Right Down the Line" is a song written and recorded by Scottish singer-song… Read Full Bio ↴Right Down the Line" is a song written and recorded by Scottish singer-songwriter
Gerry Rafferty. Released as a single in the summer of 1978, it reached #12 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 and #8 on Cash Box. It was the second release from Rafferty's City to City album as the follow-up to his first major hit as a solo artist, "Baker Street".

Right Down the Line
Lucius Lyrics

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You know I need your love, you′ve got that hold over me
Long as I've got your love, you know that I′ll never leave
When I wanted you to share my life, I had no doubt in my mind

It's been you, woman, right down the line

I know how much I lean on you, only you can see
Changes that I've been through, they′ve left a mark on me

You′ve been as constant as a Northern Star,
The brightest light that shines

It's been you, woman, right down the line

Just wanna say, this is my way, of telling you everything
I could never, say before
Yeah this is my way, of telling you that everyday, i′mma love you,
So much more
Because you believed in me, through my darkest nights
Put something better inside of me, you brought me into the light
Threw away all those crazy dreams, I put them all behind

And it was you, woman, right down the line

Just wanna say, this is my way, of telling you everything
I could never, say before
Yeah this is my way, of telling you that everyday, i'mma love you,
So much more
If I should doubt myself, if I am losing ground
I would turn to someone else, they′d only let me down
When I wanted you to share my life, I had no doubt, in my mind

And it's been you, woman, right down the line

Right down the line
Right down the line

Right down the line
Right down the line

Overall Meaning

The song "Right Down the Line" by Lucius is a tribute to a devoted partner, expressing immense gratitude for their unwavering love throughout the trials and tribulations of life. The artist acknowledges that he leaned on his partner's support through tough times and she has been a constant presence in his life, like a reliable northern star. The song expresses that an unbreakable bond has been formed and the singer has no doubts about the love and relationship they have built. The chorus of the song repeats the line "right down the line" which could mean that the singer has always felt the love and support of his partner truly, deeply and without doubt throughout the years.

Line by Line Meaning

You know I need your love, you′ve got that hold over me
I depend on your love and it has a powerful influence over me

Long as I've got your love, you know that I′ll never leave
Your love keeps me committed to our relationship

When I wanted you to share my life, I had no doubt in my mind
I was confident that you were the one I wanted to share my life with

It's been you, woman, right down the line
You have been consistently there for me throughout our relationship

I know how much I lean on you, only you can see
I rely heavily on you and you are the only one who truly understands that

Changes that I've been through, they′ve left a mark on me
Life changes have impacted me and left a lasting impact

You′ve been as constant as a Northern Star, The brightest light that shines
You have been a constant and unwavering presence in my life, shining brightly like a star

Just wanna say, this is my way, of telling you everything. I could never, say before
I am expressing my deepest feelings and gratitude to you in this song

Yeah, this is my way, of telling you that everyday, i′mma love you, So much more
I will continue to love you more and more every day

Because you believed in me, through my darkest nights
You supported me during my toughest times

Put something better inside of me, you brought me into the light
You have helped make me a better person and guided me towards a positive path

Threw away all those crazy dreams, I put them all behind
You helped me let go of unrealistic goals and focus on what truly matters

If I should doubt myself, if I am losing ground
If I ever doubt myself or feel like I am not making progress

I would turn to someone else, they'd only let me down
I know that seeking help from anyone other than you would only disappoint me

Right down the line
Throughout our relationship, you have been consistently supportive and loving, and I am grateful for that

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