RAINBOW
I Surrender Lyrics
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I surrender to your heart babe
Do anything that you want me to do
Please be tender I'm in your hands girl
This is a feeling I never knew
You know I tried to make it on my own
That's not the way it was meant to be
Oh darling come back to me
I surrender, I surrender
I'm giving up the role of pretender
Oh be tender, girl be tender
Can't you feel the love that I send you
I surrender.
I remember, seems like a lifetime
Can't believe it's a matter of days
Since you left me I'm near to heartbreak
I want you so bad don't turn away
What does it take to stay by my side
You know I'll do what you want me to
Don't take away this feeling inside
I'm still in love with you
I surrender, I surrender
I'm giving up the role of pretender
I remember, I remember
Can't you feel the love that I send you
I surrender.
I surrender, I surrender
Darling now won't you be tender
Surrender, oh surrender
Feel the love that I send you
I surrender...
In "Rainbow," the singer expresses their longing for their loved one to return to them. The song is about surrendering to the power of love and the willingness to do whatever it takes to be with someone they love. The lyrics show the singer's vulnerability and how they are willing to give up their persona of being independent and strong just to be with their lover. They plead with their partner to be tender and accept the love they send. The song can be interpreted as a plea to a former lover to come back and make things right or to someone new that the singer sees a future with.
The first verse shows the singer acknowledging that they could not make it on their own and that they need their partner. The use of words like "surrender," "anything," and "never knew" indicate the depth of the love they feel. The second verse is full of nostalgia and heartbreak as the singer reflects on how they've been near to heartbreak since their lover left. The phrase "what does it take to stay by my side" shows how desperate they are to have their love reciprocated, and the repetition of "I surrender" emphasizes their willingness to give up everything.
In the chorus, the singer begs their lover to be tender and feel the love they send. The repetition of "I surrender" shows their complete submission to their love for their partner. The song conveys a sense of hope, like the rainbow in the title, that despite the pain and heartbreak, love can still conquer all.
Line by Line Meaning
I surrender to your heart babe
I am giving in to my feelings for you and letting my heart lead the way.
Do anything that you want me to do
I am willing to sacrifice and do whatever it takes to make you happy.
Please be tender I'm in your hands girl
I am vulnerable and putting my faith in you to treat me with kindness and care.
This is a feeling I never knew
My emotions for you have opened up a new world, and I am experiencing new sensations and love like never before.
You know I tried to make it on my own
I attempted to handle this situation solo, but I have come to realize that I need you.
That's not the way it was meant to be
I have come to accept that I am not strong enough to deal with this alone, and we are meant to be together.
Spend my time waiting by the phone
I am longing for your call or message, and it feels like time crawls by when I am waiting.
Oh darling come back to me
I am pleading with you to return to me and reignite the love we share.
I'm giving up the role of pretender
I have dropped my facade and am being real and honest about my feelings for you.
Can't you feel the love that I send you
I hope that you can sense the devotion and affection that I am sending your way.
I remember, seems like a lifetime
The time since we have last been together feels like an eternity, and I reminisce about our past experiences.
Can't believe it's a matter of days
I am shocked that it has only been a few days since you left because it feels like much longer.
Since you left me I'm near to heartbreak
Your departure has brought me to the brink of emotional pain and heartbreak.
I want you so bad don't turn away
I am desperate for your love and attention and am begging you not to reject me.
What does it take to stay by my side
I am struggling to understand what it takes for you to stay committed and at my side.
You know I'll do what you want me to
I am willing to cater to your needs and desires to keep our love alive and strong.
Don't take away this feeling inside
Please do not extinguish the love and passion that I feel for you.
Darling now won't you be tender
I am asking you to show me compassion, sympathy, and gentleness.
Feel the love that I send you
I hope that you feel the warmth and depth of my love and that it touches your heart.
I surrender...
I am surrendering my heart, soul, and emotions to you, hoping that you will reciprocate my love and passion.
Contributed by Joshua J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@shahingozalov7910
Still listening and it's 2024 outside .What a masterpiece!
@davidnissim589
Joe Lynn Turner is easily one of the most underrated singers in rock. He never had as much success as he did in Rainbow.
@nesfan8
Too bad he had the impossible job of being one of Dios successor
@gw2934
I agree , the perfect melodic rock singer, fantastic vibrato and range, ,his time was always limited working with Ritchie, ,I think he would be a great front man for Boston ?
@liubomirvasilev7757
He wrote it! I mean-!!!!!
@krazywally5685
Didn't JLT sing in Malmsteens Rising Force?
@susi-emily
@Karl Walduck Yep. I met him when Yngwie played a gig in venue local to me back in 1988. Joe was a gent. Yngwie too actually. Nice guys.
@christospapadopoulos1226
WHAT VOICE!!!
WHAT SONG!!!
RAINBOW FOR EVER!!!!!
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@geopet17
Our flag got me! Much love brother! Great taste in music!
@christospapadopoulos1226
@George Yes my friend
I agree with you
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