Whenever You're Away From Me
Electric Light Orchestra & Olivia Newton-John Lyrics
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You're so refined
You're much too kind
I have to warn you I'm never gonna set you free
'Cause I was born to
Love you for eternity
Whenever you're away from me
You're never far away from me
I want you to know
I only have to close my eyes dear
And suddenly I'm where you are
You better never stray
'Cause I'll never be far away
On every breeze I seem to hear your name
My heart's aflame
I feel the same
I'd fall apart dear if you let the feelin' end
Don't break a heart dear that nobody else could mend
Whenever you're away from me
Wherever you go
You're never far away from me
I want you to know
I only have to close my eyes dear
And suddenly I'm where you are
You better never stray
'Cause I'll never be far away
In the song "Whenever You're Away From Me" by Electric Light Orchestra & Olivia Newton-John, the lyrics evoke a sense of devotion and love that lasts an eternity. The singer speaks about being unable to get the person they love out of their mind, as no other face could replace them. The person is described as refined and kind, and the singer warns them that they will never let them go, as they were born to love them for eternity. The chorus emphasizes the sentiment that the person is never far away, no matter where they go, and by simply closing their eyes, the singer can be transported to where the person is. They plead with the person not to break their heart, as it is one that nobody else could mend.
Throughout the song, there is a strong sense of longing and desire for the person the singer loves. Their heart is aflame, and they feel as though they will fall apart if the feeling were to end. The lyrics convey a sense of vulnerability, as the singer admits that they cannot help but be overwhelmed by the person they love.
Overall, the song portrays the idea of an all-encompassing love, one that will never fade away no matter where life takes them. The singer is devoted to their loved one and begs them to remain faithful to them, promising that they will never be far away.
Line by Line Meaning
No other face would take you off my mind
I cannot stop thinking of you and no other person could replace you in my thoughts.
You're so refined
You possess elegance and sophistication that is admirable.
You're much too kind
You exhibit an extremely benevolent and generous nature that is rare.
I have to warn you I'm never gonna set you free
I must caution you that I will never let go of you and our love will last forever.
'Cause I was born to love you for eternity
My love for you is eternal and I know that I was destined to love you for all time.
Whenever you're away from me
Wherever you go
You're never far away from me
I want you to know
I only have to close my eyes dear
And suddenly I'm where you are
You better never stray
'Cause I'll never be far away
No matter where you go, you are always close to my heart and thoughts. Whenever I miss you, I just need to close my eyes and imagine you next to me. Please don't ever leave me as I will always be with you in spirit.
On every breeze I seem to hear your name
Your name is constantly on my mind and I hear it whispered on every passing wind.
My heart's aflame
I feel the same
My heart is filled with desire and passion for you and my feelings for you never wane.
I'd fall apart dear if you let the feelin' end
I would crumble and lose myself if you ever stopped loving me.
Don't break a heart dear that nobody else could mend
Please don't break my heart as it is one that no other person could heal.
Lyrics © OBO APRA/AMCOS
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