The Air that I Breathe
James Last Orchestra Lyrics
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Can't think of anything I need
No cigarettes, no sleep, no light, no sound
Nothing to eat, no books to read
Making love with you
Has left me peaceful warm and tired
What more could I ask
There's nothing left to be desired
Sleep, silent angel go to sleep
Sometimes all I need
Is the air that I breathe
And to love you
Sometimes all I need
Is the air that I breathe
And to love you
Sometimes all I need
Is the air that I breathe
And to love you
The lyrics of James Last Orchestra's "The Air That I Breathe" depict a sense of contentment and fulfillment that comes from being in love. The singer mentions that if they were to make a wish, they wouldn't be able to think of anything they truly needed. They've found peace and satisfaction in the simple act of making love with their partner, and there's nothing else they desire.
The song's chorus reinforces this sentiment by stating that sometimes all they need is the air they breathe and to love their partner. This further emphasizes the idea that love is the most important and fulfilling thing in life. The mention of a "sleep, silent angel" leaving the singer weak adds to the sense of tranquility and relaxation that comes with being in love.
Overall, "The Air That I Breathe" is a beautiful ode to the power of love and contentment.
Line by Line Meaning
If I could make a wish I think I'd pass
I don't have any desires or needs that I want to fulfill.
Can't think of anything I need
I don't need anything else in my life to feel complete.
No cigarettes, no sleep, no light, no sound
I don't need external stimulation to feel content.
Nothing to eat, no books to read
I don't need material possessions to feel satisfied.
Making love with you
Being intimate with you brings me inner peace and comfort.
Has left me peaceful warm and tired
Our intimacy has given me a sense of calm and comfort.
What more could I ask
There's nothing more I could want or need in this moment.
There's nothing left to be desired
I feel complete and entirely satisfied.
Peace came upon me and it leaves me weak
Feeling at peace with you makes me feel vulnerable and weak.
Sleep, silent angel go to sleep
I feel so at peace that I want to rest and be still.
Sometimes all I need
I don't need much to be content.
Is the air that I breathe
Just being alive and taking in oxygen is enough for me to feel alive and grateful.
And to love you
Having you by my side and loving you brings me the most joy and contentment in life.
Sometimes all I need
I don't need much to be content.
Is the air that I breathe
Just being alive and taking in oxygen is enough for me to feel alive and grateful.
And to love you
Having you by my side and loving you brings me the most joy and contentment in life.
Sometimes all I need
I don't need much to be content.
Is the air that I breathe
Just being alive and taking in oxygen is enough for me to feel alive and grateful.
And to love you
Having you by my side and loving you brings me the most joy and contentment in life.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BILLY PRESTON, BRUCE FISHER, BRUCE CARLETON FISHER
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