Where Is The Love?
Houston Person & Bill Charlap Lyrics
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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
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
The lyrics to Houston Person's song, "Love Is Here to Stay," convey a deep sense of love and commitment that is meant to last forever, beyond the fleeting nature of modern-day distractions such as the radio and the telephone. The lyrics suggest that these modern devices are nothing but passing fancies, and that true love is something that can stand the test of time. The singer communicates a sense of confidence in the strength and stability of their love, which will endure even if the earth beneath them crumbles.
The line, "not for a year but ever and a day" suggests that the love between the two people in the song is not something that will fade quickly, but will last far longer than just one year. The singer then goes on to evoke images of potential crumbling, suggesting that even if the most stable and enduring natural or manmade structures were to collapse, their love would remain as strong as ever. This line, "But our love is here to stay" is repeated twice, further emphasizing the singer's conviction and determination.
Overall, the song is a beautiful ode to the power and endurance of true love. It suggests that while the world around us is constantly changing and evolving, love is the one thing that can remain constant and steadfast. It's a reassuring message for anyone who has ever felt that their love was at risk of fading or being forgotten over time.
Line by Line Meaning
It's very clear, our love is here to stay
It's obvious to both of us that we have a long-lasting love
Not for a year but ever and a day
It's not a temporary love, but one that will last forever
The radio and the telephone and the movies that we know
Various forms of media may come and go from our lives
May just be passing fancies and in time may go
They may only be temporary interests that we lose interest in eventually
But oh, my dear, our love is here to stay
Despite everything else changing, our love will always remain the same
Together we're going a long, long way
We are committed to each other for the long haul
In time the Rockies may crumble, Gibraltar may tumble
Even the most steadfast and strong structures may one day fall
They're only made of clay
As strong as they may seem, they are still made of fragile materials
But our love is here to stay
Our love is the one thing that will never falter, no matter what happens
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: George Gershwin, Ira Gershwin
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