When Will I See You Again
Marcia Griffiths Lyrics


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When will I see you again?
When will we share precious moments?
Will I have to wait forever?
Or will I have to suffer and cry the whole night through?

When will I see you again?
When will our hearts beat together?
Are we in love or just friends?
Is this my beginning or is this the end?
When will I see you again?
(When will I see you again?)
When will I see you again?

Are we in love or just friends?
Is this my beginning or is this the end?
When will I see you again?
(When will I see you again?)
When will I see you again?
(When will I see you again?)
When will I see you again?




(When will I see you again?)
When will I see you again?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Marcia Griffiths' song "When Will I See You Again" convey the emotional turmoil of longing and uncertainty in a romantic relationship. The singer asks the titular question multiple times, highlighting the desperate desire to reconnect with their loved one. The repetition of this question emphasizes the constant uncertainty and longing felt by the singer, who doesn't know whether they will ever see their love interest again.


The singer's questions also reflect their confusion about the state of their relationship. They question whether they are just friends or in love, and wonder if this is the beginning or the end of their time together. This uncertainty leads to inner turmoil, causing the singer to suffer and cry throughout the night. Despite this pain, the singer still holds onto hope, wondering if they will have to wait forever, or if they will be reunited with their loved one.


Overall, "When Will I See You Again" is a poignant and emotional depiction of the struggles and unanswered questions that often accompany romantic relationships.


Line by Line Meaning

When will I see you again?
The singer is eager to reunite with someone they haven't seen in a while


When will we share precious moments?
The singer is looking forward to spending quality time with this person


Will I have to wait forever?
The singer is anxious about having to wait a long time before seeing this person again


Or will I have to suffer and cry the whole night through?
The artist is upset about the thought of not seeing this person and anticipates having a difficult time without them


When will our hearts beat together?
The artist is longing for romantic intimacy with this person


Are we in love or just friends?
The singer is unsure about the nature of their relationship with this person and wants clarity


Is this my beginning or is this the end?
The singer is uncertain about the future of their relationship with this person


When will I see you again?
Repetition of the first line emphasizes the artist's intense yearning


(When will I see you again?)
Repetition of the question emphasizes the artist's eagerness and impatience


When will I see you again?
Repetition of the first line emphasizes the artist's intense yearning




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Written by: Kenny Gamble, Leon Huff

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