If This Isn't Love
Feinstein Michael Lyrics
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If I had everything I'd still be a slave for you
If I ruled the night
Stars and moon so bright
Still I'd turn for life to you
If the world to me bowed yet humbly I'd plead to you
If my friends were a crowd I'd turn my needs to you
What would life be worth
If I hadn't the right to you
If the world to me bowed yet humbly I'd plead to you
If my friends were a crowd I'd turn my needs to you
If I ruled the earth
What would life be worth
If I hadn't the right to you
Feinstein Michael's song "If This Isn't Love" is a beautiful ode to the power of love. The lyrics convey a sense of deep devotion and sacrifice that one would make for their lover. The opening lines, "If they made me a king I'd be but a slave for you, If I had everything I'd still be a slave for you" immediately set the tone for the song. They suggest that no matter how much power or wealth one may attain in their life, it would all pale in comparison to the love and devotion they have for their partner.
As the song progresses, the lyrics only become more powerful. The singer declares that even if they were to rule the night and have the stars and moon at their disposal, they would still turn to their partner for all of their needs. They further emphasize this point by saying that if the whole world was at their feet, they would still only plead humbly to their partner. These lines showcase the level of commitment and love the singer has for their partner.
In the final verse, the lyrics become almost mournful. The singer asks what the point of ruling the earth would be if they did not have their partner by their side. This highlights the fact that love can give meaning and purpose to even the most mundane aspects of life. All in all, "If This Isn't Love" is a deeply moving and emotional song that beautifully captures the strength of true love.
Line by Line Meaning
If they made me a king I'd be but a slave for you
Even if I held the highest position of power, I would still willingly serve and devote myself to you.
If I had everything I'd still be a slave for you
Even if I possessed all luxuries and material possessions, I would still willingly submit to you.
If I ruled the night
Stars and moon so bright
Still I'd turn for life to you
Even if I had control over the beauty of the night sky, I would still choose to center my life around you.
If the world to me bowed yet humbly I'd plead to you
If my friends were a crowd I'd turn my needs to you
Even if the entire world respected and admired me, I would still turn to you for guidance and support. Even if I had many friends, I would still prioritize your needs over theirs.
If I ruled the earth
What would life be worth
If I hadn't the right to you
Even if I had complete control over the planet, my life would be meaningless without the love and companionship of you.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., SHAPIRO BERNSTEIN & CO. INC.
Written by: BURTON LANE, E.Y. HARBURG
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