Three Times a Lady
Lionel Richie; The Commodores Lyrics

Dear Lionel Richie,

The song "Three Times a Lady" is a beautiful dedication to a loved one who has brought joy and cherished memories. The opening lines, "Thanks for the times that you've given me, the memories are all in mind," express gratitude for the happy moments spent together. The lyrics then move on to acknowledge that this love story has come to an end, and that there's something important that must be said out loud.

The song's refrain, "You're once, twice, three times a lady," refers to the three different stages of a woman's life: daughter, mother, and grandmother. The phrase "three times a lady" signifies the depth, richness, and multi-faceted beauty of a woman's life, and suggests that the woman being addressed is someone who has lived a full and meaningful life. The repeated phrase "And I love you" serves as a reminder of the depth of the singer's feelings, and is a moving expression of love.

The second verse, "When we are together, the moments I cherish, with every beat of my heart," emphasizes the importance of the present moment and the love shared by the two individuals. The lines "To touch you, to hold you, to feel you, to need you, there's nothing to keep us apart" signify the strength and unity of the love between the two.