When I Fall in Love
KITCHEN 1 - Nat King Cole Lyrics
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Or I'll never fall in love
In a restless world like this is
Love is ended before it's begun
And too many moonlight kisses
Seem to cool in the warmth of the sun
When I give my heart, it will be completely
And the moment I can feel that you feel that way too
Is when I fall in love with you
And the moment I can feel that you feel that way too
Is when I fall in love with you
The lyrics to Nat King Cole's "When I Fall In Love" express the sentiment of a person waiting for the right kind of love—one that lasts forever. The opening lines "When I fall in love, it will be forever, or I'll never fall in love" are telling us that the singer is not interested in just any kind of fleeting romance, but rather a love that will stand the test of time. The next line "In a restless world like this is, love is ended before it's begun" is a commentary on how shallow and superficial modern love has become. The singer is convinced that love does not really exist in our fast-paced world where people prefer instant gratification and constant changes.
The next two lines, "And too many moonlight kisses seem to cool in the warmth of the sun" suggest that even the sweetest moments of intimacy, like moonlit kisses, can lose their spark in the cold, hard light of day. Perhaps this could mean that love requires constant effort and attention to keep it alive.
The main chorus "And the moment I can feel that you feel that way too, is when I fall in love with you" is the most critical part of the song since it emphasizes the necessity of reciprocity in love. The singer's love is conditional; it's only when they're sure that the other person feels the same way that they're willing to fall into that love. This shows that the love that the singer seeks is not selfish, but selfless and pure.
Line by Line Meaning
When I fall in love, it will be forever
I won't waste my time on love if it's not going to be a long-term commitment.
Or I'll never fall in love
I won't settle for anything less than true love.
In a restless world like this is
There are so many distractions and temptations in the world that it can be hard to find real love.
Love is ended before it's begun
People are quick to give up on love or don't invest enough into relationships, causing them to fail before they even start.
And too many moonlight kisses
Superficial gestures or temporary infatuation may seem romantic, but they often fade quickly.
Seem to cool in the warmth of the sun
Things that seem passionate and intense at night often lose their spark in the light of day.
When I give my heart, it will be completely
When I love, I give my all and expect the same in return.
Or I'll never give my heart
I won't waste my time on anyone who is not worth my love and trust.
And the moment I can feel that you feel that way too
I need to know that the person I'm with is really invested in our relationship before I can truly fall in love.
Is when I fall in love with you
Only when I feel a true connection and mutual commitment can I truly fall in love with someone.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Edward Heyman, Victor Young
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