Let It Be Me
Jennifer Hudson; Rod Stewart Lyrics
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I want my arms around you
And so I beg you, let it be me
Don't take this Heaven from one
If you must cling to someone
Now and forever, let it be me
I find complete love
Without your sweet love, what would life be?
So, never leave me lonely
Tell me that you love me only
And say you'll always, let it be me
So, never leave me lonely
Tell me that you love me only
And say you'll always, let it be me
In Jennifer Hudson's song "Let It Be", the lyrics express a deep sense of love and devotion toward a particular person. The singer is grateful for having found the person they are singing to and wants to hold them close, and pleads for them to choose to be with them ("let it be me"), rather than someone else.
The lyrics showcase a sense of vulnerability as the singer admits their dependence on the other person's love and affection to make their life whole. This vulnerability is further emphasized by the repeated lines "never leave me lonely" and "tell me that you love me only", highlighting the singer's fear of losing the person to someone else. A sense of completion is also present throughout the lyrics, as the singer finds complete love in the other person's embrace, and feels that life without their love would be incomplete.
Overall, "Let It Be" is a powerful expression of love and vulnerability, showcasing the depth of emotions that can come with romantic attachment. The lyrics stress the importance of honesty and commitment in a relationship, and the need for reassurance and love to make it work.
Line by Line Meaning
I bless the day I found you
I feel incredibly grateful for the day I met you.
I want my arms around you
I desire physical affection and closeness with you.
And so I beg you, let it be me
I plead with you to choose me as your romantic partner.
Don't take this Heaven from one
Don't deny someone the chance to experience true love and happiness.
If you must cling to someone
If you feel the need to hold on tightly to someone.
Now and forever, let it be me
Choose me to be the person you hold onto tightly, now and always.
Each time we meet, love
Whenever we come together and spend time with each other.
I find complete love
I experience love and affection in its entirety when I am with you.
Without your sweet love, what would life be?
Life would be incomplete and insipid without your affection.
So, never leave me lonely
I need you to be there for me, to prevent me from feeling alone.
Tell me that you love me only
Confirm that you have feelings only for me and no one else.
And say you'll always, let it be me
Promise that you'll always choose me as the person to hold onto tightly and to love.
So, never leave me lonely
I don't want to be left alone.
Tell me that you love me only
Please confirm your love and devotion to me, exclusively.
And say you'll always, let it be me
Promise that you will always choose me and no one else.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Gilbert Becaud, Pierre Delanoe, Manny Curtis
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@tamerzaky73
I bless the day I found you
I want to stay around you
And so I beg you
Let it be me
Don't take this heaven from one
If you must cling to someone
Now and forever
Let it be me
Each time we meet, love
I find complete love
Without your sweet love
What would life be?
So never leave me lonely
Tell me you love me only
And that you'll always let it be me
And that you'll always let it be me
Each time we meet, love
I find complete love
Without your sweet love
What would life be?
So never leave me lonely
Tell me you love me only
And that you'll always let it be me
Let it be me, let it be me
Let it be me, let it be me
Why don't you let it?
Why don't you let it
@RSKurtz-qx7ok
Two wonderful vocal artists singing a beautiful duet. This is a treasure for the music lover. Thank you for posting.
@darrellmoss780
Every Brothers - Elvis - Rod Stewart- oh Rod never would have believed this would be so, so good 😊
@DavidJJames
The chord progression around the "what would life be" is delectable, really lovely. Respect.
@DavidJJames
This is the cream of the whole album, from me.
@Boxframe98
Absolutely love this duet. He and Jennifer are perfect together. Listen to this in my car all the time. And of course have to come here and listen again. I bought Rod's American Songbook Cds and Dvds and love them. He can sing anything and has so much charisma. Love him. And Jennifer you sound so wonderful. I enjoy watching you on The Voice. Perfect song for them.
@MAL2BASIC
I think all 'J-Hud' critics about her being a one dimensional singer...a belter...should have a listen to this song.
@sandrarosanalucero1533
Beautiful duet! !!I love Rod Stewart
@carmenheller4707
I love, love, love Rod Stewart and this duet with Jennifer Hudson is totally awesome!!!!
@awsome107
AWSOME!!!!! Love them Both.. & congrats to Jen on her new baby BOY!
@youthlink1
One of my favorite songs,rendered in a beautiful way.Sweet nostalgia.