You and I
Estelle Lyrics


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No New Year's Day to celebrate
No chocolate covered candy hearts to give away
No first of spring
No song to sing
In fact here's just another ordinary day
No April rain
No flowers bloom
No wedding Saturday within the month of June
But what it is, is something true
Made up of these three words that I must say to you
I just called to say I love you
I just called to say how much I care
I just called to say I love you
And I mean it from the bottom of my heart
No summer's high
No warm July
No harvest moon to light one tender August night
No autumn breeze
No falling leaves
Not even time for birds to fly to southern skies
No Libra sun
No Halloween
No giving thanks to all the Christmas joy you bring
But what it is, though old so new
To fill your heart like no three words could ever do
I just called to say I love you
I just called to say how much I care, I do
I just called to say I love you
And I mean it from the bottom of my heart
I just called to say I love you
I just called to say how much I care, I do
I just called to say I love you
And I mean it from the bottom of my heart, of my heart, of my heart
I just called to say I love you
I just called to say how much I care, I do




I just called to say I love you
And I mean it from the bottom of my heart, of my heart, baby of my heart

Overall Meaning

"You and I" by Estelle is a song that speaks to the simplicity and sincerity of love. The lyrics paint a picture of a relationship that doesn't rely on grand gestures or special occasions to express affection. Instead, it finds beauty and meaning in the ordinary moments of everyday life.


The song begins by listing various events and holidays that the singer and their partner don't have to celebrate or indulge in. From New Year's Day to chocolate-covered candy hearts on Valentine's Day, the absence of these traditional markers of love highlights the unconventional nature of their relationship. The absence of seasons and holidays continues throughout the song, suggesting that their love doesn't need external validation or specific moments to thrive.


Instead, the singer emphasizes the power of three simple words: "I love you." They express that love is something true and genuine, far more important than any grand gestures or special occasions. The repetition of "I just called to say I love you" reinforces the simplicity and straightforwardness of their feelings. The lyrics convey a deep sense of affection and a desire to express it sincerely, from the bottom of their heart.


Overall, "You and I" celebrates a love that transcends traditional expectations and highlights the beauty of ordinary moments. It emphasizes that true love doesn't need elaborate displays or specific occasions to be meaningful, but rather, it is sustained through heartfelt, genuine expressions of affection.


Line by Line Meaning

No New Year's Day to celebrate
There is no special occasion or holiday to rejoice and mark the beginning of the year


No chocolate covered candy hearts to give away
There are no sweet gifts or gestures of affection to express


No first of spring
There is no joyous arrival of the season that symbolizes new beginnings


No song to sing
There is a lack of melodic expression and celebration


In fact here's just another ordinary day
This is just an average and uneventful day


No April rain
There is no refreshing rainfall that represents growth and renewal


No flowers bloom
There are no blossoming flowers to indicate beauty and vitality


No wedding Saturday within the month of June
There are no weddings or romantic ceremonies during this traditionally popular month for nuptials


But what it is, is something true
However, the essence of the situation is genuine and sincere


Made up of these three words that I must say to you
Composed of three significant words that I need to express to you


I just called to say I love you
I simply reached out to tell you that I have deep affection for you


I just called to say how much I care
I just called to let you know the extent of my feelings and concern for you


And I mean it from the bottom of my heart
And I genuinely and sincerely mean it with great emotion


No summer's high
There is no ecstatic or thrilling summertime experience


No warm July
There is no pleasant and cozy month of July


No harvest moon to light one tender August night
There is no full moon during the harvest season to illuminate a romantic August evening


No autumn breeze
There is no gentle and cool breeze that signifies the arrival of fall


No falling leaves
There are no colorful leaves descending from the trees


Not even time for birds to fly to southern skies
There is no opportunity for birds to migrate and travel towards warmer destinations


No Libra sun
There is no astrological sign of Libra, associated with harmony and balance


No Halloween
There is no festive celebration of Halloween


No giving thanks to all the Christmas joy you bring
There is no expressing gratitude for the happiness and delight you bring during Christmas


