But not the other way around.
When I Fall in Love
Nat "King" Cole & Natalie Cole Lyrics
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Or I'll never fall in love
In a restless world like this is
Love is ended before it's begun
And too many moonlight kisses
Seem to cool in the warmth of the sun
When I give my heart it will be completely
And the moment I can feel that you feel that way too
Is when I fall in love with you.
And the moment I can feel that you feel that way too
Is when I fall in love with you.
The song "When I Fall in Love" by Nat "King" Cole and his daughter Natalie Cole is a classic love ballad that speaks of the singer's devotion to finding true love. The lyrics convey the idea that the singer's love will be eternal and unyielding. The opening line, "When I fall in love it will be forever or I'll never fall in love," sets the tone for the rest of the song. The singer is making a bold statement that they will either find the one true love that lasts a lifetime, or they will not bother with love at all.
The second verse emphasizes the fleeting nature of love in a chaotic world where too many moonlit kisses cool in the warmth of the sun. The world is restless and ever-changing, and love often ends before it even truly begins. The singer recognizes this and knows that they must find someone who feels the same way they do. The final two lines of the verse, "When I give my heart it will be completely or I'll never give my heart," emphasize the importance of finding a love that is reciprocated and sincere.
The chorus repeats the central idea of the song: "And the moment I can feel that you feel that way too is when I fall in love with you." The singer is waiting for that one moment when they truly connect with their soulmate, that moment when they know that their love will be forever.
Overall, the lyrics to "When I Fall in Love" speak to the universal desire for true love and connection. The song's timeless message continues to resonate with audiences today.
Line by Line Meaning
When I fall in love it will be forever
I seek a love that will last eternally and not merely a fleeting one.
Or I'll never fall in love
If it's not a love that will last, then it's not worth falling in love with.
In a restless world like this is
In a world where everything is constantly changing and shifting,
Love is ended before it's begun
Love often ends before it even begins due to the chaotic nature of the world we live in.
And too many moonlight kisses
And even the tender, romantic moments that seem so perfect
Seem to cool in the warmth of the sun
Can be forgotten and fade away when reality hits us hard.
When I give my heart it will be completely
If I am to give my heart to someone, it will be given fully without any reservations.
Or I'll never give my heart
I won't give my heart away if I know it won't be reciprocated or valued.
And the moment I can feel that you feel that way too
Only when there is mutual affection and understanding,
Is when I fall in love with you.
Will I allow myself to fall deeply and completely in love.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: EDWARD HEYMAN, VICTOR YOUNG
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@JuneLynn
perfection...I wish Nat King Cole had lived to see Natalie sing...
@MS-yx6fj
He saw her in heaven
@jasminkasalcic454
Beautiful souls. Dad snd daughter❤❤❤. This is the fifth dimension.
@leronmorton521
This is beautiful and stunning in black and white video ...luv me some Natalie Cole and her wonderful father Nat king Cole 😥😥 R.I.P.
@claygsandsjr4661
This is an outstanding duet. Father and daughter singing together; even after his transition to heaven, Mr. Nat Cole left us his talent through Natalie. This music will live forever for anyone who hears it. Great Classical Love song are hard to come by these days.
@triplejazzmusicisall1883
Hi although your comment is now nine years old what you wrote back then still stands true today. Music has just gotten worse and worse and in some cases even perverse. But this duet and Unforgettable are both beautiful classy and romantic Imagine what Nat would think of today's world. Most of today's people wouldn't know romance if they tripped over it. Sorry for whinging.
@DoriH7
I'm with June Lynn, how I wish Nat hadn't been taken from us so early, he and Natalie sound so good together! Possibly a match made in heaven!
@margaretguildlambert9608
I love Nat and Natalie, can still remember the first time I heard him sing, I fell in love right then.
@tomfreeman6929
This, and the "UNFORGETTABLE" duet before it, always bring a flood of tears to my eyes, because both are so beautifully done. It's so sad that both performers died way too young and at the peak of their popularity. I am forever envious of Natalie, because she had a very loving father, which I never did.
@NosiGlobal
So happy she is with her dad again.....his passing totally rocked her world.