Unchained Melody
Matt Monro Lyrics
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My darling
I've hungered for your touch
A long, lonely time
And time goes by so slowly
And time can do so much
Are you still mine?
I need your love
I need your love
God speed your love to me
Lonely rivers flow to the sea, to the sea
To the open arms of the sea
Lonely rivers sigh, "Wait for me, wait for me
I'll be coming home, wait for me"
Whoa, my love
My darling
I've hungered, hungered for your touch
A long, lonely time
And time goes by so slowly
And time can do so much
Are you still mine?
I need your love
I need your love
God speed your love to me
The opening verse of Matt Monro's Unchained Melody conveys a deep longing for the touch of a loved one. The words, "Whoa, my love, my darling, I've hungered for your touch, a long, lonely time," express the emptiness, loneliness, and yearning for a loved one. The next two lines, "And time goes by so slowly, and time can do so much," give credence to the idea that time does not always heal, but can make the absence of that special person even more palpable. The chorus, "I need your love, I need your love, God speed your love to me," represents a cry for that person's return and reinforces the idea that they need their love to survive.
In the second verse, the imagery of "Lonely rivers flow to the sea, to the sea, to the open arms of the sea," creates a sense of longing, seeking and reunion. The lonely rivers sigh and declare, "Wait for me, wait for me, I'll be coming home, wait for me." These two lines signify the assurance and hope of returning to the arms of a loved one. The chorus repeats, reminding the listener just how important the return of this loved one is to the person singing.
The lyrics of Unchained Melody evoke strong emotions that resonate with anyone who has experienced the absence of a loved one. The song's powerful meaning transcends time, and it has become a classic that audiences around the world can appreciate.
Line by Line Meaning
Whoa, my love
Expresses deep love and affection towards someone
My darling
Endearment towards someone whom the singer treasures dearly
I've hungered for your touch
Strongly desires the physical presence or connection with the person they love
A long, lonely time
Emphasizes the extent of the artist's loneliness and the length of time they've been without their loved one
And time goes by so slowly
Highlights how time seems to move at a slower pace when one is lonely and longing for someone
And time can do so much
Reflects on how time can bring about significant changes in life, including the loss of loved ones
Are you still mine?
Asks whether the person they love still belongs to them despite the time apart
I need your love
Communicates the artist's longing and dependence on the love of the person they desire
God speed your love to me
Requests for the divine intervention to bring their loved one's love back to them
Lonely rivers flow to the sea, to the sea
Compares the artist's loneliness to rivers that ultimately find solace in the vast open sea
To the open arms of the sea
Personifies the sea as a welcoming and comforting entity that relieves the loneliness of the rivers
Lonely rivers sigh, "Wait for me, wait for me
Portrays the loneliness of the rivers and how they continuously yearn for their destination, symbolizing the artist's yearning for their loved one
I'll be coming home, wait for me"
Assures that they will come back home eventually, and requests their loved one to wait for them
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, UNCHAINED MELODY PUB LLC
Written by: Alex North, Hyman Zaret
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
hategreed1
Matt's is the most beautiful rendition of this song. Just perfect. As he always was.
wineandroses20
This song of Matt Monro melts my heart. Thanks for posting this great, timeless piece of music. Matt, wherever you are God loves you, and bless you. Rest in peace ! ! !
david emery
By far the best version of this song. Matt was the best and still is
Pinay PM
Priceless! So moving..it could send you places just listening to this rendition. Matt Monro will forever live in our hearts.
Patrick Martin
First time I've heard this version, and how beautiful and meaningful. God bless you Matt Monroe wherever you are now.
Rey Guevarra
I heard this song 1955 by roy hamilton
Fineknots
I think this is a more powerful vocal version than the Righteous Brothers version. Wow, what an amazing singer.
Jeff Lipinski
Matt was sensational !!!
One of my all time favorite singers ever !!
PTM45 smi
My dad used to sing in one of those clubs where there was a full orchestra/band...when I was small he took me to one of their rehearsals and I was awed that my dad had a Matt Monro-esque voice.
wineandroses20
I love this man and his every song . . .