This Is What You Mean To Me
Engelbert Humperdinck Lyrics


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The day you walked into my life, I had nothing
But a cold, lonely feelin' inside
Now I've got love forgiving and a reason for living
And I've pushed all my sadness aside
Now a day without you is like a day without sunshine
A song without a melody
This is what you mean to me, oh baby
This is what you mean to me, I love you
This is what you mean to me
I'm so glad you're mine, you're mine, you're mine

Since you came, there's no problems
Cause your love's helped me solve them
The dark clouds have all disappeared
Where there used to be sadness
There's nothing but gladness
And a smile has replaced all my tears
Without you, I'd be just like
A child without Christmas
A bird without a song to sing
This is what you mean to me, oh baby
This is what you mean to me, I said I need you
This is what you mean to me
I'm so glad you're mine, you're mine, you're mine

Now a day without you
Is like a day without sunshine
A song without a melody
This is what you mean to me, oh baby
This is what you mean to me, I need you
This is what you mean to me, I've got love forgiving
(This is what you mean to me) and a reason for living
(This is what you mean to me) where there used to be sadness
(This is what you mean to me) there's nothing but gladness
(This is what you mean to me) yes, I'm so glad you're mine




All mine, all mine, all mine, all mine, mine, mine, baby
This is what you mean to me

Overall Meaning

Engelbert Humperdinck's "This Is What You Mean To Me" is a love song that expresses the profound impact that the love of the singer's life has had on him. The song starts by conveying the singer's emotional state before his lover came into his life; he had nothing but a "cold, lonely feeling." However, since his lover came into his life, he has found love, a reason for living, and has been able to push his sadness aside. The singer effectively communicates that he cannot imagine his life without his lover. A day without her would be like a day without sunshine or a song without a melody. In addition, the singer asserts that his lover's presence solved all his problems, and he is filled with gladness instead of sadness. The song ends with the singer proclaiming his joy for having the love of his life and being glad that she is his.


The theme of the song centers around the transformative power of love. The singer expresses how his life changed after his lover came into his life. He emphasizes how his feelings of loneliness and sadness disappeared when his lover started loving him. She provided him with a new direction and a reason for living. Although the song is simple and straightforward in conveying the singer's message, it carries a lot of emotional depth, making it a touching and heartwarming love anthem.


Line by Line Meaning

The day you walked into my life, I had nothing
Before you entered my life, I was empty and alone, without any purpose or value.


But a cold, lonely feelin' inside
I felt unloved, isolated, and lost without you by my side.


Now I've got love forgiving and a reason for living
Since you came into my life, I have experienced forgiveness and unconditional love, giving me a purpose to live for every single day.


And I've pushed all my sadness aside
Your love has helped me overcome all of my sadness, worries, and regrets. You have shown me a positive and hopeful perspective in life.


Now a day without you is like a day without sunshine
Your presence in my life lights up my world, and without you, my life would be dark and bleak like a cloudy day without sunshine.


A song without a melody
My life without you would feel incomplete, like a song without a melody, where the tune is there but the essential element is missing.


This is what you mean to me, oh baby
I cannot express in words what you truly mean to me. You make my life whole and fill it with meaning, joy, and love every single day.


I love you
I love you deeply and passionately, and I will always cherish your presence in my life.


I'm so glad you're mine, you're mine, you're mine
I am grateful and lucky to have you as my partner, confidant, and soulmate. You belong to me, and I belong to you, forever.


Since you came, there's no problems
Your love has made all of my problems and worries disappear, and I feel blessed and content to have you in my life.


Cause your love's helped me solve them
Your love and support have been the key to solving every challenge and obstacle we have faced together, making us stronger and closer as a couple.


The dark clouds have all disappeared
Your love has lifted the darkness and negativity from my life, replacing them with hope, light, and clarity.


Where there used to be sadness
In the past, my life was clouded by sadness, loneliness, and despair.


There's nothing but gladness
Now, your love has transformed my life into a vast landscape of joy, happiness, and fulfillment.


And a smile has replaced all my tears
Thanks to you, my heart is always filled with a genuine smile, and I hardly ever cry anymore, as I am always surrounded by your love and happiness.


Without you, I'd be just like a child without Christmas
Without you, my life would lack the magic, warmth, and excitement that a child feels on Christmas day. You are the ultimate gift in my life, the one that keeps giving eternal joy and wonder.


