Wallace was born in Guilford, Missouri. His better-known songs include "How the Time Flies" (1958), "Primrose Lane" (1959, written by Wayne Shanklin), "Shutters And Boards" (1963, written by Audie Murphy), "In The Misty Moonlight" (1964) and "Otoko no Sekai" ( "The World of the Man", English title: "The Lovers of the World" ?) (1970, his biggest selling single that was released in Japan only). His song "If You Leave Me Tonight I'll Cry" was featured in the 1972 Night Gallery episode "The Tune in Dan's Cafe," and the song subsequently became a No. 1 hit on the Billboard magazine Hot Country Singles chart that August, spending two weeks at the top of the chart, crossing to #39 pop and #9 easy listening.
In 1972, he gained nomination for the Country Music Association Award as Male Vocalist of the Year, and his song "To Get To You" gained nomination for Single of the Year.
Wallace died on May 5, 2008 in Corona, California, after suffering congestive heart failure
To Get to You
Jerry Wallace Lyrics
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If I lose them all for your love I'll do that to
Guess they mean well when they tell me what to do
But they don't know how far I'll go to get to you
Burnin' bridges behind me to get to you
Breaking all ties that bind me to get to you
I hold your love far above what I go through
Just to get to you
If its the last thing I do I'll get to you
Just because I know just how much you want me to
You're the only thing that can bring my world in view
Every breath I take every move I make
is to get to you
Burnin bridges behind me to get to you
Breakin all ties that bind me to get to you
I hold your love far above what I go through
I would give all I own for a steppin stone
Just to get to you
The lyrics of Jerry Wallace's song "To Get to You" are ultimately about the lengths one would go to be with their loved one. The singer sings about how he would sacrifice friendships, burn bridges, and break ties in order to achieve their love. Despite the backlash he may receive from others, he values his love above all else and is willing to do whatever it takes to be with them.
The lyrics "Burnin' bridges behind me to get to you / Breaking all ties that bind me to get to you" is a metaphor for the lengths the singer is willing to go to get to their love interest. He is willing to cut off relationships and any other ties in his life that may hinder his progress towards being with this person. It shows the listener just how strongly the singer feels about this person and how driven he is to be with them.
The last verse of the song "If it's the last thing I do I'll get to you" shows just how strong the singer's determination is. He will do whatever it takes to be with this person, no matter the cost. The song ultimately tells a story of true, passionate love and the sacrifices one is willing to make for it.
Line by Line Meaning
I would walk out on my friends to get to you
I value your love so much that I'm willing to sacrifice my friendships to be with you.
If I lose them all for your love I'll do that to
I know the consequences of walking out on my friends, but I'm still willing to do it for the chance to be with you.
Guess they mean well when they tell me what to do
My friends have my best interests at heart, but they don't understand how important you are to me.
But they don't know how far I'll go to get to you
My friends can't comprehend the lengths I'm willing to go to in order to be with you.
Burnin' bridges behind me to get to you
I'm severing ties with my past and leaving my old life behind to pursue a future with you.
Breaking all ties that bind me to get to you
I'm cutting off any connections that could hinder my ability to be with you.
I hold your love far above what I go through
Despite any hardships I may face, your love is worth it to me.
I would give all I own for a steppin stone
I'm willing to give up everything I have for even the smallest chance of being with you.
If its the last thing I do I'll get to you
No matter what, I will do whatever it takes to reach you before it's too late.
Just because I know just how much you want me to
Your love for me motivates me to keep pushing forward, no matter the obstacles.
You're the only thing that can bring my world in view
Without you, my life is incomplete and my future uncertain.
Every breath I take every move I make is to get to you
My every action is driven by the goal of being with you.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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@wandaalvarez117
Love this man's voice❤️
@uronthehill
Thanks for stoppin' by Wanda. 🤠
Mikey Thompson
@susanyork6097
Yep, this was another one of his songs I loved! I wonder why he quit smashing the Country charts.
@uronthehill
I wonder why myself Susan... Thanks for stoppin' by. :)
Mikey Thompson
@haroldcox5214
A truly great old song.
@uronthehill
Yes it is Harold... Thanks for stoppin' by. :)
Mikey Thompson
@dotlynn4734
Awesome memories associated with this song.
@uronthehill
My wife's favorite song. Thanks for stoppin' by Dot. 😀
Mikey Thompson
@johnstevens9978
Back in 1972, this song was a sweet love song, however the meaning has changed & it would be considered a "stalker" song.
@uronthehill
In this Politically Correct world, Yes it would John,Thanks for stoppin' by. :)
Mikey Thompson