Does He Love You
Kelly Clarkson feat. Reba McEntire Lyrics
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When he leaves me he wears a smile now.
As soon as he's away from me,
In your arms is where he wants to be.
But you're the one he rushes home to
You're the one he gave his name to.
I never see his face in the early morning light.
And, sometimes, I have his nights.
But does he love you, (Does he love you)
Like he loves me? (like he loves me?)
Does he think of you, (Does he think of you?)
When he's holding me?
And does he whisper, (Does he whisper?) all his fantasies?
Does he love you, (Does he love you?) like he's been lovin' me?
But when he's with me, he says he needs me
And that he wants me, that he believes in me.
And when I'm in his arms, oh, he swears there's no one else.
Is he deceiving me, or am I deceiving myself?
Does he love you, (Does he love you)
Like he loves me? (like he loves me?)
Does he think of you, (Does he think of you?)
When he's holding me?
And does he whisper, (Does he whisper?) all his fantasies?
Does he love you, (Does he love you?) like he's been lovin' me?
Oh I should not lose my temper
Oh I should not be ashamed
'Cause I have everything to lose
And I, I have nothing to gain
Does he love you (Does he love you)
Like he loves me (Like he loves me)
Does he think of you (Does he think of you)
When he's holding me
And does he whisper (Does he whisper) all his fantasies
Does he love you (Does he love you) like he's been lovin' me
In "Does He Love You," Kelly Clarkson and Reba McEntire explore the complex emotions and doubts that arise in a love triangle. The lyrics suggest that the singer has been aware of the other woman's presence for some time. However, whenever her partner leaves her, he appears happy and content, indicating that he finds solace in the arms of the other woman.
The song highlights the conflicting feelings experienced by the singer. While she sees her partner rush home to the other woman, she acknowledges that the other woman is the one he has committed to and given his name to. This contrast becomes even more apparent in the mornings when she never sees his face, as that time is reserved for his connection with the other woman.
The singer admits that while she has some of his nights, the other woman has his mornings and daytimes. This creates a sense of longing and insecurity, as she questions if the love she shares with her partner is as deep and intense as what he shares with the other woman. She wonders if he thinks of the other woman when he's with her and if he shares his intimate fantasies with the other woman as he does with her.
As the song progresses, the singer wrestles with her emotions and doubts. She acknowledges that her partner expresses his need for her and claims to want and believe in her when they are together. However, she questions whether his words are genuine or if she is deceiving herself by believing in his love and devotion.
The final lines of the song express the singer's vulnerability and the high stakes involved in the situation. She recognizes that losing her temper or feeling ashamed will only put everything she has at risk. Despite the uncertainty and potential heartbreak, she still questions if her partner loves the other woman as intensely as he loves her.
Overall, "Does He Love You" delves into the conflicted emotions and doubts that can arise in a love triangle. It explores themes of longing, insecurity, and the fear of not being truly loved or valued by one's partner.
Line by Line Meaning
I've known about you for a while now.
I have been aware of your presence in his life for quite some time.
When he leaves me he wears a smile now.
Whenever he departs from me, he displays happiness on his face.
As soon as he's away from me,
Once he is no longer in my presence,
In your arms is where he wants to be.
He desires to be in your embrace.
But you're the one he rushes home to.
You are the person he hurriedly returns to.
You're the one he gave his name to.
He bestowed his name upon you.
I never see his face in the early morning light.
During the early hours of the morning, I never witness his countenance.
You have his mornings, his daytimes,
You possess his mornings, his daytime hours,
And, sometimes, I have his nights.
And occasionally, I have his nights.
But does he love you, (Does he love you)
However, does he truly love you?
Like he loves me? (like he loves me?)
In the same way that he loves me?
Does he think of you, (Does he think of you?)
Does he consider you in his thoughts?
When he's holding me?
When he embraces me?
And does he whisper, (Does he whisper?) all his fantasies?
And does he softly share all his deepest desires?
Does he love you, (Does he love you?) like he's been lovin' me?
Does he love you the same way he has been loving me?
But when he's with me, he says he needs me
Yet, when he is in my company, he expresses his dependence on me
And that he wants me, that he believes in me.
And that he desires me, that he has faith in me.
And when I'm in his arms, oh, he swears there's no one else.
Furthermore, when I am embraced by him, he fervently declares that there is no one else.
Is he deceiving me, or am I deceiving myself?
Am I being misled by him, or am I deluding myself with false beliefs?
Oh I should not lose my temper
Oh, I should refrain from losing my composure
Oh I should not be ashamed
Oh, I should not feel embarrassed
'Cause I have everything to lose
Since I stand to lose everything
And I, I have nothing to gain
And I, myself, have nothing to gain
Does he love you (Does he love you)
Does he truly love you? (Does he truly love you?)
Like he loves me (Like he loves me)
In the same way that he loves me (In the same way that he loves me)
Does he think of you (Does he think of you)
Does he consider you in his thoughts? (Does he consider you in his thoughts?)
When he's holding me
When he embraces me
And does he whisper (Does he whisper) all his fantasies
And does he softly share all his deepest desires (And does he softly share all his deepest desires)
Does he love you (Does he love you) like he's been lovin' me?
Does he love you the same way he has been loving me?
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Billy Stritch, Sandy Knox
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Wayne Reinert
Anything Reba does is magic. She is complete class and not only a legend but also the best roll model for everyone in the world.
Jacqui Torrans
I absolutely love Reba and Kelly singing Does he love me? So much that I repeat it daily.
The looks Reba are so funny but they add to the story and lyrics.
What l an amazing duet and song. JACQUI TORRANS
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agon1963
One of my favorite duets. Doesn't get much better than this.
Joyce Horning
I could not take my eyes off of their performance. Reba and Kelly...powerhouse voices! The high notes and crescendos are amazing! 🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶
Tanisha Jade
LOL! No matter who Reba sings this with, she ALWAYS gets into full character and sings it straight from the heart as though she's having this conversation for the first time - again. ALWAYS a stunner.
Six.elev3 STN
I had never heard of her, unfortunately she's not so famous in Europe. But she's amazing!