If This Isn't Love
Michael Feinstein Lyrics
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If I had everything I'd still be a slave for you
If I ruled the night
Stars and moon so bright
Still I'd turn for life to you
If the world to me bowed yet humbly I'd plead to you
If my friends were a crowd I'd turn my needs to you
What would life be worth
If I hadn't the right to you
If the world to me bowed yet humbly I'd plead to you
If my friends were a crowd I'd turn my needs to you
If I ruled the earth
What would life be worth
If I hadn't the right to you
The song If This Isn't Love by Michael Feinstein speaks about the unconditional love that the singer has for his significant other. The lyrics convey the idea that even if the singer were to have everything in the world, he would still be a slave to his lover. The first verse of the song states that even if the singer had the power of a king in his hands, he would still choose to serve his lover. This suggests that the love he has for his partner is more significant than any material possession.
The second verse talks about how the singer would still plead to his lover, even if the whole world bowed to him. He says that even if he had an enormous group of friends, his needs would still be with his lover. This conveys the idea that his love for his partner is something that is deeply rooted within his heart, and nothing can replace it. The chorus of the song reiterates this point by questioning the worth of life if his lover were not a part of it.
In conclusion, the song If This Isn't Love by Michael Feinstein speaks about the depth of true love and how it can overcome all obstacles. The lyrics convey the message that love is more important than any material possession or power in the world.
Line by Line Meaning
If they made me a king I'd be but a slave for you
Even if I were rewarded with power and wealth, I would willingly submit to you and be at your service
If I had everything I'd still be a slave for you
Material possessions and riches hold no value to me, as being by your side is worth more than any treasure
If I ruled the night; Stars and moon so bright; Still I'd turn for life to you
Even if I was the master of the universe, the beauty of the night sky would pale in comparison to the radiance that you bring to my life
If the world to me bowed yet humbly I'd plead to you
Even if the world were at my feet, I would remain humble and still ask for your love and affection
If my friends were a crowd I'd turn my needs to you
If I was surrounded by many people, it is still you who I would turn to for support and companionship
If I ruled the earth; What would life be worth; If I hadn't the right to you
Without you, my life is meaningless, as even if I had ultimate power and control over the world, it is your presence that brings me true happiness and fulfillment
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., SHAPIRO BERNSTEIN & CO. INC.
Written by: BURTON LANE, E.Y. HARBURG
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