Lover
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I long to try something I never had
Never had no kissing
Oh, what I've been missing
Lover man, oh, where can you be
The night is cold and I'm so alone
I'd give my soul just to call you my own
But no one to love me
Lover man, oh, where can you be
I've heard it said
That the thrill of romance
Can be like a heavenly dream
I go to bed with a prayer
That you'll make love to me
Strange as it seems
Someday we'll meet
And you'll dry all my tears
Then whisper sweet
Little things in my ear
Hugging and a kissing
Oh, what we've been missing
Lover man, oh, where can you be
I've heard it said
That the thrill of romance
Can be like a heavenly dream
I go to bed with a prayer
That you'll make love to me
Strange as it seems
Someday we'll meet
And you'll dry all my tears
Then whisper sweet
Little things in my ear
Hugging and a kissing
Oh, what we've been missing
Lover man, oh, where can you be
The song “Lover Man” is a heart-wrenching ballad that speaks of a deep longing for a lover. The lyrics express a sense of loneliness as the singer admits to feeling sad and alone. They long for something they have never had and plead for the presence of a lover who can fill the emptiness they feel. The singer is searching for a love that is missing from their life.
Throughout the song, there is a feeling of desperation as the singer admits to being alone and looking for someone to love. They paint a picture of a night that is cold and empty, with only the moon as their company. The lyrics suggest that they are willing to give up everything for the love they crave - they would give up their soul just to have their desired lover within reach.
The song is a classic jazz tune originally written by James Sherman, Ram Ramirez and Jimmy Davis, and has been covered by numerous artists over the years. It has been performed by some of the biggest names in jazz and blues such as Billie Holiday, Sarah Vaughan, Ella Fitzgerald and Chet Baker. The song has touched the hearts of millions with its emotive lyrics and haunting melody, making it a timeless classic.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't know why but I'm feeling so sad
My emotions are overwhelming me and I'm saddened, yet unaware of any particular reason for it.
I long to try something I never had
I desire to experience something new and exciting that I've never encountered before.
Never had no kissing
My past encounters with affection were lacking in passion and intimacy, particularly in terms of kissing.
Oh, what I've been missing
I realize now how empty and unfulfilling my past relationships have been, and how much I've been depriving myself of true love and connection.
Lover man, oh, where can you be
I am anxiously searching for a genuine, passionate partner to share my life and love with.
The night is cold and I'm so alone
I am currently experiencing loneliness and isolation, particularly during these long and empty nights.
I'd give my soul just to call you my own
I feel a deep longing to connect with someone on a soulful level, and to have the privilege of calling them my partner above all else.
Got a moon above me
There may be a beautiful and inspiring natural world surrounding me, but I am still feeling unfulfilled without the love of a partner.
But no one to love me
Despite everything I have, I feel a lack of fulfillment without a partner to love and cherish me.
I've heard it said
That the thrill of romance
Can be like a heavenly dream
I go to bed with a prayer
That you'll make love to me
Strange as it seems
I've heard that romantic love is so exhilarating that it can be compared to a divine dream. I find myself hoping for this kind of love so much that I pray for it before I go to sleep, even though it may sound odd.
Someday we'll meet
And you'll dry all my tears
Then whisper sweet
Little things in my ear
I hold out hope that I will meet my soulmate someday, and that they will heal the pain and sadness I've been feeling. I imagine them whispering sweet and loving words to me whenever we're together.
Hugging and a kissing
Oh, what we've been missing
Lover man, oh, where can you be
I yearn for deep intimacy and connection with my soulmate, including plenty of hugging and kissing. I am both hopeful and frustrated that they have not yet arrived.
Lyrics © S.A. MUSIC, BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Harold Arlen, Ted Koehler
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