When
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When, when you smile, when you smile at me
Well, well I know our love will always be
When, when you kiss, when you kiss me right
I, I don't want to ever say good night

I need you
I want you near me
I love you
Yes, I do and I hope you hear me

When, when I say, when I say "Be mine"
If, if you will I know all will be fine
When will you be mine?

(Oh, baby)
(I need you)
(I want you near me)
(I love you)
(Yes, I do and I hope you hear me when)

When, when you smile, when you smile at me
Well, well I know our love will always be
When, when you kiss, when you kiss me right
I, I don't want to ever say good night

I need you
I want you near me
I love you
Yes, I do and I hope you hear me

When, when I say, when I say "Be mine"
If, if you will I know all will be fine
When will you be mine?





When will you be mine?

Overall Meaning

The song "When" by Kalin is a romantic ballad that expresses the depth of love and commitment between two people. The opening lines "When, when you smile, when you smile at me, well, well I know our love will always be" suggests that the person in question is the reason behind the singer's happiness and their love is everlasting. The imagery of a smile indicates the positivity that the singer feels in their presence. The next few lines "When, when you kiss, when you kiss me right, I, I don't want to ever say good night" emphasizes the singer's intense desire and love for their partner, hinting that just one kiss from them is enough to make them want to stay up all night.


The chorus of the song is an expression of love and affection. The repetition of "I need you, I want you near me, I love you, yes, I do and I hope you hear me" emphasizes the singer's intense feelings for their partner, and how much they want to show and express them. The next lines, "When, when I say, when I say "Be mine", if, if you will I know all will be fine, when will you be mine" suggest that the singer is waiting for their partner's acceptance of their love and commitment. It ends with the question "When will you be mine?", which indicates that the singer is in love and yearning for a deeper commitment from their partner.


Overall, the song "When" by Kalin is a beautiful expression of love and affection. The lyrics highlight the singer's strong emotional bond with their partner and their desire for a deeper commitment. The song captures the essence of falling in love and wanting to spend every moment with that special person.


Line by Line Meaning

When, when you smile, when you smile at me
I feel confident in our love whenever your smile is directed towards me


Well, well I know our love will always be
I have no doubt our love will endure any obstacle


When, when you kiss, when you kiss me right
My heart races when I feel the passion of your kiss


I, I don't want to ever say good night
I never want to end our time together


I need you
I rely on your presence and love to make me feel whole


I want you near me
I yearn for your closeness and affection


I love you
My feelings for you are deep and enduring


Yes, I do and I hope you hear me
I truly love you and I hope you recognize it


When, when I say, when I say "Be mine"
I want a commitment from you to be my partner


If, if you will I know all will be fine
If you agree, I am confident that everything will work out


When will you be mine?
I eagerly anticipate the moment when you say yes and become my partner




Lyrics © Kanjian Music, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Jack Reardon, Paul Evans

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@carmenbauthamy2909

Kalin Twins
Les Kalin Twins sont un duo américain composé des frères jumeaux Hal et Herbie Kalin (nés le 16 février 1934 à Port Jervis).
Biographie
Le duo est découvert par Clint Ballard Jr., auteur de nombreux succès comme Good Timin' pour Jimmy Jones ou I'm Alive pour The Hollies. Les premières chansons n'ont pas de succès. Mais, en 1958, après plein de démos, le management retient When, écrit par Paul Evans (en) et Jack Reardon. La chanson est numéro un du UK Singles Chart, numéro cinq aux États-Unis.
Pour la tournée au Royaume-Uni, ils sont la première partie de Cliff Richard. Le deuxième single, Forget Me Not, est douzième en 1958 aux États-Unis. Deux titres sont moins bien classés en 1959.
N'ayant plus de succès, les frères jumeaux arrêtent leur carrière musicale et reprennent leurs études. En 1977, ils remontent sur la scène d'un night-club puis parfois avec leur frère cadet Jack, sous le nom de Kalin Brothers. Ils reviennent encore en 1989. Cliff Richard les invite lors du concert The Event au stade de Wembley ; on rediffuse alors un extrait de l'épisode de la série Oh Boy.
Harold "Hal" Kalin meurt le 24 août 2005 des suites des blessures lors d'un accident de voiture et Herbert "Herbie" Kalin meurt le 21 juillet 2006 d'un arrêt cardiaque.
Discographie
Jumpin' Jack/Walkin' To School - (1957)
When - (1958)
Three O'Clock Thrill - (1958)
Forget Me Not - (1958)
Oh! My Goodness - (1959)
It's Only The Beginning - (1959)
When I Look In The Mirror - (1959)
Sweet Sugar Lips - (1959)
Zing! Went The Strings Of My Heart - (1960)
I'm Forever Blowing Bubbles - (1961)
Sometimes It Comes, Sometimes It Goes - (1966) - Amy Records
Silver Seagull - (1978)
American Eagle - (1979)
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@sabrinafossati5181

When, when you smile, when you smile at me
Well, well I know our love will always be
When, when you kiss, when you kiss me right
I, I don't want to ever say good night
I need you
I want you near me
I love you
Yes, I do and I hope you hear me
When, when I say, when I say "Be mine"
If, if you will I know all will be fine
When will you be mine?
When, when you smile, when you smile at me
Well, well I know our love will always be
When, when you kiss, when you kiss me right
I, I don't want to ever say good night
I need you
I want you near me
I love you
Yes, I do and I hope you hear me
When, when I say, when I say "Be mine"
If, if you will I know all will be fine
When will you be mine?
When will you be mine?



All comments from YouTube:

@alexandrevezere2232

...I was just 12 !!!! And ? I began to have my breakfast with Sixties !!! That was the beginning of the best time in our life !!!!

@karencaudill4805

John London such a fun happy song

@gardenweld

I was a new born. 👼🏻 Happy memories 🥰

@jimmacaulay844

Me too! Which unfortunately makes us now 73 (ACK!). That was my favorite song back then, and I played it over and over on my little RCA record player (remember them?).

@alexandrevezere2232

@@jimmacaulay844
I think everything was pleasant in this time ! Why ? Only because de were " the young ones " !!!! Now, we're going to an unknown future.
That's life ....

@andrelegrand4803

@@alexandrevezere2232
I waked up this morning (dec.07 2020) with this song in my head ... and I was very happy to find this video ... I was 15 at this time ... I am also happy to read the comments and to have the opportunity to practice my english ... I am a belgian and I am already living 15 year in France .... have a good day!

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@sljaworski

My mom just passed away this weekend, and we found her love letters to my dad where she refers to this song as her favorite when she was 17 years old 🥰… we played it while she was laying in her hospice bed in her final days. I’m sure she’s dancing with dad in heaven once again! Thank you Kalin Twins for the fun music ❤️ (Rest in peace)

@jean-francoisdeschamps3490

Sherrie, I do not know you, you do not know me, and I did not have the privilege to meet your mother. I just wished to let you know that your post has moved me a lot. I was 18 in 1959, and I can understand how much your dear mother liked this song.

@latter-daysaintpud1432

Awww lovely

@veronicacrabtreehill6608

I can just picture her with your Dad. God bless. xx

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