How Sweet It Is
Marvin Gaye Lyrics
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How sweet it is to be loved by you
Ooh, baby, I needed the shelter of someone's arms
And there you were
I needed someone to understand my ups and downs
And there you were
Deeply touching my emotion
I want to stop (stop) and thank you, baby
I just want to stop and thank you, baby, hey now
How sweet it is to be loved by you, oh, baby
How sweet it is to be loved by you, yes it is
Close my eyes at night
And wonder what would I be without you in my life
Everything was just a bore
All the things I did, seems I've done 'em before
But you brightened up all of my days
With a love so sweet in so many ways
I want to stop (stop) and thank you baby
I want to stop (stop) and thank you baby, yeah
How sweet it is to be loved by you, oh, yes, it is
How sweet it is to be loved by you, yes it is baby
You were better to me than I've been to myself
For me, there's you and nobody else
Stop (stop) and thank you baby
I want to stop (stop) and thank you baby
Oh, how sweet it is to be loved by you, tell the truth baby
How sweet it is to be loved by you, well, it's like sugar in my soul
How sweet it is to be loved by you, oh yes it is
The song "How Sweet It Is" by Marvin Gaye is a love song filled with gratitude and appreciation for the person he is singing to. The lyrics express the sweet feeling of being loved by someone and how it can brighten up all of their days. In the first verse, Gaye describes how he needed someone to lean on and that person turned out to be the one he loves. He expresses his gratitude for that person by singing how sweet it is to be loved by them.
The second verse talks about the personal impact the love has had on Gaye. He describes how he used to be bored with everything and felt like he had done it all before but having this person in his life brightened up all his days. He feels grateful for how better that person was to him than he has been to himself. The chorus repeats how sweet it is to be loved by this person, emphasizing the pure joy that the love brings to him.
Overall, this song is a beautiful expression of love and gratitude. It shows how love can brighten up one's life and make everything sweeter. Gaye's voice lends an emotional touch to the lyrics that makes the song even more impactful.
Line by Line Meaning
How sweet it is to be loved by you, yes, baby
It's amazing to be loved by you, my dear
How sweet it is to be loved by you
It's amazing to be loved by you
Ooh, baby, I needed the shelter of someone's arms
I was searching for comfort in someone's embrace
And there you were
And then I found you
I needed someone to understand my ups and downs
I was looking for someone who could relate to my highs and lows
And there you were
And then I found you
With sweet love and devotion
Your affection and commitment was so endearing
Deeply touching my emotion
It had a profound impact on my feelings
I want to stop (stop) and thank you, baby
I want to pause and express my gratitude to you
I just want to stop and thank you, baby, hey now
I really just want to thank you now, my love
Close my eyes at night
When I go to bed in the evening
And wonder what would I be without you in my life
I contemplate how different my life would be without you
Everything was just a bore
My life was mundane and unexciting
All the things I did, seems I've done 'em before
Everything I did felt repetitive and uninspiring
But you brightened up all of my days
You made my days much brighter and joyful
With a love so sweet in so many ways
You showed me love that was tender and profound
I want to stop (stop) and thank you baby
I want to pause and express my gratitude to you
I want to stop (stop) and thank you baby, yeah
I really just want to thank you now, my love
You were better to me than I've been to myself
You treated me better than I ever treated myself
For me, there's you and nobody else
To me, you are the only one and no one else can compare
Stop (stop) and thank you baby
Pause and let me thank you, my love
Oh, how sweet it is to be loved by you, tell the truth baby
Being loved by you is so wonderful, no need to deny it, my love
How sweet it is to be loved by you, well, it's like sugar in my soul
Being loved by you is truly delightful and sweet, it feels my soul with joy
How sweet it is to be loved by you, oh yes it is
Being loved by you is absolutely amazing
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BRIAN HOLLAND, EDWARD JR. HOLLAND, LAMONT DOZIER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@hussey115
When I was a young teenager, anytime this song played on a Saturday or Sunday my father would grab my mother and they would dance around the living room floor. Such love! I am 70 years old and I remember it like it was yesterday. Great song. Great voice.
@ladybhive1210
😆💕
@bocahangonper
wow, i feel so excited when read about ur experience. i am 23 yo and i am vintage/old song lover like this one.
@k.b8684
No one can ever take memories away, they are a lifetime & evermore.
@mikenealon4042
what a story
keep dancing
@theresamerritt3231
Omg I have the exact memories. God we were lucky. Sometimes these memories roll down my cheeks.
@InChrist777
My daughter dedicated the song to me one day and it just knocked me out I felt so proud as a father and really felt like I was doing something right I have fed her with so many great words of wisdom And from the things that I see All around her I know that she is greatly loved I have great confidence and believe the best in her and this song I will never forget in that she has sent me!
I love you Karina my lil sweepy
Papa:)
@andyhawkins642
How lovely
@CHARLOTTE16700
That’s so sweet
@ThaddeusVilain
What a loving message. Thanks for sharing about your wonderful connection with your daughter.