I've Got My Love To Keep Me Warm
Dick Powell Lyrics
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But I can weather the storm!
What do I care how much it may storm?
For I've got my love to keep me warm
I can't remember a worse December
Just watch those icicles form!
Oh, what do I care if icicles form?
Off with my overcoat, off with my glove
I need no overcoat, I'm burning with love!
My heart's on fire, the flame grows higher
So I will weather the storm!
What do I care how much it may storm?
Oh, I've got my love to keep me warm
The snow is snowing, the wind is blowing
But I can weather the storm!
What do I care how much it may storm?
Oh, I've got my love to keep me warm
I can't remember a worse December
Just watch those icicles form!
What do I care if icicles form?
Oh-ho-ho, I've got my love to keep me warm
Off with my overcoat, off with my glove
I need no overcoat, I'm burning with love!
My heart's on fire, the flame grows higher
So I will weather the storm!
What do I care how much it may storm?
Oh, I've got my love to keep me warm
The lyrics of "I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm" by Dick Powell paint a picture of a cold, wintry day. The snow is falling and the wind is blowing, but the singer doesn't seem to mind. He declares that he can weather the storm, because he has his love to keep him warm. The cold weather that is depicted and the challenges posed by the winter are metaphorical of the challenges that come with life. However, the singer chooses to focus on the warmth of love, rather than the stormy weather around him.
The second verse of the song further emphasizes the singer's preference for love over the coldness of winter. He acknowledges that this December has been particularly harsh, with icicles forming, but he still doesn't care because he has the love of his partner to keep him warm. He can take off his overcoat and gloves because he is burning with the fire of love.
The main theme of the song is that love can help one through difficult times. Even in the midst of a harsh winter storm or difficult life situations, having love can make all the difference. While some may choose to hunker down and ride out the storm, the singer chooses to embrace the warmth of love.
Line by Line Meaning
The snow is snowing and the wind is blowing
The weather outside is cold and windy.
But I can weather the storm!
Despite the inclement weather, I am confident that I can handle it.
What do I care how much it may storm?
I am not concerned about the severity of the storm.
For I've got my love to keep me warm
Because I have the love and affection of someone special in my life, I feel comforted and warm inside despite the weather outside.
I can't remember a worse December
I cannot recall a colder or more difficult December in my memory.
Just watch those icicles form!
Even though the freezing temperatures are causing icicles to form, I am not overly concerned.
Off with my overcoat, off with my glove
I am removing my outer clothing because I am feeling the warmth and passion of love.
I need no overcoat, I'm burning with love!
The intensity of my love is so great that I no longer need any physical clothing to keep me warm.
My heart's on fire, the flame grows higher
My passion and love for my partner is growing stronger and deeper with each passing moment.
So I will weather the storm!
Because of the love and warmth inside of me, I will be able to withstand any external hardships or difficulties.
Oh-ho-ho, I've got my love to keep me warm
I am joyfully acknowledging that my love is more effective at keeping me warm than any physical clothing or shelter possibly could.
Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: Irving Berlin
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@drgeoffangel5422
Brillian guy with a lovely voice!
@tuckfilly
I love listening to the Richard Diamond radio detective series. He always sings a song at the end.
@stephenrivera4382
Always loved his voice!
@NAN752
I could listen to Dick Powell sing all day...what a voice he had!
@bernardfrederick9462
I love Dick Powell! He was so wonderful! I wish I was able to meet him. I think his voice is so nice. I could listen to him for days. So pleasant!
@MOGGS1942
The multi talented, wonderful, Dick Powell.
@Caocao8888
What a vocal talent! And personality! And looks! Where are todayβs outstanding talents? In rehab?
@JoMarieM
I wish these two had done more duets. Dick Powell and Alice Faye were AMAZING together!
@Joi_Robb
His voice feels like heβs singing directly into your heart πand the women are only what I aspire to be. Clean, Classic, and timeless
@LuzMaria95
Yessss πππππππ