All My Life
Ella Fitzgerald;Teddy Wilson & his Orchestra Lyrics
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I've been waiting for you
My wonderful one, I've begun
Living all my life
All my love
Has been waiting for you
My life is sublime, now that I'm
You seem so lovely, so far above me
I'm almost afraid to look
But I adore you; I pledge before you
A heart that's an open book
All my life
Hold me close to your heart
But all else above, hold my love
Darling, just hold my love
The song "All My Life" by Ella Fitzgerald and Teddy Wilson & his Orchestra is a love song that expresses pure devotion, surrender, and desire. The lyrics convey the sentiment of waiting for the right one and the joy and satisfaction that comes with finding that person. The singer expresses the completeness of the union with the loved one, with phrases like "my wonderful one," "my life is sublime," "hold me close to your heart," "just hold my love," and "a heart that's an open book."
The singer also expresses awe and admiration for the loved one, using the phrase "you seem so lovely, so far above me," which suggests humility and vulnerability. The song has a gentle and tender melody that complements the sentiment of the lyrics, with orchestral accompaniment that adds texture and warmth. Overall, the song invites the listener to feel the depth and beauty of true love and the happiness that comes with finding it.
Line by Line Meaning
All my life
Throughout my entire existence
I've been waiting for you
I have been eagerly anticipating your arrival
My wonderful one, I've begun
You are my amazing partner and my life with you has just begun
Living all my life
I am now fully living life with you
All my love
Every ounce of my affection
Has been waiting for you
Has been reserved for you and no one else
My life is sublime, now that I'm
My existence is peaceful and complete now that I am
Living all my love
Fully devoting myself to love
You seem so lovely, so far above me
You appear incredibly beautiful and much greater than I am
I'm almost afraid to look
I am almost intimidated to gaze at you
But I adore you; I pledge before you
Despite my fear, I love you greatly and make a commitment to you
A heart that's an open book
You have complete access to my heart and soul
All my life
Throughout my entire existence
Hold me close to your heart
Embrace me with all your love
But all else above, hold my love
Above all else, cherish my love for you
Darling, just hold my love
My beloved, please hold onto my love forever
Lyrics © CARLIN AMERICA INC
Written by: SAMMY H. STEPT, SIDNEY D. MITCHELL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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All my life
I've been waiting for you
My wonderful one
I've begun
Living all my life
All my love
Has been waiting for you
My life is sublime
Now that I'm
Giving all my love
You seem so lovely, so far above me
I'm almost afraid to look
But I adore you, I pledge before you
A heart that's an open book
All my life
Hold me close to your heart
But all else above
Hold my love
Darling, just hold my love
@leonardobrien
This is my personal fav song (and recording) of all time. I have no idea why this song is not more widely known / considered a 'standard'.
@ev_alex_
this is exactly me
@helevision
While searching for great Ella material I heard this magnificent piano solo. What a smooth style with gifted timing and choice of notes. With a little research I discovered the magnificent talent that was Teddy Wilson. Thanks for the post and listen to a solo work called Don' t Blame Me if you haven't already heard it.
@claeslantz2574
Teddys introduktion was one of his best pianosolos ever.
@miguelleiton3645
estupenda grabacion con un bajista que colma cualquier gusto..!!!!
@Honestdiscussion
1936 that's taking it back. Love how there's real music and musicians not pre-fabricated sounds and synth. It was real music not over polished to the point of losing the feeling behind it.
@rogerofford8601
Also a nice trumpet final chorus by the great underrated Frank Newton
@yvesfrancoisritmo
For me the high point of his magnificent recording. Only Joe Thomas and maybe Freddie Webster could come close to this.
Blake's clarinet (behind Ella) and Wilson's plano also impress..
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All my life
I've been waiting for you
My wonderful one
I've begun
Living all my life
All my love
Has been waiting for you
My life is sublime
Now that I'm
Giving all my love
You seem so lovely, so far above me
I'm almost afraid to look
But I adore you, I pledge before you
A heart that's an open book
All my life
Hold me close to your heart
But all else above
Hold my love
Darling, just hold my love
@nathanaviss6551
Best song ever!