When I Fall in Love
Heyman & Young Lyrics
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Maybe I am living in the past
But when I meet the right one
I know that I'll be true
My first love will be the last
When I fall in love it will be forever
Or I'll never fall in love
Love is ended before it began
And too many moonlight kisses
Seem to cool in the warmth of the sun
When I give my heart it will be completely
Or I'll never, never, never give my heart
And the moment I can feel that you feel that way too
Is when I give my heart to you
And the moment I can feel that you feel that way too
Is when I give my heart to you
The lyrics of Heyman and Young's When I Fall in Love express a sense of romantic traditionalism and idealism, with the singer admitting to being an old-fashioned person who values loyalty and honesty in a relationship. He acknowledges that he may be out of step with the times, but he remains hopeful that he will find the right person to love and commit to. The phrase "falling in love" suggests a sense of surrender and vulnerability, as if love cannot be controlled but is something that happens to a person. The singer's insistence that this love will be lasting and true implies a rejection of the disposability and fickleness often associated with modern romance.
The second verse suggests that love can be fragile and easily destroyed, especially in our fast-paced and uncertain world. The image of moonlight kisses cooling in the warmth of the sun is a vivid metaphor for the transience of romantic passion. The singer seems to suggest that only by giving his heart completely and unreservedly can he hope to create a love that will endure. He places great importance on mutual feelings of commitment and reciprocity, stating that he will only give his heart to someone if he believes they feel the same way.
Overall, the lyrics of When I Fall in Love convey a sense of deep emotional yearning and desire for connection. The song speaks to a universal human experience, namely the search for love and companionship despite the many obstacles and uncertainties that arise in life. The lyrics are beautifully crafted and poetic, highlighting the enduring appeal of this classic romantic ballad.
Line by Line Meaning
Maybe I'm old fashioned, feeling as I do
Perhaps my beliefs and values are not in line with modern times, but that's how I feel
Maybe I am living in the past
Maybe I am nostalgic and hold onto old ideas and sentiments
But when I meet the right one
Yet, when I find the person who is right for me
I know that I'll be true
I know that I will be faithful and loyal to them
My first love will be the last
The first person I love will be the only one I ever truly love
When I fall in love it will be forever
When I fall in love, it will be a love that lasts a lifetime
Or I'll never fall in love
If it's not a love that endures, then I won't fall in love at all
In a restless world like this is
In a world that's constantly changing and moving
Love is ended before it began
Love often ends before it ever truly begins
And too many moonlight kisses
And too many romantic moments under the moonlight
Seem to cool in the warmth of the sun
Seem to lose their magic and passion when faced with the reality of daylight
When I give my heart it will be completely
When I open my heart to someone, I will give them all of me
Or I'll never, never, never give my heart
If I can't give my heart completely, then I won't give it at all
And the moment I can feel that you feel that way too
And when I sense that you reciprocate my feelings
Is when I give my heart to you
That's when I will open my heart completely to you
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Edward Heyman, Victor Young
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@miasyifaaaa5338
When I fall in love it will be forever
Or I'll never fall in love
In a restless world like this is
Love is ended before it's begun
And too many moonlight kisses
Seem to cool in the warmth of the sun
When I give my heart it will be completely
Or I'll never give my heart
And the moment I can feel that you feel that way too
Is when I fall in love with you.
And the moment I can feel that you feel that way too
Is when I'll fall in love with you
@fosbury68
Beautiful/Gorgeous arrangement by Gordon Jenkins.
@MsGirlyBaby
I sang this song with my chorus choir in high school in '96. Was watching a movie with Adam Sandler and Chris Rock called "The week of" and heard the song! Brought back so many memories. Didn't know Nat "King" Cole sang it. 💕
@notaire2
The late 50s forever.
@messrtwinky
Swoon...thanks so much Mr. Hertzberg.
@djwsam575
4 my father rip
@hurbini
Wonderful recording. You were perfect Sir. With credits to composers, recording year, etc. This is to respect the history.
@trishptg
Hello David! Thank you for the this upload. Words to live by and so true. This was even before I was born. Never out of style. Hope you are well my dear friend ... Trish
@dennman6
Also, the montage of images, including the record jacket, is so well done. Really nice job on these videos!
@dennman6
Sound quality on your transfers is excellent. May I ask what equipment you use for them? Turntable/cartridge/stylus/tracking pressure, preamp, etc? The clarity is really quite striking.
@alicjajany9588
When I fall in love, It will be forever, Or I'll never fall in love. In a restless world like this is, Love is ended before it's begun, And too many moonlight kisses Seem to cool in the warmth of the sun. When I give my heart, It will be completely, Or I'll never give my heart. And the moment I can feel that You feel that way, too, Is when I'll fall in love with you.