Hello
Gary Puckett Lyrics


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I've been alone with you inside my mind
And in my dreams I've kissed your lips a thousand times
I sometimes see you pass outside my door
Hello, is it me you're looking for?
I can see it in your eyes
I can see it in your smile
You're all I've ever wanted, and my arms are open wide
'Cause you know just what to say
And you know just what to do
And I want to tell you so much, I love you
I long to see the sunlight in your hair
And tell you time and time again how much I care
Sometimes I feel my heart will overflow
Hello, I've just got to let you know
'Cause I wonder where you are
And I wonder what you do
Are you somewhere feeling lonely, or is someone loving you?
Tell me how to win your heart
For I haven't got a clue
But let me start by saying, I love you
Hello, is it me you're looking for?
'Cause I wonder where you are
And I wonder what you do
Are you somewhere feeling lonely, or is someone loving you?
Tell me how to win your heart




For I haven't got a clue
But let me start by saying I love you

Overall Meaning

In Gary Puckett's song "Hello," the lyrics depict a deep sense of longing and unrequited love. The singer expresses his feelings of being alone yet connected with the person he loves, both physically and in his dreams. The line "I've been alone with you inside my mind" suggests a strong emotional attachment and desire to be with this person, despite physical distance. He imagines kissing their lips in his dreams, indicating his intense longing for a romantic connection.


The repeated refrain of "Hello, is it me you're looking for?" conveys the singer's desperate hope that the object of his affection will reciprocate his feelings and reach out to him. He reflects on how this person is all he has ever wanted, and he expresses his willingness to love them unconditionally with open arms. The lyrics emphasize the depth of his emotions by describing how he sees love in the other person's eyes and smile, and how he is driven to express his love despite any uncertainties.


The singer yearns to express his love openly and consistently, wanting to share his feelings and affection with the person he admires. He longs to see the sunlight in their hair, a symbol of joy and brightness in their presence. The line "Sometimes I feel my heart will overflow" conveys the overwhelming intensity of his emotions, suggesting that his love for this person is boundless and consuming. The repeated questioning of the person's whereabouts and emotions reflects the singer's insecurities and desire for reassurance about the other person's feelings.


The lyrics culminate in a plea for guidance on how to win the person's heart, as the singer admits to being clueless about how to proceed. Despite his uncertainty, he boldly declares his love and starts by expressing it openly. The vulnerability and sincerity in the words "Hello, I've just got to let you know" convey the singer's courage in laying his emotions bare, even in the face of potential rejection. The song's poignant portrayal of unrequited love and emotional longing resonates with listeners who have experienced similar feelings of longing and uncertainty in matters of the heart.


Line by Line Meaning

I've been alone with you inside my mind
I have spent time with you in my thoughts and emotions


And in my dreams I've kissed your lips a thousand times
In my dreams, I have longed for physical affection with you


I sometimes see you pass outside my door
I catch glimpses of you passing by near where I am


Hello, is it me you're looking for?
Greetings, are you searching for me?


I can see it in your eyes
I can perceive your emotions through your eyes


I can see it in your smile
I can sense your happiness or joy through your smile


You're all I've ever wanted, and my arms are open wide
You are my ultimate desire, and I am ready to embrace you


'Cause you know just what to say
Because you have a way with words that touches my heart


And you know just what to do
And your actions demonstrate your understanding of my feelings


And I want to tell you so much, I love you
I have a deep desire to express my love for you


I long to see the sunlight in your hair
I yearn to witness the beauty of sunlight on your hair


And tell you time and time again how much I care
And repeatedly convey to you the depth of my affection


Sometimes I feel my heart will overflow
At times, my heart feels so full of love it could overflow


Hello, I've just got to let you know
Greetings, I need to share my feelings with you


'Cause I wonder where you are
Because I am curious about your whereabouts


And I wonder what you do
And I am intrigued by how you spend your time


Are you somewhere feeling lonely, or is someone loving you?
Are you experiencing solitude, or are you being cared for by someone?


Tell me how to win your heart
Inform me of what I need to do to capture your affection


For I haven't got a clue
Because I am unsure on how to proceed


But let me start by saying, I love you
But I will begin by declaring my love for you




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Lionel Richie

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