A bird without a song to sing
Without you, my life would be like a bird without a beautiful song to sing, without any melody, rhythm, or harmony to lift my spirits and express my emotions.


I said I need you
Need is too small a word to describe what I feel for you. I cannot imagine my life without you, and I will always be there for you, no matter what.


(This is what you mean to me) and a reason for living
You are the main reason for my existence, and I am grateful for every moment we spend together, every memory we create, and every dream we share.


(This is what you mean to me) yes, I'm so glad you're mine
I cannot imagine my life without you, and I feel blessed and happy every single day that you are mine, and I am yours, forever.




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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

MsCatreona

Lyrics:
The day you walked into my life, I had nothing
But a cold, lonely feelin' inside
Now I've got love forgiving and a reason for living
And I've pushed all my sadness aside

Now a day without you is like a day without sunshine
A song without a melody
Oh, this is what you mean to me, oh baby
This is what you mean to me, I love you
This is what you mean to me
I'm so glad you're mine, you're mine, you're mine

Since you came, there's no problems
'Cause your love's helped me solve them
The dark clouds have all disappeared
Where there used to be sadness
There's nothing but gladness
And a smile has replaced all my tears
Without you, I'd be just like
A child without Christmas
A bird without a song to sing

Oh, this is what you mean to me, oh baby
This is what you mean to me, I said I need you
This is what you mean to me
I'm so glad you're mine, you're mine, you're mine

Ooh...

Now a day without you Is like a day without sunshine
A song without a melody
Oh, this is what you mean to me, oh baby
This is what you mean to me, I need you

(This is what you mean to me) I've got love for giving
(This is what you mean to me) And a reason for living
(This is what you mean to me) Where there used to be sadness
(This is what you mean to me) There's nothing but gladness
(This is what you mean to me) Yes, I'm so glad you're mine All mine, all mine
All mine, all mine, mine, mine, baby
This is what you mean to me



All comments from YouTube:

MsCatreona

Lyrics:
The day you walked into my life, I had nothing
But a cold, lonely feelin' inside
Now I've got love forgiving and a reason for living
And I've pushed all my sadness aside

Now a day without you is like a day without sunshine
A song without a melody
Oh, this is what you mean to me, oh baby
This is what you mean to me, I love you
This is what you mean to me
I'm so glad you're mine, you're mine, you're mine

Since you came, there's no problems
'Cause your love's helped me solve them
The dark clouds have all disappeared
Where there used to be sadness
There's nothing but gladness
And a smile has replaced all my tears
Without you, I'd be just like
A child without Christmas
A bird without a song to sing

Oh, this is what you mean to me, oh baby
This is what you mean to me, I said I need you
This is what you mean to me
I'm so glad you're mine, you're mine, you're mine

Ooh...

Now a day without you Is like a day without sunshine
A song without a melody
Oh, this is what you mean to me, oh baby
This is what you mean to me, I need you

(This is what you mean to me) I've got love for giving
(This is what you mean to me) And a reason for living
(This is what you mean to me) Where there used to be sadness
(This is what you mean to me) There's nothing but gladness
(This is what you mean to me) Yes, I'm so glad you're mine All mine, all mine
All mine, all mine, mine, mine, baby
This is what you mean to me

Waltraut Ardizzone

So ein schöner Song.Wow Enge sie haben so eine wunderbare Stimme.Einfach nur fantastisch.👏🌹❤😘

Rigor Mortis

One of Engelbert's very best -- an overlooked gem that many casual fans aren't yet familiar with.

CACHITO MIO AMoNTILLaDo

You Got it Wonderfully Right ! I sing this song Loving it So Much

JORGE ALEJANDRO GIRARDI TOLEDO

Que gran canción e interpretación de Engelbert Humperdick...👏👏👏👏👏👏
The King of Hearts....

annelenlovengegreece

WOW!!!I love the way he sings this song .

Collector007

Absolutely beautiful song!

Mary Holmes

My dad, Lee Phillips, wrote this song! This was his stage name.  Actual name is Phillip Lee Holmes.  Can't believe I found this song.

Ziomahara Linares

I don’t mean to be rude but the songwriters in this song are Bobby Eli and Terry Collins

Ron Money

Hi Mary Uncle Ron Money Camden NJ I Met Bobby years ago plz touch base

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