Brokenhearted
Ken Dodd Lyrics


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Love that you gave me, I never returned
I played around now I′m sorry
I was a fool darling I have learned
A fool and his love are soon parted
Brokenhearted
You said goodbye to me
Now we're parted what has to be will be
Sad and lonely
Only myself to blame
Brokenhearted
Please take me back again
Brokenhearted
You said goodbye to me
Now we′re parted what has to be will be
Sad and lonely only myself to blame
Brokenhearted
Please take me back again
Sad and lonely
Only myself to blame
Brokenhearted
Please take me back again




Brokenhearted
Please take me back again

Overall Meaning

Ken Dodd's song "Brokenhearted" tells the story of a man who has lost the love of his life due to his own mistakes. He laments that he took her love for granted and played around, but now realizes the gravity of his actions and how he has lost someone truly special to him. He acknowledges that he was a fool to not appreciate the love that was given to him, and now he is left brokenhearted and alone. In the chorus, he pleads for another chance, acknowledging that he is the only one to blame for his current circumstances.


The song is a classic tale of finding love too late and having to live with the regret of losing it. It speaks to the idea that sometimes we only realize the value of something after it is gone. The emotions in the lyrics are expressed softly, with a hint of sadness and regret in the singer's voice. The melody is also quite delicate and melancholy, accentuating the overall mood of the song.


Line by Line Meaning

Love that you gave me, I never returned
I didn't reciprocate the affection you showed me


I played around now I'm sorry
I cheated on you and I regret it


I was a fool darling I have learned
I realize now that I acted foolishly


A fool and his love are soon parted
Being foolish with love can lead to heartbreak


Brokenhearted
I am deeply hurt and sad


You said goodbye to me
You ended our relationship


Now we're parted what has to be will be
Our separation is inevitable


Sad and lonely
I am feeling depressed and alone


Only myself to blame
I caused my own heartbreak


Please take me back again
I want to reconcile and rebuild our relationship


Brokenhearted
I am still deeply hurt and sad


Sad and lonely
I am still feeling depressed and alone


Only myself to blame
I still take responsibility for my mistakes


Brokenhearted
I am still deeply hurt and sad


Please take me back again
I am still hoping for a second chance


Brokenhearted
I am still deeply hurt and sad




Writer(s): Antonietta De Simone, Edilio Capotosti

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