I Will Always Love You
Music Travel Love Lyrics


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If I should stay
Oh, I would only be in your way
So I'll go, but I know
Oh, that I'll think of you every step of the way

Oh, and I will always love you, yeah-yeah
Will always love you, yeah-yeah
And bittersweet memories
Oh, that is all I'm taking with me
So goodbye
Please, don't cry
'Cause both know I'm not what you need

Oh, and I will always love you, yeah-yeah
Will always love you, oh, yeah
Will always love you
Oh, my darling, you, yeah
Oh, my darling, you

Yeah, I hope life treats you kind
Oh, and I hope you have all you dreamed of
And I wish you joy and happiness
But above all this, I wish you love

Oh, and I will always love you, yeah-yeah
Will always love you, oh, yeah-yeah
Will always love you, yeah-yeah
I will always love you


I will always love you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Music Travel Love's song I Will Always Love You convey a mixture of melancholic resignation and deep affection. The singer expresses their desire to leave the relationship, acknowledging that they would only be a hindrance to their partner's growth and well-being. However, the chorus repeatedly declares the unwavering nature of the singer's love for their partner. Despite the distance that must come between them, the singer promises to carry their love with them throughout their journey.


The second verse of the song continues in this vein, acknowledging the presence of bittersweet memories that the singer will carry with them after they leave. Even as they prepare to separate from their partner, the singer asks them not to cry, recognizing that both parties are aware of the difficult decision that has been made. The chorus is repeated, adding an extra layer of emotion to the lyrics as the singer professes their enduring love.


The final verse is filled with well wishes for the singer's partner. The singer hopes that their partner will receive kindness and fulfillment in their life, but above all else, they wish for them to experience love. The song ends with a reiteration of the chorus, emphasizing the singer's promise to always love their partner, even if they must go their separate ways.


Line by Line Meaning

If I should stay
In the event that I choose to remain with you


Oh, I would only be in your way
I would only be a hindrance to you


So I'll go, but I know
Therefore, I choose to leave, but I am aware


Oh, that I'll think of you every step of the way
That I will remember you at every step of the way


Oh, and I will always love you, yeah-yeah
I will always love you, yes, I will


Will always love you, yeah-yeah
I will continue to love you, yes, I will


And bittersweet memories
And memories that are both painful and sweet


Oh, that is all I'm taking with me
That is all that I will bring with me


So goodbye
Farewell


Please, don't cry
Please do not shed a tear


'Cause both know I'm not what you need
Because we both know that I am not what you require


Oh, my darling, you, yeah
Oh, my beloved, you, yes


Yeah, I hope life treats you kind
Yes, I hope that life treats you with kindness


Oh, and I hope you have all you dreamed of
Oh, and I hope that you have achieved everything that you dreamt of


And I wish you joy and happiness
And I pray that you find joy and happiness


But above all this, I wish you love
But most importantly, I wish you love


I will always love you
I will always love you




Writer(s): Dolly Parton

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@stavroskarapatakis

If I should stay
Well I would only be in your way
And so I'll go, and yet I know
I'll think of you each step of the way
And I will always love you
I will always love you
Bitter-sweet memories
That's all I'm taking with me
Good-bye, please don't cry
'Cause we both know that I'm not
What you need
But I will always love you
I will always love you
And I hope life, will treat you kind
And I hope that you have all
That you ever dreamed of
Oh I do wish you joy
And I wish you happiness
But above all this
I wish you love
I love you
I will always love you
I, I will always, always love you
I will always love you
I will always love you
I will always love you



All comments from YouTube:

@elwingasparovski427

These guys literally take the best songs and take them to a whole new level. Not to mention the scenery and the locations they pick.

@junebug7363

Absolutely they make me smile and cry at the same time.

@lauramarquez3187

Totalmente de acuerdo elevan a nivel de el alma y ayudan a sanar cualquier dolor.Gracias

@mariaisabeloliveira2306

Am I the only Brazilian here?
turned something good into something spectacular.
I fall in love with every song.
Thanks!
❤🇧🇷

@superpauleesworld8170

UPDATE: 2/10 -- My sweet sister passed away today. Thank you all from my heart for the love and kindness you showed me over the past weeks. I love you all for your caring.❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
With a broken heart I am crying; listening to this song because my sister is sadly fading from this life with Alzheimers. I don't want her to go but life is so cruel sometimes and there's nothing you can so but accept it and keep going on with strength, courage and love. I will always love you sis and you will be in my heart forever. ❤️❤️❤️

@jennysmith4846

Sending love your way ❤

@poon2503

She will always love you too. Truly beautiful bond lasts forever. The world is with you, Sir.🙏🤍🌷🌻🌹

@superpauleesworld8170

@@jennysmith4846 that is so sweet of you Jenny - thank you so much

@superpauleesworld8170

@@poon2503 thank you - I know you are right - true bonds last forever--thank you for taking time to reply

@poon2503

@@superpauleesworld8170 You are very welcome, Sir.🙏

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