Valentine
Jim Brickman (feat. Olivia Newton-John) Lyrics
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Whoever you are
I don't know if you're real
I don't know if I've got the courage left
I just want to say
If you're giving out last chances
I'll take it
I'm ready for this
I've been alone so long
That the only time I think of having
Company is on new year's
With my brother
I keep getting arrangements for blind dates
But I'm too scared of falling back in love
Without my eyes to guide me
Saint Valentine
Whoever you are
I don't know if you're real
I don't know if I've got the courage left
I just want to say
If you're giving out last chances
I'll take it
I'll take the chance
I'll take it
It's getting to be that time of year again
When all my friends start asking 'bout my ex
And if we're getting back together, no
The jokes are getting old
And I'm not getting younger
Maybe this is Valentine's last chance for me
'Cause other times I didn't have the time
Back when it was fun
I didn't think that it would end
And now I'm here
Crying on the bed
Praying to a saint that's dead
Ooh
Saint Valentine
Wherever you are
I don't know if you're real
I don't know if I've got the courage left
I just want to say
If you're giving out last chances
I'll take it
Could she be the one tonight
I'll take it
In Jim Brickman's song "Valentine," featuring Olivia Newton-John, the singer addresses Saint Valentine and expresses their uncertainty about the saint's existence and their own readiness to take a last chance with love. The singer has been alone for a long time, and despite receiving arrangements for blind dates, they fear falling in love without being able to see. With Valentine's Day approaching, the singer's friends begin to ask about their ex, and the singer realizes this may be their last chance for love. They ask Saint Valentine for the courage to take this chance and wonder if the person they meet could be "the one tonight."
The lyrics of "Valentine" capture the frustration and fear that can come with being single, particularly around the pressure of Valentine's Day. The singer's references to blind dates and the jokes from friends about exes speak to the external expectations that can surround relationships, while the singer's personal doubts about love also reflect internal struggles. By invoking Saint Valentine, the singer turns to a powerful symbol of love to help them find the courage to take a chance.
Line by Line Meaning
Saint Valentine
Addressing the holiday of Valentine's Day
Whoever you are
Uncertainty about the existence of Saint Valentine
I don't know if you're real
Expressing doubt about the legitimacy of the holiday
I don't know if I've got the courage left
Feeling apprehensive about finding love due to past experiences
I just want to say
Expressing a desire to find love
If you're giving out last chances
If love has one last chance to find its way into their life
I'll take it
Willing to try and open up to love again
I'm ready for this
Feeling prepared to pursue a new relationship
I'll take the chance
Willing to take a risk and pursue new love despite past hurt
I've been alone so long
Been single for an extended period of time
That the only time I think of having
Desiring companionship
Company is on new year's
Feeling lonely at holiday events
With my brother
Only wanting family companionship
I keep getting arrangements for blind dates
Friends trying to set them up on dates
But I'm too scared of falling back in love
Fearful of being hurt or betrayed again
Without my eyes to guide me
Lacking the intuitive ability to know whether someone is trustworthy or not
It's getting to be that time of year again
The holiday season is approaching
When all my friends start asking 'bout my ex
Friends inquire about past relationships
And if we're getting back together, no
Not considering getting back together with the ex
The jokes are getting old
Sick of hearing and dealing with the same old jokes from friends and family members
And I'm not getting younger
Feeling pressure to find love as time passes by
Maybe this is Valentine's last chance for me
Possibly the last opportunity to find love on Valentine's Day
'Cause other times I didn't have the time
Maybe missed opportunities to find love in the past due to other reasons
Back when it was fun
Remembering the excitement of past relationships or dating experiences
I didn't think that it would end
Not realizing that the relationship would come to an end
And now I'm here
Reflecting on the current state of loneliness
Crying on the bed
Feeling emotional distress from lack of love or companionship
Praying to a saint that's dead
Looking for a higher power to bring love into their life
Could she be the one tonight
Wondering if the person they are meeting tonight could be their true love
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Written by: John Varney
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@prasetyoadi28
If there were no words
No way to speak
I would still hear you
If there were no tears
No way to feel inside
I'd still feel for you
And even if the sun refused to shine
Even if romance ran out of rhyme
You would still have my heart until the end of time
You're all I need, my love, my Valentine
All of my life
I have been waiting for
All you give to me
You've opened my eyes
And shown me how to love unselfishly
I've dreamed of this a thousand times before
In my dreams I couldn't love you more
I will give you my heart until the end of time
You're all I need, my love, my Valentine
And even if the sun refused to shine
Even if romance ran out of rhyme
You would still have my heart until the end of time
'Cause all I need is you, my Valentine
You're all I need, my love, my Valentine
@kevinallmond7335
This song HAS to be one of the most beautiful songs ever written. I lost my wife 4 yrs ago, and still think of her when I hear this. God bless you my valentine.
@lindajackson8559
First time hearing this beautiful song!
Valentine's Day 2022
♥️
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@jhall1ny
I’m so sorry for your loss.
@mattatthapon1461
I'm sending you my condolences
@domingopanaligan9859
Oh my God I feel like crying. So sorry.
@14zanessafan
my grandma was my valentine , we had a special grandmother and granddaughter bond. She never judged me when i was in the wrong, and this is one of the songs that reminds me of her and her caring and loving heart
@carmelaquintino9599
This was my wedding song 25 years ago and I still get so emotional when I hear this song. Because still after 25 years I still feel the same way about my husband.
@carollanzarone1255
Mt wedding song too. Married 1998
@benlaw4647
Me too ! 1999...my wife passed back in February. I was thinking of her tonight and found myself here listening as tears stream down my face...may God bless you always.. 🙏❤