Love Is Here To Stay
Gershwin Gershwin Lyrics


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It's very clear, our love is here to stay
Not for a year but ever and a day
The radio and the telephone and the movies that we know
May just be passing fancies and in time may go

But oh, my dear, our love is here to stay
Together we're going a long, long way
In time the Rockies may crumble, Gibraltar may tumble
They're only made of clay
But our love is here to stay

In time the Rockies may crumble, Gibraltar may tumble




They're only made of clay
But our love is here to stay

Overall Meaning

Gershwin's Love Is Here to Stay is a classic love song that celebrates the endurance of true love. The lyrics express the idea that while external entities such as radio, telephone, and movies may come and go, true love stays forever. The song's title serves as a repeated motif in the chorus, driving home the point that the love between the two lovers is here to stay.


The first verse establishes the longevity of their relationship, asserting that their love is not just physical but emotional, and can withstand the test of time. The second verse uses imagery, stating that even if the Rockies or Gibraltar crumble, their love will still exist. It's a poignant reminder that true love is not dependent on external circumstances, but rather on the connection between two people.


Overall, Love Is Here to Stay is a song about the power of love and the steadfastness that comes with it. It's a romantic ballad that celebrates the endurance of true love, and its message resonates with people to this day.


Line by Line Meaning

It's very clear, our love is here to stay
Our love is strong and will last forever.


Not for a year but ever and a day
Our love will endure beyond just a year, but for eternity.


The radio and the telephone and the movies that we know
The trends and technologies that we enjoy now may not endure the test of time.


May just be passing fancies and in time may go
The things we consider important now may soon become irrelevant.


But oh, my dear, our love is here to stay
Our love will remain constant no matter what happens.


Together we're going a long, long way
As a team, we're in it for the long haul.


In time the Rockies may crumble, Gibraltar may tumble
Even the strongest and most enduring things in the world may eventually fall apart.


They're only made of clay
Despite their seeming indestructibility, these structures are still ultimately made up of commonplace materials.


But our love is here to stay
However, our love will remain strong and unbreakable.




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: GEORGE GERSHWIN, IRA GERSHWIN

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Carmen Demetrio

🌺 🌺 🌺

⭐️ It’s very clear...the love is here to stay
Not for a year, but ever and a day

The radio, the telephone and the movies that we know
may be passin’ fancies
and in time may go

⭐️ But oh, my dear .. our love is here to stay
Together we are goin a long, long way

In time, the Rockies may crumble, Gibraltar may tumble
they’re only made of clay
but our love is here to stay.



All comments from YouTube:

philip ernstzen

It's very clear our love is here to stay! ❤

Señor Búho

Siempre vuelvo a esta canción cuando extraño sentir el calor del primer amor

vazmo14850

one of the most iconic images from a movie!

WOETOE

title of the movie?

ADSY

@WOETOE Manhattan

delveron37

Sublime!

reign hard

I'm drinking wine whilst listening to this masterpiece 🍷

Ken Lua

Just watched the movie. Love this song!

Balbir Singh

Beautiful tune.

Carmen Demetrio

🌺 🌺 🌺

⭐️ It’s very clear...the love is here to stay
Not for a year, but ever and a day

The radio, the telephone and the movies that we know
may be passin’ fancies
and in time may go

⭐️ But oh, my dear .. our love is here to stay
Together we are goin a long, long way

In time, the Rockies may crumble, Gibraltar may tumble
they’re only made of clay
but our love is here to stay.

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