I Can't Stop Loving You
Johnny Tillotson Lyrics
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To live in memories of old lonesome times
I can't stop wanting you it's useless to say
So I'll just live my life in dreams of yesterday
Those happy hours that we once knew
Though long ago still make me blue
They say that time heels a broken heart
I can't stop loving you
(I can't stop loving you)
These lyrics talk about a person who has accepted the fact that they cannot stop loving someone they used to be in a relationship with. They have decided to live in memories of the past, reminiscing on the happy times they once shared. The second verse mentions that the memories still make them sad even though they happened a long time ago. The phrase “time heals a broken heart” is used to suggest that the person has been apart from their lover for a while, but in reality, time hasn't made any difference to the pain of the separation. The lyrics suggest that the person has made a conscious decision to live in this state of longing and that they are stuck in a cycle of dreaming of how things used to be.
The lyrics also touch upon the idea of the uselessness of wanting someone or something that one cannot have. The singer acknowledges that his wanting is futile, but he cannot help himself. He is compelled to want long after the relationship is over.
Overall, the lyrics are poignant and relatable to anyone who has ever experienced the pain of loss or separation. They convey a sense of longing and helplessness that is difficult to shake off.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't stop loving you so I've made up my mind
Despite my efforts, I cannot eradicate the love I have for you and have come to the decision to accept this reality
To live in memories of old lonesome times
I choose to dwell in reminiscing about our past even though it brings sadness and loneliness
I can't stop wanting you it's useless to say
Expressing my desire for you would be fruitless since I cannot control my feelings and yearn for you constantly
So I'll just live my life in dreams of yesterday
My current reality involves me living vicariously through past memories of us and I accept this as my way of life
Those happy hours that we once knew
I remember fondly the days when we were happy together
Though long ago still make me blue
Even though it happened a while back, thinking about those times still brings me sadness
They say that time heals a broken heart
People claim that as time passes, heartbreaks become easier to cope with
But time has stood still since we've been apart
However, in my case, the pain has not lessened, and time appears to be at a standstill since you left
I can't stop loving you
Reiterating that the love I have for you is unending despite all the challenges we have faced
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Don Gibson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@papaldanondo
I can't stop loving you so I've made up my mind
To live in memories of old lonesome times
I can't stop wanting you it's useless to say
So I'll just live my life in dreams of yesterday .
Those happy hours that we once knew
Though long ago still make me blue
They say that time heels a broken heart
But time has stood still since we've been apart .
I can't stop loving you so I've made up my mind
To live in memories of old lonesome times
I can't stop wanting you it's useless to say
So I'll just live my life in dreams of yesterday .
I can't stop wanting you it's useless to say
So I'll just live my life in dreams of yesterday .
@justinburgos4084
Anyone else young and still appreciate timeless music like this?
@jennykelly9965
Great singer love. It
@rosiepulliam7111
Mookie Spindlehurst me
@tevans7916
yeah i’m 15 :’)
@petercarley8302
Bringsbackoldmermoryslovely
@daroldbannister7496
@Mookie Spindlehurst I too am 73. I loved slow dancing with my sweethearts.
@BenedictPepito
I'm an 19 year old, and clearly not born in your generation the 90's but I prefer this kind of music, my Father has his playlists, which includes this song, he plays it every Sunday when I was a young kid way back then. Thanks for the wonderful music, love from the Philippines
@sandy6660
Good rendition of a song that's stood the test of time. Ray would be proud. Thanks for sharing. 🎶😍❤️
@JLorenzo88
The Everly Brother's & Johnny Tillotson is the Best! Lovely Voice & Songs, Phil/Don & Johnny both old friends during this days.
@thlee242
Oh I miss 60s so much. Johnny Tillotson was so young & beautiful with magnificent voice. Gone are the days. Come back again.