Something to Remember Me By
Nelson Riddle Lyrics
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When you are far away from me
Just a little something, meaning love cannot die
No matter where you chance to be
So I'll pray for you, night and day for you
It will see me through like a charm 'til you return
So give me something I can remember you by
So I'll pray for you, every single day for you
It will see me through like a charm until you return
Give me something, something to remember you by
When you are far away from me
The lyrics of "Something to Remember Me By" by Nelson Riddle are a plea from a lover to their departing partner to leave something behind to remember them by. The singer acknowledges their separation from their loved one and seeks reassurance that their love will endure despite the distance. The phrase "something to remember you by" is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the singer's desire to hold onto something tangible that will remind them of their beloved.
The song's chorus reveals that the singer plans to pray for their lover day and night until they return. These prayers are likened to a charm that will sustain the singer until their reunion with their partner. The sentiment is bittersweet as it acknowledges the pain of separation while also maintaining hope for eventual reunion.
Overall, the song captures the universal feeling of longing and the desire to hold onto memories of love in the face of distance and separation.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, give me something to remember you by
Requesting a memento or token that can serve as a reminder of you
When you are far away from me
When we are separated by distance
Just a little something, meaning love cannot die
A small token that symbolizes undying love
No matter where you chance to be
Regardless of your location
So I'll pray for you, night and day for you
I will consistently and earnestly pray for you
It will see me through like a charm 'til you return
Praying will provide me with comfort until we are reunited
So give me something I can remember you by
Please provide a tangible reminder of you
So I'll pray for you, every single day for you
I will continually pray for you, without fail
It will see me through like a charm until you return
Praying will provide me with strength and support until we are reunited
Give me something, something to remember you by
Please provide me with a keepsake that can serve as a reminder of you
Lyrics © Round Hill Music Big Loud Songs, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ARTHUR SCHWARTZ, HOWARD DIETZ
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Ruth R
I've loved that song for years. It's actually much older than 1958 - originally in the 1930 Broadway show, "Three's a Crowd" and performed by so many artists, a real favorite. Thanks for bringing it back again in this slightly bouncy version. Listen to Vera Lynn sing it in wartime, 1941. An entirely different feeling. Thanks for all your good choices, Jymster.
Jymster46
+Ruth R Yes, the 1958 was in reference to the year this Nelson Riddle album was released. I love the Vera Lynn version as well. Thanks so much for listening to this one and for your comments. Very much appreciated.
Jim
LoveTheOConnor
Beautiful version of this song, and a beautiful video by you, Jim! Perfect clip from "The Band Wagon," I love that movie. Thanks so much for sharing! Have a wonderful weekend, my friend :))
Jymster46
+LoveTheOConnor So glad you enjoyed it, Heather! I love that movie too. The lovely Cyd Cherisse always seems to keep me spellbound. Thank you so much for watching, listening and commenting! Wishing you a wonderful week, as well :))
Jim