Words Of Love
Mama's & Papa's The Lyrics


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Words of love, so soft and tender
Won't win a girls heart anymore
If you love her then you must send her
Somewhere where she's never been before
Worn out phrases and longing gazes
Won't get you where you want to go, no
Words of love, soft and tender
Won't win her

You oughta know by now
You oughta know, you oughta know by now
Words of love, soft and tender
Won't win her anymore

You oughta know by now
You oughta know, you oughta know by now
Words of love, soft and tender
Won't win a girls heart anymore
If you love her then you must send her
Somewhere where she's never been before
Worn out phrases and longing gazes
Won't get you where you want to go





Words of love, soft and tender
Won't win her anymore, anymore

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Words of Love" by The Mama's & The Papa's seem to be a message to a person trying to win over someone they love. The first stanza states that using "words of love" that are "soft and tender" will no longer impress the person they are trying to win over. It seems that this approach may have been used before and now it is no longer effective. The second stanza advises that something different needs to be done, such as taking the person somewhere new that they have never been before. That is, a more creative and unique approach may be necessary to win over the person they love.


The chorus emphasizes the message that using "words of love, soft and tender" is no longer sufficient to win someone over. The repetition of the phrase "you oughta know by now" suggests that the singer thinks that the person should already be aware that this approach is no longer effective. The final line of the chorus, "Won't win a girl's heart anymore," reinforces the idea that there needs to be a new and different approach to capture someone's heart.


In summary, "Words of Love" is a message that using tired phrases and longing looks is no longer an effective way to win over someone you love. Instead, more creativity is needed such as taking the person to a place they have never been before.


Line by Line Meaning

Words of love, so soft and tender
Sweet words of love that are gentle and delicate


Won't win a girls heart anymore
Are no longer effective in capturing a woman's heart


If you love her then you must send her
If you truly love her, you must help her explore new things


Somewhere where she's never been before
A place that she has yet to experience


Worn out phrases and longing gazes
Repeated and tired expressions of affection and adoration


Won't get you where you want to go, no
Will not lead you to the desired outcome & goal


You oughta know by now
You should already be aware of this fact


Words of love, soft and tender
Endearing words of affection that are tender and caring


Won't win her
Will not capture the heart and love of the woman


Won't win her anymore
Are no longer effective in winning a woman's love and affection




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JOHN EDMUND ANDREW PHILLIPS

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@williamrichards9287

In my opinion, Cass Elliot had (has) one of the greatest voices in rock history , I just wonder how lucky we could have been if she had been with us longer🙏

@thatoldcomicsmell

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If Cass had lived, she'd be considered one of the greatest stars in the world by now. I'm talking Oprah level influence. Her talent, her wisdom and vast collection of friendships would have led her to movies, television, you name it. Can you imagine her talk shows?

@sandrab1408

Una voz maravillosa ciertamente. Lastima que haya partido de este mundo tan joven.

@stellarocquie7957

It DOES speak volumes about the huge impact she had on music, and the world in general, during her very short time on this earth. What an enormous loss. We can only imagine where her talent would have taken her.

@latinguy67

I concur with your opinion. Her voice is absolutely incredible. Her beautiful energy is just a great plus to her talents.

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@Tradebear

Cass owned that stage; so confident and her voice was stunning.

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If cass owned the stage why is michelle still alive and cass is dead for

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