Sweetheart
Edgar Hayes and His Orchestra Lyrics
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Don't talk sweet words if they're not true
Don't tear my heart like it was paper
Because my heart loves only you
You can't go round sweethearting others
And then pretend that I'm yours exclusively
Love must be true, mean what you're saying
Unless you do, don't sweetheart me
These lyrics speak to the fear and vulnerability that comes with opening oneself up to love. The singer is cautioning their lover not to toy with their feelings or deceive them with empty words. The phrase "Don't sweetheart me" is a direct plea for sincerity and honesty. The repetition of "sweet" in "sweetheart" and "sweet words" highlights the contrast between the supposed sweetness of the lover's words and the bitterness of deceit. The metaphor of tearing the singer's heart like paper emphasizes the fragility of their emotional state and the potential harm that their lover's actions could cause.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't sweetheart me if you don't mean it
Don't use affectionate terms if you don't truly have feelings for me.
Don't talk sweet words if they're not true
If you don't actually feel the way you're expressing, don't say sweet things to me.
Don't tear my heart like it was paper
Don't treat my emotions carelessly as if they hold no value.
Because my heart loves only you
I only have feelings for you, and it would be painful to be deceived.
You can't go round sweethearting others
It's not acceptable to use affectionate language with other people if you're in a relationship with me.
And then pretend that I'm yours exclusively
Don't mislead me into thinking that I'm the only one you care about when you're behaving affectionately with others.
Love must be true, mean what you're saying
Love cannot be based on lies or deception. You need to be honest about your feelings.
Unless you do, don't sweetheart me
If you're not genuine with your affection, don't try to charm me with sweet words and pet names.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHARLES TOBIAS, CLIFF FRIEND
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