A Love That Will Never Grow Old
Emmylou Harris Lyrics
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Just lay back in my arms for one more night
I've this crazy old notion that calls me sometimes
Saying this one's the love of our lives.
[Chorus]
'Cause I know a love that will never grow old
And I know a love that will never grow old.
When you wake up the world may have changed
But trust in me, I'll never falter or fail
Just the smile in your eyes, it can light up the night,
And your laughter's like wind in my sails.
[Chorus]
Lean on me, let our hearts beat in time,
Feel strength from the hands that have held you so long.
Who cares where we go on this rutted old road
In a world that may say that we're wrong.
[Chorus]
In Emmylou Harris’s song A Love That Will Never Grow Old, the singer speaks about a crazy feeling that sometimes calls them, telling them that the person they are holding in their arms is the love of their life. Even in the face of the changing world, the singer promises to never falter or fail and pledges to be a steadfast presence in their lover’s life. The chorus repeats the line, “And I know a love that will never grow old” as a tribute to the timeless nature of their love.
The second verse is a continuation of this idea, with the singer describing the power of their lover’s smile and laughter to light up the night like the wind in their sails. They ask their partner to lean on them and feel the strength of their support after holding them close for so long. The final verse speaks to the uncertainty of the future and society’s views on their relationship, but the singer remains steadfast in their love.
The song speaks to the timeless nature of certain types of love, those that weather the storms of life and remain constant even as the world changes around us. It is a tribute to the power of commitment and the importance of having someone in your life who will always be there for you.
Line by Line Meaning
Go to sleep, may your sweet dreams come true
Close your eyes and rest, may your dreams be fulfilled
Just lay back in my arms for one more night
Relax in my embrace for a few more moments
I've this crazy old notion that calls me sometimes
I have a strong feeling that tells me this is the love of our lives
Saying this one's the love of our lives
This feeling tells me that our love will never fade away
‘Cause I know a love that will never grow old
I am certain that our love will always remain strong and true
And I know a love that will never grow old
I am convinced that our love will last forever
When you wake up the world may have changed
The world may be different when you wake up
But trust in me, I'll never falter or fail
But have faith in me, I will always be there for you
Just the smile in your eyes, it can light up the night
The twinkle in your eyes brightens up everything around us
And your laughter's like wind in my sails
Your laughter gives me motivation and inspiration to keep moving forward
Lean on me, let our hearts beat in time
Rely on me, let us synchronize our heartbeats
Feel strength from the hands that have held you so long
Draw power from the hands that have supported you all along
Who cares where we go on this rutted old road
It doesn't matter where this old path will take us
In a world that may say that we're wrong
In a society that may disapprove of us
‘Cause I know a love that will never grow old
Because I believe in a love that will never decay
And I know a love that will never grow old.
And I am sure that our love will never fade away.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: SANTAOLALLA, TAUPIN
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