To Be With You
Delbert McClinton and Glen Clark Lyrics


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Darling, you and I would be extraordinary
If only we could be less complicated
Then we'd live a life less ordinary
Can't deny I'd kill for just another day

I was taking every moment I could be with you
And I hated when we said our goodbyes
When all I really wanted was to be with you tonight

Every now and then we'd grab a window
Staring through the glass and reminiscing
We jumped into the breach and pulled the trigger
But the universe said 'No!'

I was taking every moment I could be with you
And I hated when we said our goodbyes
When all I really wanted was to be with you tonight

Separated and I'm suffocating
Trapped inside this hour glass
Now I've escaped you know that I'll be waiting
Then you'll be forever mine

I was taking every moment I could be with you
And I hated when we said our goodbyes
When all I really wanted was to be with you tonight

I was taking every moment I could be with you
And I hated when we said our goodbyes
When all I really wanted was to be with you tonight

Be with you tonight
Be with you tonight




Be with you tonight
Be with you

Overall Meaning

These lyrics speak to the complexity of a relationship and the desire to simplify it in order to have an extraordinary life together. The singer acknowledges that being with their partner can be complicated but also sees the potential for something special if they could just find a way to make it work. The line “Can’t deny I’d kill for just another day” suggests that the relationship may be in danger or facing an uncertain future, and the singer is desperate to hold onto what they have.


The lyrics also touch on the pain of separation and the longing to be together. The lines “When all I really wanted was to be with you tonight” and the repetition of “Be with you tonight” emphasize this overwhelming desire. The reference to an hourglass and being trapped inside suggests that time is running out and the singer is aware of how precious their time together is.


Overall, the song captures the ups and downs of a complicated relationship and the desire to make it work despite the challenges.


Line by Line Meaning

Darling, you and I would be extraordinary
We are special together and have the potential to do great things.


If only we could be less complicated
Our relationship has challenges that prevent us from fully enjoying each other's company.


Then we'd live a life less ordinary
If we overcome our complications, we could have a remarkable life together.


Can't deny I'd kill for just another day
I miss being with you so much that I would do nearly anything for a chance to relive our time together again.


I was taking every moment I could be with you
I cherished every second I spent with you, trying to make every moment as special as possible.


And I hated when we said our goodbyes
Saying goodbye was painful, knowing we had to separate and not knowing when we would see each other again.


When all I really wanted was to be with you tonight
My greatest desire was to spend the night with you, feeling your presence and the sense of comfort it brings.


Every now and then we'd grab a window
We would occasionally pause to reflect upon our relationship, looking out the window and reminiscing about the good times.


Staring through the glass and reminiscing
We would peer out of a window while thinking fondly of our memories together.


We jumped into the breach and pulled the trigger
We took a risk and moved forward in our relationship, hoping for the best possible outcome.


But the universe said 'No!'
Despite our efforts, things didn't work out and we were separated by something beyond our control.


Separated and I'm suffocating
Since we've been apart, I've felt smothered, as if I can't get enough air.


Trapped inside this hour glass
I feel trapped, as if time is moving too slowly and nothing is changing for the better.


Now I've escaped you know that I'll be waiting
Now that I've moved on, I still hope that you'll return to me and we can be together once again.


Then you'll be forever mine
When we reunite, I'm determined to never let you go and to love you forever.


Be with you tonight
My deepest desire is to be with you right now, tonight, to feel the warmth of your embrace and bask in your presence.


Be with you tonight
I can't imagine anything better than being with you tonight, giving into the desire that we share.


Be with you tonight
No matter how many times I say it, my longing to be with you is just as strong as the first time I said it.


Be with you
Ultimately, all I want is to be with you, and I'll do whatever it takes to make that happen.




Lyrics © DistroKid, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Glen Clark

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@marykheston3309

Please play for Harvey

@robertlaverdure60

delbert I'm on my way shortly if you get to Shirley early ,stop by Piccolino in the village for a meet and greet they love you and yours 

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