Can't You Hear My Heartbeat
Marianne Faithfull Lyrics
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Baby, baby, can't you hear my heartbeat ?
In the park or walking down the high way,
Baby, baby, can't you hear my heartbeat ?
And when you move up closer to me
I get a feeling that's oo-wee.
Can't you hear the pounding of my heartbeat
'Cause you're the one I love, you're the one I love.When I feel you put your arms around me,
Baby, baby, can't you hear my heartbeat ?
Then I'm glad, I'm mighty glad you found me,
Baby, baby, can't you hear my heartbeat ?
And when you asked me to meet your ma
I knew that baby we'd be goin' far.
Can't you hear the pounding of my heartbeat
'Cause you're the one I love, you're the one I love.
All my friends are crying out to meet you,
Baby, baby, can't you hear my heartbeat ?
Now's the time to go and see the preacher,
Baby, baby, can't you hear my heartbeat ?
Now wedding bells are going to chime
And baby, baby, you're gonna be mine.
Can't you hear the pounding of my heartbeat
'Cause you're the one I love, you're the one I love.
Baby, baby, can't you hear my heartbeat ?
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In Marianne Faithfull's song "Can't You Hear My Heartbeat," the singer is expressing her infatuation with someone, begging them to notice her feelings for them. She begins by describing the way she feels when she sees the person looking her way, asking if they can hear her heartbeat pounding with excitement. Throughout the song, she references different situations in which she feels this way, such as when they are walking down the highway or when they embrace each other.
At the end of the song, the singer has finally won the affections of the person she is singing about and wedding bells are about to chime indicating the start of their new life together. The lyrics in the song are simple and straightforward, representing the pure joy and happiness of young love. Marianne Faithfull's delicate voice is perfectly accompanied by the upbeat, pop melody, further emphasizing the carefree nature of the song.
Overall, "Can't You Hear My Heartbeat" is a classic example of early 60s bubblegum pop music. It is a song about young love, which is still widely enjoyed by audiences of all ages today.
Line by Line Meaning
Every time I see you looking my way,
Whenever I catch a glimpse of you gazing in my direction,
Baby, baby, can't you hear my heartbeat ?
My heart aches for you and it's beating loudly, can't you sense it?
In the park or walking down the high way,
Whether we're in a public park or strolling down the road,
Baby, baby, can't you hear my heartbeat ?
My heart beats fast and loud because of the love I have for you!
And when you move up closer to me
When you come closer and stand next to me,
I get a feeling that's oo-wee.
It makes me feel so warm and good inside, it's remarkable!
Can't you hear the pounding of my heartbeat
My heart is thumping fast and loud, doesn't it reach your ears?
'Cause you're the one I love, you're the one I love.
It's because I am smitten and adore you more than anybody else!
When I feel you put your arms around me,
When I am enclosed in a warm embrace by you,
Baby, baby, can't you hear my heartbeat ?
Feel the beat of my heart, I love you with every beat of it!
Then I'm glad, I'm mighty glad you found me,
I feel truly blessed and overjoyed that you are in my life,
Baby, baby, can't you hear my heartbeat ?
Can't you hear my heart beating faster and louder in jubilation?
And when you asked me to meet your ma
The time you invited me to meet your mother,
I knew that baby we'd be goin' far.
I sensed that we had a promising future together as a couple!
Can't you hear the pounding of my heartbeat
My heart throbs wildly and audibly, can't you detect it?
'Cause you're the one I love, you're the one I love.
It's because you are the only one whom I love more than anything else in this world!
All my friends are crying out to meet you,
All my friends are impatiently waiting to meet you,
Baby, baby, can't you hear my heartbeat ?
Feel the rhythm of my heart, it beats for you loud and clear!
Now's the time to go and see the preacher,
It's time to visit the pastor and make our love official,
Baby, baby, can't you hear my heartbeat ?
Let's listen to my heart beating with love, passion, and excitement!
Now wedding bells are going to chime
Soon the wedding bells will start ringing for us,
And baby, baby, you're gonna be mine.
And my beloved, you shall be mine forever and ever after!
Can't you hear the pounding of my heartbeat
My heart is racing with joy and anticipation, can't you feel it?
'Cause you're the one I love, you're the one I love.
It's because you are my heart's only desire, and the one whom I cherish above all others!
Baby, baby, can't you hear my heartbeat ?
Can't you hear my heart come alive with the ardor and amour of my feelings for you?
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Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: John Carter, Kenneth Hawker
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