More Than You Know
Helen Morgan Lyrics
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Whether you are false or true
Whether you remain or wander,
I'm growing fonder of you
Even though your friends forsake you,
Even though you don't succeed
Wouldn't I be glad to take you,
Give you the break you need
More than you know, more than you know
Girl of my heart, I love you so
Lately I find you're on my mind
More than you know
Whether you're right, whether you're wrong
Girl of my heart, I'll string along
You need me so
Much more than you'll ever know (ever know)
Loving you the way that I do
There's nothing I can do about it
Loving may be all you can give
But baby I can't live without it
Oh, how I'd cry, oh, how I'd cry
If you got tired and said "Good-bye"
More than I'd show
More than you'd ever know
In Helen Morgan's song "More Than You Know," the main theme is about unconditional love. The song's narrator sings about how their love for their significant other grows more and more every day, despite all of the challenges they may face. They are willing to embrace their partner's imperfections, accept them whether they are loyal or not, stand by their side, and never let go. The singer professes how they cannot help but to think of her day and night, and that they love her much more than she could ever comprehend. Even when all hope is lost and nobody believes in her, the singer assures her, that they will never leave her or abandon her, and that they would always be there to give her the support and love that she needs.
The lyrics of the song come across as a beautiful love letter sent to the object of the singer's affection. It is a reminder that true love is rare and that it is not affected by any problems and challenges. It is an affirmation of the power of love, which doesn't judge or withhold, and has the ability to transform difficult situations into beautiful ones. The lyrics also convey a sense of vulnerability and a fear of losing the person they love the most. Thus, the song stands as a tribute to the all-consuming nature of true love and the willingness to go to extremes to keep it alive.
Line by Line Meaning
Whether you are here or yonder,
No matter where you are, near or far,
Whether you are false or true
Regardless of whether you are lying or being honest,
Whether you remain or wander,
Whether you stay or leave,
I'm growing fonder of you
I am developing stronger feelings for you.
Even though your friends forsake you,
Even if your friends desert you,
Even though you don't succeed
Even if you fail or don't achieve your goals,
Wouldn't I be glad to take you,
I would be happy to take you,
Give you the break you need
To give you an opportunity to succeed.
More than you know, more than you know
I love you more than you could possibly imagine.
Girl of my heart, I love you so
You are the love of my life, and I love you deeply.
Lately I find you're on my mind
I have been thinking about you a lot lately.
Whether you're right, whether you're wrong
Regardless of whether you are correct or mistaken,
Girl of my heart, I'll string along
I will follow you and support you no matter what.
You need me so
You rely on me and need me in your life.
Much more than you'll ever know (ever know)
You need me more than you realize.
Loving you the way that I do
I love you with all my heart and soul.
There's nothing I can do about it
I can't change how much I love you.
Loving may be all you can give
You may only be able to love me in return.
But baby I can't live without it
But I can't imagine my life without your love.
Oh, how I'd cry, oh, how I'd cry
I would cry so much if I lost you.
If you got tired and said "Good-bye"
If you became tired of our relationship and decided to leave,
More than I'd show
I would be even more devastated than I would let on.
More than you'd ever know
You could never grasp the depth of my love for you.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Barry James Eastmond, Cynthia De Mari Biggs
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Scott Gates
My mother was three days old when this song was recorded. And on July 5, 2020, she is, happily, still alive!
Ron Wilson
Really nice version of this great song.. and she has a really gorgeous voice. as well!
Janine11155
I think that there is a great deal of difference in her voice (and register) between this clip and others at a later date. She was always a great singer, and her own life no doubt fueled her great performances, but you can hear the changes to her voice from alchohol
Wayne Brasler
A unique and brilliant talent with a very unhappy life alas. She is still beloved worldwide and has not been forgotten.
ziggy swartz
Lovely. Heartfelt, from someone who knew sadness, and died tragically early. Thanks for this -Bill
kateandphoebe
Yes, Bill, I remember in 1927 when Helen Morgan sung a song about you.
gazebo46
Wow! She's got such a pretty voice!
Terry Hammond
Exquisite.... the Heartbreak and tragedy that was her life is there in every note she sings. May I also recommend Gogi Grant singing songs from the Helen Morgan story on YouTube. Also incredibly beautiful ... Although a very different voice... More like Garland.
Paulo Antonio Paulino
Beautifull song, lovely voice... thank's you tube.
Aaron Granda
I saw the helen Morgan story around 74 and fell for her, but I've never heard her sing before. Did she end up an alcoholic? Did Ann Blythe play her? Sweet voice.