Unforgettable
Marvin Gaye Lyrics


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Unforgettable
That's what you are
Unforgettable
Tho' near or far
Like a song of love that clings to me
How the thought of you does things to me
Never before has someone been more
Unforgettable in every way
And forever more, that's how you'll stay
That's why darling it's incredible




That someone so unforgettable
Thinks that I am unforgettable too

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Marvin Gaye's song Unforgettable are a declaration of love that speaks to the depth of the singer's feelings for his beloved. The song's title is repeated like a mantra throughout the verses, emphasizing the lasting impact that this person has had on the songwriter's life. The simile used in the second verse, comparing the person to a song of love, is a beautiful way of capturing the intense emotions that are set off by the mere thought of this person.


The lyrics also speak to the reciprocation of these feelings, with the final lines revealing that the writer is not the only one who feels the depth of what they share. The word "incredible" used to describe this revelation speaks to the wonder that comes with realizing that someone you hold in such high regard feels the same way you do. The final line, "Thinks that I am unforgettable too," is a perfect ending to a song that is all about the inextricable bond between two people who share an unforgettable connection.


Line by Line Meaning

Unforgettable
You are exceptional and unforgettable


That's what you are
You are incomparable


Unforgettable
You are remarkable


Tho' near or far
Whether near or far, you are unforgettable


Like a song of love that clings to me
You are like a love song that sticks to my mind


How the thought of you does things to me
Thinking of you makes me feel a range of emotions


Never before has someone been more
No one has ever been as unforgettable as you


Unforgettable in every way
In every aspect, you are unforgettable


And forever more, that's how you'll stay
You will remain unforgettable forever


That's why darling it's incredible
That's why it's incredible, my love


That someone so unforgettable
That someone so remarkable


Thinks that I am unforgettable too
Also considers me unforgettable




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Irving Gordon

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