By her third album in 1990, Anything Is Possible, Gibson’s chart fortunes were diminishing; only the lead single, the album’s title track, made any headway, peaking at #26. It would be her final U.S. top 40 entry. She shed the wholesome teen image for 1993’s Body, Mind, Soul, and later appeared in a Playboy magazine pictorial. Despite her diminished profile, another seven albums followed between 1995 and 2022. In 2006, she reached # 24 on the U.S. adult contemporary chart with "Say Goodbye,” a duet with Jordan Knight. Gibson has also had starring roles on Broadway and touring musicals, including playing Eponine in Les Misérables and Sandy in Grease, as well as television and independent film work.
Give Me Your Love
Debbie Gibson Lyrics
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Why do you not see me in the light that I see you in
Don't you ever need me in the still of the night
I've been there in your shoes
feeling strong, feeling innocence
Nothing short of a miracle could make it make sense
Oh darling
You think you would give me your love
Came in like the tide, rose up like the sun
You think you would give me your love
I know all that's in your rulebook
I took more than one look
And I know you are the proud type
But I hate game playing, yes I know how to win
But it's not fair to me
You should move 'cause you're wanting to
Not because I fly
Can you only view your dreams when they're
Up there in the sky
Oh, darlin'
I gave you the moon, the stars above
You think you would give me your love
Oh, darling, yes you would
Came in like the tide, rose up like the sun
You think you would give me your love
I gave you the moon, the stars above
You think you would give me your love
Came in like the tide, rose up like the sun
You think you would give me your love
I gave you the moon, the stars above
You think you would give me your love
Come on, give it to me
Came in like the tide, rose up like the sun
You think you would give me your love
Oh, give me, give me, give me, give me
The stars above
You think you would give me your love
Your love, your love, your love, your love, love
Came in like the tide, rose up like the sun
You think you would give me your love
In "Give Me Your Love", Debbie Gibson sings about feeling unrequited love for someone who doesn't seem to reciprocate her feelings. The lyrics capture the emotions of someone in love who is frustrated by the lack of affection from the person they desire. When she asks, "Baby why do you not love me?" and wonders why they don't see her in the same light as she sees them, it highlights her vulnerability as she confronts her own feelings. The desperation in her voice becomes clear when she sings about being there for the person she loves, but not being able to make sense of why they can't return her love.
Throughout the song, Gibson compares the effort she's put into the relationship to what she has received in return. She feels that she has given her partner the world, but they can't seem to give her their love. She's seems to be insisting that she deserves more in the relationship. She doesn't want to play any games and she wants to win, but not at the cost of sacrificing her own happiness. The choruses are the heart of the song, with Gibson passionately pleading for the love she craves.
"Give Me Your Love" showcases Gibson's signature sound of catchy synth-pop tracks, and the use of the synthesizer creates a dreamy, ethereal sound that complements the sentimentality of the lyrics. The song was a hit in the US and garnered a lot of attention for the then-teenage Gibson, who had already established herself as a pop sensation. The song's popularity helped her gain more prominence and earned her a place in the hearts of many listeners in the '80s and beyond.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby why do you not love me
I want to know why you don't feel the same love for me that I feel for you.
Why do you not see me in the light that I see you in
I see all that you are and I love you, but you don't seem to see me the same way.
Don't you ever need me in the still of the night
I want to know if you ever feel the same need for me that I feel for you, especially when we're alone at night.
I've been there in your shoes
I understand what it's like to be in love and feel vulnerable and uncertain about the other person's feelings.
feeling strong, feeling innocence
Despite my vulnerability, I still feel strong and innocent in my love for you.
Nothing short of a miracle could make it make sense
Our love feels almost impossible and irrational, but it's real and strong nonetheless.
Oh darling
Dear beloved
I gave you the moon, the stars above
I've given you everything I have, including my love and devotion.
You think you would give me your love
I hoped that you would reciprocate my love and affection.
Came in like the tide, rose up like the sun
Our love grew and intensified quickly, like the tides and the sun rising.
I know all that's in your rulebook
I understand that you have your own principles and standards.
I took more than one look
I've observed you closely and tried to understand your nature and personality.
And I know you are the proud type
I recognize that you are a confident and self-assured individual.
But I hate game playing, yes I know how to win
I don't want to play any games in our relationship, even though I know how to manipulate or control people if I need to.
But it's not fair to me
Playing those games would hurt me and harm our relationship, so I don't want to do it.
You should move 'cause you're wanting to
You should pursue your own dreams and goals, not just because of my influence or expectations.
Not because I fly
Don't do it just because I seem to be doing well or succeeding in my own endeavors.
Can you only view your dreams when they're
Do you only see your own potential or dreams when you see someone else achieving it?
Up there in the sky
Is it only when you see someone else succeeding that you are inspired to follow your own dreams?
Come on, give it to me
Please show me your love and affection, give it to me without hesitation or fear.
Oh, give me, give me, give me, give me
I want your love, I crave it and long for it.
Your love, your love, your love, your love, love
I specifically want your love, not just anyone else's.
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