Unforgettable
Nat King Cole 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 lyrics to Nat King Cole's "Unforgettable" are a tribute to a love that is so strong and ever-present that it can only be described as unforgettable. The song opens with the lines "Unforgettable, that's what you are," setting the tone for the rest of the song. The repetition of the word "unforgettable" throughout the song emphasizes the power and persistence of this love.


One of the most memorable lines in the song is "Like a song of love that clings to me." This metaphor compares the love to a song that is so beautiful and emotionally resonant that it cannot be forgotten. The next line, "How the thought of you does things to me," further emphasizes the all-encompassing nature of this love. It's not just a feeling, but a force that affects every aspect of the singer's life.


The final verse of the song is particularly poignant: "That's why darling it's incredible, that someone so unforgettable, thinks that I am unforgettable too." Here, the singer reveals that the love is not just a one-way street; the object of their affection also sees them as unforgettable. This mutual love and admiration makes the relationship all the more powerful and enduring.


Line by Line Meaning

Unforgettable
You are a person who leaves a lasting impression on me


That's what you are
You are truly unforgettable


Unforgettable
You are someone who cannot be forgotten


Tho' near or far
No matter where you are, you are always with me in my thoughts


Like a song of love that clings to me
My love for you is a beautiful melody that resonates within me


How the thought of you does things to me
You have an incredible influence on me, just the mere thought of you can move me


Never before has someone been more
I have never been as captivated by someone as I am by you


Unforgettable in every way
You are unforgettable in every aspect


And forever more, that's how you'll stay
You will remain unforgettable to me for all time


That's why darling it's incredible
It is amazing to me that you are unforgettable and that you feel the same way about me


That someone so unforgettable
Being unforgettable is such a rare and special quality


Thinks that I am unforgettable too
You see me as equally unforgettable and that fills my heart with joy




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Irving Gordon

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