Your Song
Elton John and Ronan Keating Lyrics
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I'm not one of those who can easily hide
I don't have much money but boy if I did
I'd buy a big house where we both could live
If I was a sculptor, but then again, no
Or a man who makes potions in a travelling show
I know it's not much but it's the best I can do
And you can tell everybody this is your song
It may be quite simple but now that it's done
I hope you don't mind
I hope you don't mind that I put down in words
How wonderful life is while you're in the world
I sat on the roof and kicked off the moss
Well a few of the verses well they've got me quite cross
But the sun's been quite kind while I wrote this song
It's for people like you that keep it turned on
So excuse me forgetting but these things I do
You see I've forgotten if they're green or they're blue
Anyway the thing is what I really mean
Yours are the sweetest eyes I've ever seen
The song "Your Song" by Elton John and covered by Ronan Keating has become an anthem for expressing love through music. The lyrics convey a sense of vulnerability as the singer admits to having feelings that are difficult to hide. They may not have money to buy a big house, but their gift is their song, and they want to dedicate it to their loved one. The lyrics convey the idea that the gift of music can be more valuable than material possessions, and that it is a way to express feelings that may be difficult to articulate.
The song also references the idea of being a sculptor or a man who makes potions in a travelling show, suggesting that the songwriter recognizes that they are not these things, but rather a humble musician with a gift to offer. The song acknowledges that it may not be the most complex or impressive song, but it is simple and heartfelt, and meant specifically for the person being addressed. The lyrics convey a sense of gratitude for the people who keep the music turned on, and a recognition that music has the capacity to bring people together.
Overall, "Your Song" is a beautiful expression of love through music. The lyrics are simple and heartfelt, and convey a deep sense of gratitude and vulnerability. The song speaks to the power of music to connect people and to express emotions that may be difficult to articulate in words.
Line by Line Meaning
It's a little bit funny this feeling inside
This emotion I'm experiencing is somewhat amusing, peculiar and notable
I'm not one of those who can easily hide
I'm not someone who can conceal his inner emotions effortlessly
I don't have much money but boy if I did
Although I don't possess wealth, if I ever did acquire it, I would desire to make a meaningful life with you
I'd buy a big house where we both could live
I'd purchase a large home where we both could reside
If I was a sculptor, but then again, no
Even though I'm not physically skilled to be a sculptor
Or a man who makes potions in a traveling show
Or someone who creates elixirs for a mobile carnival
I know it's not much but it's the best I can do
Although it's insufficient, this song is the greatest I can offer
My gift is my song and this one's for you
My talent is composing music, and this creation is a present for you
And you can tell everybody this is your song
You have the right to declare to everyone that this melody belongs to you
It may be quite simple but now that it's done
This song may be basic, but now that it's completed
I hope you don't mind
I desire for you not to take offense
I hope you don't mind that I put down in words
I hope there's no objection to me articulating
How wonderful life is while you're in the world
How magnificent life seems with your presence on the planet
I sat on the roof and kicked off the moss
I lounged on the roof and swept away the dirt
Well a few of the verses well they've got me quite cross
Some lyrics angered me quite a bit
But the sun's been quite kind while I wrote this song
But the sun seems to have bestowed a benevolent energy as I wrote this song
It's for people like you that keep it turned on
It's people such as you who keep me inspired to continue writing music
So excuse me forgetting but these things I do
Please pardon my occasional absent-mindedness
You see I've forgotten if they're green or they're blue
I can't recall if your eyes are green or blue
Anyway the thing is what I really mean
Regardless, what I'm trying to convey is
Yours are the sweetest eyes I've ever seen
Your eyes are indisputably the kindest and affectionate ones I've ever encountered
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@loriwozniak1857
What a combo...just wow...this song....has so many memories wrapped up inside these simple words...so many feelings..emotions...like ..just so amazing
@pattersonpogo
I'm here because of Frankie Boyle, and Ronan quite clearly did shat on the roof.
@BreakiingDad
ditto
@parispark8506
I'm so much happy every time I listen to this song. I smile and I am reminded of all beautiful memories with my love. Thanks for creating kinda beautiful song like this <3
@kanemotohiroyasu
* Your Song ! .... ~ ^^9 ....
@Sicram
So funny that there are loads of people commenting about the way this song touches their heart and I'm simply here cos Frankie Boyle told me Ronan shat on the roof.
@taniasilva7386
é a música mais bonita que conheço!!!!!
@DJLA
1:53 I shat on the roof
@LadyvirginiaPiu
MONUMENTAL!
@MrLeao2011
Que música é essa meu DEUS, com esses dois ficou melhor ainda, quem assistiu MOULIN ROUGE pode ver como é bem interpretada e a tradução é excelente também