All The Way
Glen Campbell Lyrics


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When somebody loves you it's no good unless she loves you all the way
Happy to be near you when you need someone to cheer you all the way
Taller than the tallest tree is that's how it's got to be
And deeper than the deep blue sea is now that's how deep it goes if it's real

When somebody needs you it's no good unless she needs you all the way
Through the good or lean years and through all the end between it come what may
Who knows where the love will lead us only a fool would say
But if you let me love you it's for sure I'm gonna love you all the way

Darling all the way




(Who knows where the love will lead us only a fool would say)
But if you let me love you it's for sure I'm gonna love you all the way all the way

Overall Meaning

The song "All the Way" by Glen Campbell is a ballad that describes the kind of love that exists when it's all-encompassing and consuming. The lyrics emphasize the importance of being loved and needed completely by someone, and how it is not enough to be loved or needed partially. It is a song about true and unconditional love.


The lyrics reference natural wonders such as the tallest tree and deep blue sea to convey the depth and extent of the love being talked about in the song. It is said that the person's love should be even greater than those natural beauties. The singer states that if given the chance, he would love someone all the way, through thick and thin, good and bad days, making it clear that his love is genuine.


The song's theme of absolute love has struck a chord with many people and became one of Glen Campbell's most popular songs. The song has been covered by many artists, including Frank Sinatra, who made it a major hit.


Line by Line Meaning

When somebody loves you it's no good unless she loves you all the way
Love is only worthwhile if it's given completely and unconditionally.


Happy to be near you when you need someone to cheer you all the way
Being there for someone in every way they need is the mark of true devotion.


Taller than the tallest tree is that's how it's got to be
Love should be strong and enduring, standing taller than anything else in life.


And deeper than the deep blue sea is now that's how deep it goes if it's real
True love is vast, infinite, and goes deeper than anything else in existence.


When somebody needs you it's no good unless she needs you all the way
Being needed completely is the foundation of a healthy and fulfilling relationship.


Through the good or lean years and through all the end between it come what may
Love endures all of life's highs and lows, no matter what comes our way.


Who knows where the love will lead us only a fool would say
Love is unpredictable, and the future is uncertain, but that's what makes it so exciting.


But if you let me love you it's for sure I'm gonna love you all the way
If given the chance, I will love you with my whole heart and soul.


Darling all the way
My love for you goes the distance and will never fade.


(Who knows where the love will lead us only a fool would say)
Love can take us on unexpected journeys, and only a fool would try to predict its path.


But if you let me love you it's for sure I'm gonna love you all the way all the way
With your permission, I will love you completely and unconditionally forever.




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Written by: Sammy Cahn, James Van Heusen

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