Focusing primarily on instrumental composition and playing, Kottke also sings sporadically, in an unconventional yet expressive baritone described by himself as sounding like "geese farts on a muggy day".[1] In concert, Kottke intersperses humorous and often bizarre monologues with vocal and instrumental selections from throughout his career, played solo on 6- and 12-string guitars.
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Leo Kottke Lyrics
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Cause I was born to be with you
Wondrously love can see, so I know
That I was born to be with you
Do I find peace of mind, yes I do
Cause I was born to be with you
By your side, satisfied through and through
The lyrics of Leo Kottke's song "Born to Be with You" express a deep sense of connection and contentment with another person. The singer expresses that being with this person fulfills them completely and that they were destined to be together. The love they share is described as "wondrous," suggesting that it is miraculous or magical. The repetition of the phrase "I was born to be with you" emphasizes the singer's conviction that their connection is fate, that their love was predestined.
The second verse continues in the same vein, describing how being with this person brings peace of mind. This suggests that the singer has found a kind of sanctuary or refuge in their relationship. The repetition of the phrase "by your side" reinforces this idea of togetherness and belonging. The final line "Cause I was born to be with you" is a powerful affirmation of devotion and commitment.
Overall, "Born to Be with You" is a romantic and heartfelt song that captures the feeling of being deeply in love and knowing that you have found your soulmate. The lyrics speak to the idea that some things are meant to be and that when you find the right person, everything falls into place.
Line by Line Meaning
By your side, satisfied through and through
I am content and complete next to you, fully gratified in every way
Cause I was born to be with you
My purpose in life is to be with you, it's the reason I exist
Wondrously love can see, so I know
Love has the power to perceive things that can't be seen, giving me the certainty
That I was born to be with you
Again, emphasizing that being with you is my destiny
Do I find peace of mind, yes I do
Being with you brings me inner tranquility and calmness
By your side, satisfied through and through
Reiterating that I am entirely content beside you
Cause I was born to be with you
Restating that my purpose and fulfillment lie in being with you
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DON ROBERTSON
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Ford's Restorations
As a nervous young teenage heavy metal kid growing up I came across Leo music playing in a fantastic record store and it calm my nerves down and caused me to think more creative.... the way he strikes and plucks the strings.
Somehow it rubbed off on me and shows up a little bit in my own guitar playing.
Thank you Leo , you were your own man.
Mark Johnson
There's a short list of people who have truly reinvented guitar playing. They forge their own path and style which is totally their own. Leo is one of them.
andrew bicsey music
Amen.
DudeDadEsq
Absolutely! I was lucky to see him in 1981 at a small club in DC (The Bayou)
Geoff Williams
How Leo never won a Grammy is unbelievable to me.
Denny Tidwell
@J Gro SFB syndrome
Pra Daswani
That is the reason Grammy is BS
p latham
@J Gro that's true. More about marketing than music, it seems.
J Gro
Leo never won a Grammy because the people who do the nominations do not understand genius, they only understand what is "most" marketable!
Tom Keane
John Lennon never won the Nobel Peace Prize...so much for awards.