Song for the Asking
Garfunkel Lyrics
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Ask me and I will play
So sweetly, I'll make you smile
This is my tune for the taking
Take it, don't turn away
I've been waiting all my life
Thinking it over, I'd be more than glad
To change my ways for the asking
Ask me and I will play
All the love that I hold inside
Hm
Hm
The lyrics to Garfunkel's Song for the Asking are a plea from the singer to the listener to simply ask for what they want, and he will deliver. The first verse sets the tone with an offer to play a sweet melody that will make the listener smile. The second verse goes a bit deeper, with the singer lamenting over his past and how he would be happy to change his ways if only asked. The final two lines of the song bring things back to the present, with the singer once again offering to play all the love that he holds inside.
Overall, the song is a touching and simple reflection on the power of asking for what you want. It's a reminder that sometimes, all we need to do is speak our desires out loud and they'll come to life.
Line by Line Meaning
Here is my song for the asking
I have a song ready for anyone who wants to hear it
Ask me and I will play
Just ask and I will perform my song for you
So sweetly, I'll make you smile
My song is beautiful and will bring joy to your face
This is my tune for the taking
My song is available for anyone to take and enjoy
Take it, don't turn away
Don't hesitate, take my song and appreciate it
I've been waiting all my life
It's been my dream to share my song with others
Thinking it over, I've been sad
When I reflect on my life, I sometimes feel unhappy
Thinking it over, I'd be more than glad
But I know I would feel much better if I could change
To change my ways for the asking
I am willing to become a better person if someone asks me to
All the love that I hold inside
My song is full of the love I have within me
Hm
Musical interlude or pause in the lyrics
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: PAUL SIMON
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Lo Peezy
Here is my song for the asking
Ask me and I will play
So sweetly, I'll make you smile
This is my tune for the taking
Take it, don't turn away
I've been waiting all my life
Thinking it over, I've been sad
Thinking it over, I'd be more than glad
To change my ways for the asking
Ask me and I will play
All the love that I hold inside
Hm
Hm
Bruno Miguel
The only thing that is wrong in this song is that is too short. It's so beautiful that you want more from that beauty
ginny white
,my fav song Paul ever wrote
Dazernator800
The brevity is a part of its beauty. Just like fireworks or falling cherry blossoms in spring.
cielo in una stanza
@Dazernator800 Perfect. Wanting more is part of its grace.
bumperu
You want more but realize it was the right length at the right time. Kind of like a shortened vacation.
Shivam Shresth
It's so short, why does it end even.
Rondi Ann Adams
This is my absolute favorite song from Simon & Garfunkel. It is simple but so sweet. It expresses love, and it is wonderful.
jose carlos
I think of all the "pop" music I have owned over the years, this is the finest album in my collection, and I think the greatest collection of songs ever written, performed flawlessly.
LEOxuan
@Mike Fuller wild honey pie by the Beatles….
Niesje Raaphorst
Another masterpiece ❤