but that they are willing to overlook such concerns because of the intensity of their love.
In the second stanza, the singer talks about the struggle of trying to resist their lover but how they would ultimately be unable to resist their lover's advances. The singer pleads with their lover to be gentle with them and to help dispel any fears they may have. Finally, the singer surrenders to their heart and to their love for their lover.
Line by Line Meaning
Lover, when I'm near you, and I hear you - speak my name
When I am close to you, and I hear you call my name, it fills me with joy and love
Softly, in my ear you - breathe a flame
When you speak softly in my ear, it fills me with passion and desire
Lover, it's immoral, but why quarrel - with our bliss
Although our love may be considered wrong, why should we argue when we can enjoy our happiness?
When, two lips of coral - want to kiss
When our lips long to touch and share our love
I say (that) the devil is in you, and to resist you - I try
I feel as though your love is tempting and sinful, but I try to resist it
But if you didn't continue - I would die
If you didn't continue to love me, my heart would break and I would feel as though I could not go on
Lover, please be tender, when you're tender - fears depart
My fears fade away when you treat me with gentleness and compassion, so please be tender with me
Lover, I surrender - to my heart
I give in to my feelings for you, and I allow my heart to lead the way in our love
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BLAS MORERA, EDWIN Z. PEREZ
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Yep. Beautiful!
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