The Very Thought of You
Diana Ross & Lionel Richie Lyrics


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I lost at love before,
Got mad and closed the door.
But you said try just once more.
I chose you for the one,
Now I'm having so much fun.
You treated me so kind,
I'm about to lose my mind.
You made me so very happy,
I'm so glad you came into my life.

The others were untrue,
But when it came to lovin' you,
I'd spend my whole life with you.
'Cause you came and you took control,
You touched my very soul.
You always showed me that
Loving you was where it's at.
You made me so very happy,
I'm so glad you came into my life.

I love you so much, it seems
That you're even in my dreams.
I hear you calling me.
I'm so in love with you,
All I ever want to do is
Thank you, baby.

You made me so very happy,
I'm so glad you came into my life.




You made me so very happy,
I'm so glad you came into my life.

Overall Meaning

In "The Very Thought of You," Diana Ross and Lionel Richie express deep gratitude and joy for the love they have found. The lyrics reflect the singer's previous experiences with love, where they have been hurt and rejected, leading them to close themselves off from the possibility of love. However, the singer meets someone who encourages them to give love another chance, and they choose this person as their partner.


The singer is overwhelmed by the kindness and love they receive from their chosen partner, and it becomes a source of happiness and excitement in their life. The partner treats them well, and this consistent love and care make them feel like they are losing their mind, possibly in a positive and euphoric way. They are so grateful that this person has come into their life and made them feel this way.


The lyrics contrast their current partner with previous ones, emphasizing that the others were untruthful and unfaithful. The depth of love and devotion they experience with their current partner is unlike anything they have felt before. This person has taken control of their heart and soul, leaving a profound impact. The partner consistently demonstrates love and shows the singer that being with them is where true happiness lies.


The affection and love the singer feels for their partner are so strong that they admit to dreaming about them and feeling their presence even when asleep. The love is all-consuming, and all the singer wants to do is express their gratitude and appreciation to their partner. They thank them for making them so incredibly happy and for coming into their life.


Overall, the lyrics of "The Very Thought of You" capture the profound transformation love has brought to the singer's life. From past hurt and closure to experiencing overwhelming happiness, they are grateful for the love and care of their chosen partner. This song serves as a celebration of the transformative power of love and the joy that comes from finding a true and faithful companion.


Line by Line Meaning

I lost at love before
I had experienced heartbreak in the past


Got mad and closed the door
I became angry and shut myself off from love


But you said try just once more
But you encouraged me to give love another chance


I chose you for the one
I selected you as the one I wanted to be with


Now I'm having so much fun
Now I'm experiencing joy and happiness


You treated me so kind
You always treated me with kindness


I'm about to lose my mind
I am overwhelmed with happiness


You made me so very happy
You brought immense happiness into my life


I'm so glad you came into my life
I am extremely grateful that you entered my life


The others were untrue
The previous people in my life were not honest


But when it came to lovin' you
But when it came to loving you


I'd spend my whole life with you
I would dedicate my entire life to being with you


'Cause you came and you took control
Because you entered my life and brought stability


You touched my very soul
You deeply affected and connected with my soul


You always showed me that loving you was where it's at
You consistently demonstrated that loving you was the most important thing


I love you so much, it seems
I love you to such a great extent, it feels


That you're even in my dreams
That you appear even in my dreams


I hear you calling me
I sense your presence and your desire for me


I'm so in love with you
I am deeply in love with you


All I ever want to do is thank you, baby
All I want to do is express gratitude to you, my dear


You made me so very happy
You brought immense happiness into my life


I'm so glad you came into my life
I am extremely grateful that you entered my life


You made me so very happy
You brought immense happiness into my life


I'm so glad you came into my life
I am extremely grateful that you entered my life




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BERRY GORDY JR, BRENDA HOLLOWAY, FRANK WILSON, PATRICE HOLLOWAY

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Lyrics

Since you've been away
I've been down and lonely
Since you've been away
I've been thinking of you
Trying to understand
The reason you left me
What were you going through?

OOOhh...I'm missing you
Tell me why the road turns
Ooh ooh
I'm missing you
Tell me why the road turns

As I look around
I see things that remind me
Just to see you smile
Made my heart fill with joy
I'll still recall
All those dreams we shared together
Where did you run to, boy?


oooh... I'm missing you
Tell me why the road turns
Ooh ooh
I'm missing you
Tell me why the road turns


Sometimes I've wondered
I didn't understand
Just where you were trying to go
Only you knew the plan
And I tried to be there
But you wouldn't let me in
But now you've gone away boy

I feel so broken hearted
I knew the day we started
That we were meant to be
If only you'd let me!

I've cried so many tears
Gotta face now all my fears
We let time slip away
I need you boy
Here today!

(Speaking)There was so much you gave me
To my heart
To my soul
There was so much of your dreams
That were never told
You had so much hope
For a brighter day
Why were you my flower
Plucked away

OOh
I'm missing you
Tell me why the road turns
Ooh ooh
I'm missing you
Tell me why the road turns

Source: Musixmatch
Songwriters: Brenda Harvey Richie / Lionel B. Jr. Richie
Missing You lyrics © Lbr Music, Brockman Music, Brenda Richie Publishing



Luis Cavalcanti

Since you've been away
I've been down and lonely
Since you've been away
I've been thinking of you
Trying to understand
The reason you left me
What were you going through?

I'm missing you
Tell me why the road turns
Ooh ooh
I'm missing you
Tell me why the road turns

As I look around
I see things that remind me
Just to see you smile
Made my heart fill with joy
I'll still recall
All those dreams we shared together
Where did you run to, boy?

I'm missing you
Tell me why the road turns
Ooh ooh
I'm missing you
Tell me why the road turns

Sometimes I've wondered
I didn't understand
Just where you were trying to go
Only you knew the plan
And I tried to be there
But you wouldn't let me in
But now you've gone away boy
I feel so broken hearted
I knew the day we started
That we were meant to be
If only you'd let me!
I've cried so many tears
Gotta face now all my fears
We let time slip away
I need you boy
Here today!

There was so much you gave me
To my heart
To my soul
There was so much of your dreams
That were never told
You had so much hope
For a brighter day
Why were you my flower
Plucked away

I'm missing you
Tell me why the road turns
Ooh ooh
I'm missing you
Tell me why the road turns



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Totsie

Two of the most iconic and classic artist of all time. Poise and elegance, beautiful voices.

Randal Ramiro

7

Suzy Claes

❤❤❤Diana Ross’ is 1 van de beste zangeressen dat er bestaat ❤❤❤❤

Theodore Williams

​@Suzy Claes ,

Jim

Wait til you til you find out that they’re MJ’s parents

Danielle Hemphill

I like this song

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La Marr Westbrooks

Beautiful music. Authentic. Couldn't hide the chemistry between the two. Loving Diana and Smokey in May 2021!!! Anyone else????

Grace Green

Yes and I’m 2023 it’s still beautiful love 👀

Iurisdictio Homnes

Aquí presente!!

Dtrn254

Here in 2023 ! 👍😊

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