But what it is, though old so new
Yet, despite its familiarity, it feels fresh and rejuvenating


To fill your heart like no three words could ever do
To fill your heart with a profound impact that surpasses the ability of any three words


I just called to say I love you
I simply reached out to tell you that I have deep affection for you


I just called to say how much I care, I do
I just called to let you know the extent of my feelings and concern for you


I just called to say I love you
I simply reached out to tell you that I have deep affection for you


And I mean it from the bottom of my heart
And I genuinely and sincerely mean it with great emotion


I just called to say I love you
I simply reached out to tell you that I have deep affection for you


I just called to say how much I care, I do
I just called to let you know the extent of my feelings and concern for you


I just called to say I love you
I simply reached out to tell you that I have deep affection for you


And I mean it from the bottom of my heart, of my heart, of my heart
And I genuinely and sincerely mean it with great emotion, with all my heart


I just called to say I love you
I simply reached out to tell you that I have deep affection for you


I just called to say how much I care, I do
I just called to let you know the extent of my feelings and concern for you


I just called to say I love you
I simply reached out to tell you that I have deep affection for you


And I mean it from the bottom of my heart, of my heart, baby of my heart
And I genuinely and sincerely mean it with great emotion, with all my heart, my dear




Lyrics ยฉ BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Stevie Wonder

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@MegaBeatles5

Every little
Every little

The first time
I met you
You were so quiet
And cool you
Never thought
That you
Would kiss my heart
The way you did
All of the sadness
In passing
Making me feel
Like I'm past it
But you really end
In the sweetest way

Oh
I'm so commended
By you
All in my music
All you
Do you keeps me
Surfing on the hook
That we can be
Together are you
I hope you
Listen to this
I hope you
Get to feel this
Because
Everything is you
Come on

Come close to me
Only your love
Can do me
Every little thing
I do you are
Baby you know
You're special
I don't care
What the rest do
Every little thing
I do you are

If love had a face
Then it's you
Made for me
How did you know
The best type of love
Who must have
Led you to hurt me
If there's anything
I can do
Let me know
I'll be a fool
But don't
Take advantage
Coz I will hate
To have to leave you
Your touch
Makes me feel
Like a woman
Takes me beyond
Feeling human
When you touch me
Oh
The smell of you
When we're alone
It's beautiful
Makes me to want
To leave you no
Everything is you

Come close to me
Only your love
Can do me

Every little thing
I do you are
Baby
You know
You're special
I don't care
What the rest do
Every little thing
I do you are

Come close to me
Only your love
Can do me
Every little thing
I do you are
Baby
You know
You're special
I don't care
What the rest do
Every little thing
I do you are

Ooh when your lying
Next to me
I can't believe
You're next to me
It's only us
In this moment
No interruptions
We focus

Tell you
I'm glad
I risked it
God knows
That I would
Have missed it

You're so amazing
Baby
Everything you do
Come close to me

Only your love
Everything
Little thing
I do you are
Baby
You know
You're special
I don't care
About the rest
Everything
Little thing
I do you are
Baby
Baby you are
Baby
You are
Baby you are
Baby



All comments from YouTube:

@robib2

This song is absolutely AMAZING. The vocals, the ballad, the lyrics. JUST BEAUTIFUL! I am in love!

@jritz619

Aaahhh the good ol' days. I had this song downloaded to my Zune mp3 player (for those who couldn't afford the IPod) lol

@maniacsgamingco.2336

Zune!! I had one...2

@gisellehernandez3086

2019 what is poppin ?! This song ;)

@momochichan214

This song always makes me smile. Like falling in love all over again lol

@Vanillacoke920

John Legend and Estelle sound so good together!!

@yb.breezyy5252

2020 and i have just found this song i am blessed, estelle is just an amazing singer with such heartwarming songs

@clarkmorales5340

This is music thatโ€™s for sure get into the groove itโ€™s out of this world

@GeassPwer

I had this song stuck in my head for about 3 YEARS, & now i've finally found it THANK THANK THANKYOU!!! <3

@w.davidholland7228

GeassPwer Isn't just awesome. Never gets old!

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