Oh! Darling
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I'll never do you no harm
Believe me when I tell you
I'll never do you no harm
Oh darling, if you leave me
I'll never make it alone
Believe me when I beg you
When you told me you didn't need me anymore
Well, you know I nearly broke down and cried
When you told me you didn't need me anymore
Well, you know I nearly broke down and died
Oh darling, if you leave me
I'll never make it alone
Believe me when I tell you
I'll never do you no harm
Believe me, darlin'
When you told me, woo, you didn't need me anymore
Well, you know I nearly broke down and cried
When you told me you didn't need me anymore
Well, you know I nearly fell down and died
Oh darling, please believe me
I'll never let you down
Oh, believe me, darlin'
Believe me when I tell you
I'll never do you no harm
In the lyrics of The Beatles' song "Oh! Darling," the singer passionately pleads with their beloved, expressing their unwavering commitment to never harm or betray them. The repeated assurances of "I'll never do you no harm" serve as a reassurance of the singer's loyalty and dedication to their partner. The use of the term "darling" throughout the song conveys a sense of endearment and intimacy, emphasizing the depth of the emotional connection between the singer and their loved one.
The lyrics convey a sense of desperation and fear of abandonment, as the singer implores their partner not to leave them, emphasizing their dependence on the relationship for emotional support and stability. The lines "If you leave me, I'll never make it alone" and "Don't ever leave me alone" highlight the singer's vulnerability and need for the presence of their beloved to feel whole and complete. This fear of loneliness and separation adds a layer of emotional intensity to the song's plea for reassurance and commitment.
The lyrics also touch upon the pain and heartbreak that can come from feeling unwanted or unneeded by a loved one. The singer's raw emotions are evident in lines such as "When you told me you didn't need me anymore, Well, you know I nearly broke down and cried," conveying the profound impact of rejection and feelings of inadequacy on the singer's psyche. These moments of vulnerability and despair reveal the depth of the singer's love and the devastation they feel at the thought of being abandoned.
Ultimately, the song's message revolves around the singer's unwavering love and devotion to their partner, as they repeatedly declare their commitment to never let them down or cause harm. The plea for belief and trust in lines like "Believe me when I tell you, I'll never do you no harm" underscores the singer's earnest desire for their beloved to have faith in their love and intentions. Through these heartfelt and emotionally charged lyrics, The Beatles capture the essence of love, vulnerability, and the fear of losing a cherished relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh darling, please believe me
Expressing a sincere plea for trust and faith
I'll never do you no harm
Assuring you that I will not cause you any pain or suffering
Believe me when I tell you
Urging you to trust in what I am saying
I'll never do you no harm
Reaffirming my commitment to not harm you
Oh darling, if you leave me
Expressing fear and vulnerability at the thought of being alone
I'll never make it alone
Admitting that I cannot bear the idea of being without you
Believe me when I beg you
Pleading with you to trust in my sincerity
Don't ever leave me alone
Desperately asking you not to abandon me
When you told me you didn't need me anymore
Expressing deep pain and heartbreak at the thought of being rejected
Well, you know I nearly broke down and cried
Revealing the emotional devastation caused by your words
When you told me you didn't need me anymore
Reiterating the intense hurt experienced from rejection
Well, you know I nearly broke down and died
Symbolizing the extreme emotional distress and despair felt in response to rejection
Oh darling, if you leave me
Continuing to express fear and desperation at the thought of losing you
I'll never make it alone
Acknowledging that I cannot bear to be without you, emphasizing the depth of my need for you
Believe me when I tell you
Reiterating the importance of trusting in my words and intentions
I'll never do you no harm
Reaffirming my commitment to not causing you any pain or suffering
Believe me, darlin'
Endearingly asking for your belief and trust in me
When you told me, woo, you didn't need me anymore
Recalling the heart-wrenching moment of being told that you no longer wanted me
Well, you know I nearly broke down and cried
Highlighting the overwhelming emotional response to the rejection and abandonment felt
When you told me you didn't need me anymore
Revisiting the painful acknowledgement of being unneeded and unwanted
Well, you know I nearly fell down and died
Emphasizing the profound impact of rejection and the feeling of being disposable
Oh darling, please believe me
Continuing to express the desperate need for trust and belief in my sincerity
I'll never let you down
Promising to always support and stand by you, never disappointing you
Oh, believe me, darlin'
Reiterating the plea for belief and trust in my words and actions
Believe me when I tell you
Emphasizing the importance of trusting what I am communicating to you
I'll never do you no harm
Ensuring once again that I will always act in a way that safeguards your well-being
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Written by: John Lennon, Paul McCartney
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