Very Warm of May: All the Things You Are: All The Things You Are
Jerome Kern Lyrics
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Something to make my heart beat the faster
What did I long for? I never really knew
Finding your love I've found my adventure
Touching your hand, my heart beats the faster
All that I want in all of this world is you
[Chorus:]
That makes the lonely winter seem long
You are the breathless hush of evening
That trembles on the brink of a lovely song
You are the angel glow that lights a star
The dearest things I know are what you are
Some day my happy arms will hold you
And some day I'll know that moment divine
When all the things you are, are mine
The lyrics of Jerome Kern's song "All The Things You Are" express a deep longing and desire for love and adventure. The singer has always yearned for something to make their heart beat faster, but they never really knew what that was until they found love. The person they love is the adventure they have been seeking, and every time they touch their hand, their heart beats faster. All the singer wants in the world is their partner - nothing else compares to the love they have found.
The chorus of the song beautifully illustrates the uniqueness of the singer's love towards their partner. The person they love is the promised kiss of springtime that makes the lonely winter seem long. Their love is the breathless hush of evening that trembles on the brink of a lovely song. The one they love is the angelic glow that lights up the entire universe. The singer admires their partner and considers them to be the most beloved being in existence. One day, they hope to hold each other in their arms and cherish the moment when they have finally found everything they have ever hoped for.
All in all, Jerome Kern's "All The Things You Are" is a heartfelt love song that captures the essence of true love and companionship. It carries a message of hope, love, and loyalty towards one's partner, making it a timeless masterpiece.
Line by Line Meaning
Time and again I've longed for adventure
I have always wanted something exciting and thrilling in my life
Something to make my heart beat the faster
Something that can make my heart race and pump with adrenaline
What did I long for? I never really knew
I didn't actually know what I was looking for
Finding your love I've found my adventure
Now that I've found your love, I've found the adventure I was looking for
Touching your hand, my heart beats the faster
My heart starts racing when I'm touching your hand
All that I want in all of this world is you
All I want in life is you
You are the promised kiss of springtime
You are the breath of fresh air I needed in my life
That makes the lonely winter seem long
Without you, even a short time apart feels too long
You are the breathless hush of evening
You are the moment that takes my breath away
That trembles on the brink of a lovely song
That leads to a beautiful and unforgettable memory
You are the angel glow that lights a star
You are the light that guides me through the darkness
The dearest things I know are what you are
You are the most precious thing in my life
Some day my happy arms will hold you
One day, I will finally have you in my arms
And some day I'll know that moment divine
And in that moment, I'll know true happiness and bliss
When all the things you are, are mine
When I finally have all of you, and everything you bring to my life
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Jerome Kern, Oscar Hammerstein
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Maria Santillan
Time and again I've longed for adventure
Something to make my heart beat much faster
What did I long for, I never really knew.
Finding your love, I found my adventure,
Touching your hand my heart beat much faster
All that I want in all of this world is you.
You are the promised kiss of springtime
That makes the lonely winter seem long
You are the breathless hush of evening
That trembles on the brink of a lovely song.
You are the angel glow that lights the star,
The dearest things I know are what you are.
Someday my happy arms will hold you,
And someday I'll know that moment divine
When all the things you are, are mine.
Manon Pellegrims
You are the promised kiss of springtime
That makes the lonely winter seem long
You are the breathless hush of evening
That trembles on the brink of a lovely song
You are the angel glow that lights a star
The dearest things I know are what you are
Some day my happy arms will hold you
And some day I'll know that moment divine
When all the things you are, are mine
You are the angel glow that lights a star
The dearest things I know are what you are
Some day my happy arms will hold you
And some day I'll know that moment divine
When all the things you are, are mine
AvalonMorley
Without doubt, one of the most beautiful love songs (or any kind of songs) ever written, and Laura O., the orchestra, and Michael Feinstein, together do it justice. Those who love this song should definitely listen to the sublime original version, as recreated by John McGlinn, et al, for his Broadway Showstoppers recording. I think there's still a video of it from an old Boston Pops (Evening at Pops) episode. Worth checking out.
Ron Owens
Breathtaking! It doesn't get much better than this. Jerome Kern sure cranked out some amazing tunes!
singers47
This performance is pure perfection. Laura’s interpretations of the classic songs of Broadway are a great gift to anyone who loves musical theater. Anxiously awaiting her return to the concert stage.
Rex Cluff
Beautiful! One of the best soprano voices of our day.
Wade Kapcsos
I had never heard this before, but saw live performance and so glad to see it here. Beautiful performance, Laura's tone and sound is perfect and way she sings this is magical, amazing!
Daniela Pobega Covers
Beautiful voice, I adore her taste and interpretation. Thank you for posting it!
jeremiah nongeless
Splendid diction, notes dripping with emotion, looking like an angel and next stop heaven!
SUE TAPPANA
Yeah, this was my favorite song of the concert. And how about that orchestra and choir, led by Ryan Murphy?! Amazing.
GRHCU
This is just amazing.. Laura is a true song bird!!!
Alex Ginglen
Her emoting of the song is so perfect, along with her singing.