Lara's Theme
Jarre and Webster Lyrics


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Somewhere my love there will be songs to sing
Although the snow covers the hope of Spring
Somewhere a hill blossoms in green and gold
And there are dreams, all that your heart can hold

Someday we'll meet again, my love
Someday whenever the Spring breaks through
You'll come to me, out of the long-ago
Warm as the wind, soft as the kiss of snow
Lara, my own, think of me now and then
Godspeed, my love, till you are mine again

Warm as the wind, soft as the kiss of snow





Godspeed, my love, till you are mine again

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Jarre and Webster's song "Lara's Theme" evoke a deep longing and hope for love and reunion. The words paint a picture of a love that endures despite physical separation and the passage of time. The first verse suggests that even though the snow may cover the promise of Spring, there is still a belief that somewhere, love will find its way and there will be songs to sing. The second verse describes a hill blossoming in green and gold, representing the renewal and growth of love. The lyrics depict a yearning for the day when the lovers will meet again, symbolized by the arrival of Spring, bringing with it new beginnings.


The chorus emphasizes the sentiment of longing and anticipation, expressing the belief that someday, when Spring finally arrives, the loved one will come back, breaking through the barriers of time and distance. The subsequent lines describe the loved one's return as something warm and gentle, comparing it to the soothing touch of the wind and the softness of snowflakes kissing the skin. The song ends with a farewell, expressing the desire for the loved one to think of the singer, to be safe on their journey, and to be reunited once again.


Overall, "Lara's Theme" is a poignant love song that speaks to the enduring nature of love, as well as the hope and yearning for reunion even in the face of challenges and separation.


Line by Line Meaning

Somewhere my love there will be songs to sing
In some distant place, my beloved, there will be joyful music to be sung


Although the snow covers the hope of Spring
Even though the snow blankets and conceals the anticipation of Spring


Somewhere a hill blossoms in green and gold
Somewhere, a hill flourishes with vibrant green and shimmering gold


And there are dreams, all that your heart can hold
And in that place, there exist dreams that can fulfill every desire of your heart


Someday we'll meet again, my love
One day, my love, we will reunite


Someday whenever the Spring breaks through
One day, when Spring finally arrives


You'll come to me, out of the long-ago
You will come back to me, emerging from the distant past


Warm as the wind, soft as the kiss of snow
Embracing me with warmth akin to a gentle breeze and tenderness comparable to the touch of snowflakes


Lara, my own, think of me now and then
Lara, my beloved, occasionally remember me in your thoughts


Godspeed, my love, till you are mine again
May God grant you a safe and swift journey until you belong to me once more


Warm as the wind, soft as the kiss of snow
Embracing me with warmth akin to a gentle breeze and tenderness comparable to the touch of snowflakes


Godspeed, my love, till you are mine again
May God grant you a safe and swift journey until you belong to me once more




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Maurice Jarre, Paul Francis Webster

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