Our Love Affair
Edens Lyrics
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Not for a year, forever and a day
The radio and the telephone
And the movies that we know
They're all just passing fancies
That in time may go
Oh, my dear, our love is here to stay
In time the Rockies may crumble
Gibraltar may tumble
They're only made of clay
Oh, our love is here to stay
The lyrics of "Our Love Affair" by Eden express a deep sense of conviction in the permanence of love. The opening lines state that "our love is here to stay," emphasizing that it is not temporary like other fleeting experiences such as radio, telephone, and movies. The singer believes that their love will last "forever and a day," never to diminish or weaken.
As the song progresses, the lyrics become even more assertive in their belief in the longevity of their love. The singer states, "in time the Rockies may crumble, Gibraltar may tumble, they're only made of clay." Here, the singer is comparing the most long-lasting and sturdy elements of nature to the perception of their love’s steadfastness.
The tone of the song is romantic and tender, with the singer's voice conveying a deep sense of love and devotion. The message of the song is ultimately optimistic, with the belief that love can endure all trials and tribulations.
Line by Line Meaning
Its very clear our love is here to stay
Our love is not a passing fancy, but something enduring
Not for a year, forever and a day
Our love is not temporary, but will last for eternity
The radio and the telephone
Modern technology may come and go
And the movies that we know
Trends in entertainment will change over time
They're all just passing fancies
They are merely temporary interests
That in time may go
They will eventually fade away
Oh, my dear, our love is here to stay
Our love will endure forever
Together were going a long, long way
We will be together for a long time
In time the Rockies may crumble
Even natural wonders will eventually erode
Gibraltar may tumble
Even strong structures can eventually fall
They're only made of clay
Even the strongest things have their weaknesses
Oh, our love is here to stay
Our love is truly forever
Lyrics © RALEIGH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: George Gershwin, Ira Gershwin
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