Dearly Beloved
Jerome Kern Lyrics
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I was meant for you, You were meant for me.
(refrain)
Dearly beloved, how clearly I see,
Somewhere in Heaven you were fashioned for me,
Angel eyes knew you, angel voices led me to you;
Nothing could save me, fate gave me a sign;
So I say merely, dearly beloved be mine.
In Jerome Kern's classic love ballad "Dearly Beloved," the singer expresses his unwavering belief that fate has brought him and his lover together. He pleads with his beloved to confirm his intuition and tell him that she feels the same way. He insists that they were simply "meant for each other," and nothing can stand in the way of their love. In the refrain, the singer's passion reaches new heights as he paints a vision of two souls perfectly matched in heaven, brought together by the sweet sounds of angelic whispers. Fate has brought them together, and he is determined to be hers come what may.
The song is a beautiful example of romantic devotion and the power of destiny in bringing two people together. The lyrics are simple yet powerful, conveying the depth of the singer's emotions and his conviction that their love is meant to be. The use of the angelic metaphor adds a dreamlike quality to the song, making it feel almost otherworldly.
Line by Line Meaning
Tell me that it's true, Tell me you agree,
Confirm to me that what I hope is accurate and that you share the same sentiments as I do.
I was meant for you, You were meant for me.
There's an unspoken destiny bringing us together; we're a perfect match.
Dearly beloved, how clearly I see,
Dearest love, I have a deep understanding of our connection.
Somewhere in Heaven you were fashioned for me,
In some divine realm, you were created specifically for me.
Angel eyes knew you, angel voices led me to you;
Perhaps guided by celestial forces, my intuition recognized in you a rare soulmate.
Nothing could save me, fate gave me a sign;
I had no control over meeting you; destiny made it happen, and we're meant to be together.
I know that I'll be yours come shower or shine;
No matter what hurdles we face in life, I'm committed to our relationship.
So I say merely, dearly beloved be mine.
I humbly ask you, my dearest love, to remain by my side always and forever.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JEROME KERN, JOHN H. MERCER
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