Unforgettable
Nat 'King' Cole with Nelson Riddle and his Orchestra Lyrics


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Unforgettable
That's what you are
Unforgettable
Tho' near or far
Like a song of love that clings to me
How the thought of you does things to me
Never before has someone been more
Unforgettable in every way
And forever more, that's how you'll stay
That's why darling it's incredible




That someone so unforgettable
Thinks that I am unforgettable too

Overall Meaning

The song "Unforgettable" is a romantic ballad performed by Nat 'King' Cole with Nelson Riddle and his Orchestra. It's a timeless classic that has remained popular since its release in 1951. The lyrics speak about someone who is unforgettable, whether they are near or far. The memory of this person clings to the singer like a romantic song that brings back sweet memories. The singer is deeply affected by the very thought of the person, never having felt such a strong connection with anyone else before. The song concludes with the singer expressing his amazement that someone as unforgettable as the person he sings about feels the same way about him.


Line by Line Meaning

Unforgettable
You are so special and memorable


That's what you are
You are exactly what I described, unforgettable


Tho' near or far
Whether I am close or far away from you, you still stay unforgettable


Like a song of love that clings to me
Thoughts of you persistently stay with me like a love song


How the thought of you does things to me
Just the idea of you has a powerful effect on me


Never before has someone been more
I have never met anyone else who is as unforgettable as you are


Unforgettable in every way
You are unforgettable in all aspects and characteristics


And forever more, that's how you'll stay
You will remain unforgettable for eternity


That's why darling it's incredible
That is why it is unbelievable, my love


That someone so unforgettable
Someone who is as unforgettable as you


Thinks that I am unforgettable too
Believes that I am just as unforgettable as you are




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Irving Gordon

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Comments from YouTube:

@danniepate5343

Hi Unforgettable Nat King Cole my aunt was his private nurse when this song come out he sent us a signed copy to her I played it over and over we were just kids. I will never get forget it he was well-loved Unforgettable take care my friend

@christinephaneuf9578

Love Nat King Cole. Loved when they arranged the duo with his daughter. It was awesome. Sad story about Natalie. She sure was proud when she did it. She said she felt her dad picking her up.

@shirleyford104

You Mr. Cole are unforgettable.

@lukecheng6699

It's unforgettable to fall in love. 😘

@Memale2009

Nat King Cole- unforgettable too !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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