Love You To
George Harrison Lyrics


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(Yeah)
You, I really really love you
Nobody else will do
That's why I love you
That's why, why, why

(Yeah)
You, I really really love you
Nobody else will do
That's why I love you
That's why, why, why

Well babe you know I love you so
I'd pay the world if you could know
And when I see, you're comin' down the street
My heart skips (a) beat

You, I really really need you
But yet you play me for a fool
Why do you do me like you do, do, do
(Yeah)

Well babe you know I love you so
I'd pay the world if you could know
And when I see, you're comin' down the street
My heart skips (a) beat

You, I really really need you
But yet you play me for a fool
Why do you do me like you do




Why do you do me like you do
Why, why

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to George Harrison's song Love You To are a testament to the complex emotions that come with being in love. The opening lines of the song reveal the depth of love that the singer feels for his/her significant other: "You, I really really love you / Nobody else will do / That's why I love you / That's why, why, why". It's clear that the singer is committed to this person and is willing to do anything to maintain their relationship.


However, the next few lines show that the singer's love is a bit one-sided. The object of their affection seems to be playing them "for a fool", and this is causing the singer great pain: "You, I really really need you / But yet you play me for a fool / Why do you do me like you do, do, do". Despite this, the singer continues to love this person deeply, unable to let go of their bond.


One interesting aspect of this song is the use of Indian classical music. Harrison was heavily influenced by Indian music, and Love You To features a prominent sitar solo. Additionally, the song includes tabla drums, tambura, and other traditional Indian instruments. This was a unique sound for a Western pop song in the 1960s and helped to establish Harrison's reputation as a pioneer of world music.


Line by Line Meaning

(Yeah) You, I really really love you
I have profound feelings for you, and there is no one else that can match the love that I have for you


Nobody else will do
I have looked for someone else like you, but I have not found anyone who can replace you


That's why I love you
The reason why I feel so strongly about you is because there is no one else who can make me feel the way you do


That's why, why, why
I cannot emphasize enough how much I love you and how much you mean to me


Well babe you know I love you so
I want to make sure that you understand that I truly love you and that my affections for you are sincere


I'd pay the world if you could know
My love for you is invaluable, and I would do anything to make sure that you are aware of how I feel


And when I see, you're comin' down the street
My heart races with excitement whenever you are around, and I cannot help but feel overwhelmed with joy


My heart skips (a) beat
I am so enamored with you that my heart cannot help but skip a beat whenever I am in your presence


You, I really really need you
You are so important to me that I cannot imagine my life without you


But yet you play me for a fool
I feel like you are not taking my love seriously, and it is causing me pain and heartache


Why do you do me like you do, do, do
I am bewildered and confused by your actions, and I cannot understand why you would treat me this way


Why do you do me like you do
I am hurting and in need of answers as to why you are treating me poorly


Why, why
I am consumed with questions about why you do the things you do, and I need to understand your motivations




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Written by: LEROY SWEARINGEN

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@RobertCeisler

Each day just goes so fast
I turn around, it's passed
You don't get time to hang a sign on me
Love me while you can
Before I'm a dead old man
A lifetime is so short
A new one can't be bought
But what you've got means such a lot to me
Make love all day long
Make love singing songs
Make love all day long
Make love singing songs
There's people standing 'round
Who'll screw you in the ground
They'll fill you in with all their sins, you'll see
I'll make love to you
If you want me to



All comments from YouTube:

@AqueleRod

George will live forever in our hearts. Peace and love my friends! ✌

@damianlopez7630

May He Rest In Holy GOD'S Presence!

@RobertCeisler

Each day just goes so fast
I turn around, it's passed
You don't get time to hang a sign on me
Love me while you can
Before I'm a dead old man
A lifetime is so short
A new one can't be bought
But what you've got means such a lot to me
Make love all day long
Make love singing songs
Make love all day long
Make love singing songs
There's people standing 'round
Who'll screw you in the ground
They'll fill you in with all their sins, you'll see
I'll make love to you
If you want me to

@thejonegcle7759

such great lyrics

@folkrock4u

It's not "before i'm a dead old man."

@sterioapple

@@folkrock4u Then what is it?

@nepesilva2284

@@folkrock4u yes, it is “before I’m a dead old man”

@Flasoo8

An excellent mix. The Indian instruments ( especially the tanpura) are very crisp and clear. Fantastic.

@SpaceGuyTDG810

I'm also a guy who actually likes Hindustani music, especially this song. I like the mix of Indian and rock music being incorporated in this song.

@loxleymoon

It's funny; the longer I've been a Beatles fan, the more and more this one seems to become one of my favorites.

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