Nothing Can Change This Love
Otis Redding Lyrics


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If I go million miles away
I'll write a letter each and every day now
Oh, honey, nothing, nothing, nothing
Nothing is ever gonna change this love
I have for you, oh no, oh no

You can make me weep
Or you can make me moan
Tell me you just got back, darling
I'll just say, "Well, welcome home now"

For honey, nothing, nothing in this world
Could ever stop this love
Could ever stop this love
I have for you, oh no, oh no

Oh, you're the apple of my eye
My sweet little cherry pie
[Incomprehensible], you can be
My cake and ice cream

Sugar and spice
Everything nice
You can be the
Girl of my dreams

If you would only [Incomprehensible]
When you get back, when you get back
I'll just say, "Well, welcome home now"

Oh my darling, nothing
Nothing, nothing




Nothing could ever change
This love I have for you, oh no, oh no

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Otis Redding's "Nothing Can Change This Love" reflect the unshakable love he has for his significant other. He promises to always stay in touch, despite any distance between them, by writing letters regularly. The chorus repeats the idea that there is nothing that could change the love he has for his partner. Otis is confident in his devotion, and states that nothing in this world could stop it. Even if his partner were to make him upset or cry, he would still welcome them back with open arms. Otis calls his partner the apple of his eye, his sweet little cherry pie, and suggests that they can be all of his favorite treats, including cake and ice cream. He goes on to say that she is the girl of his dreams and that he would welcome her back warmly after any amount of time apart.


The lyrics of "Nothing Can Change This Love" express a timeless sentiment - that true love is unbreakable and unchanging. Otis believes that a mere physical distance could not change his unwavering love for his partner. He also suggests that any arguments or disagreements would not diminish his feelings for her. Instead, he remains steadfast in his intentions to support and love his partner, no matter what. Otis repeatedly professes his dedication to his lover; calling her "darling" frequently throughout the song. In many ways, this song is meant to express the depth and sincerity of true love that exists between two people.


Line by Line Meaning

If I go million miles away
Even if I'm far away, I promise to stay in touch with you through letters.


I'll write a letter each and every day now
I'll make sure to send you a letter every day, even when we are far apart.


Oh, honey, nothing, nothing, nothing
No matter what happens, nothing can change the love I have for you.


Nothing is ever gonna change this love
No matter what life throws our way, our love will remain the same.


I have for you, oh no, oh no
I am committed to you entirely, and nothing can change that.


You can make me weep
Your words or actions have the power to move me emotionally.


Or you can make me moan
You can also stimulate me sensually, causing me to utter sounds of pleasure.


Tell me you just got back, darling
Even a simple notification of your arrival can make my day.


I'll just say, "Well, welcome home now"
I'll greet you warmly and make you feel loved and appreciated.


For honey, nothing, nothing in this world
There's nothing in this world that can change the love I have for you.


Could ever stop this love
Even if we face challenges or obstacles, our love will keep going strong.


Oh, you're the apple of my eye
You are the most important person in my life, and I treasure you above all else.


My sweet little cherry pie
You are like a delectable pastry that I can't resist savoring.


[Incomprehensible], you can be
You can be anything you want to be because I accept you as you are.


My cake and ice cream
You are the perfect combination of sweetness and coldness, like a delicious dessert.


Sugar and spice
You possess both femininity and strength, making you the complete package.


Everything nice
You have all the qualities I desire in a partner, and I wouldn't want to change anything about you.


You can be the
You have the potential to become anything you want to be.


Girl of my dreams
You are the woman I have always envisioned as my ideal partner.


If you would only [Incomprehensible]
If only you could understand my feelings, and the depth of my love for you.


When you get back, when you get back
When you come back to me, I'll be waiting with open arms.


I'll just say, "Well, welcome home now"
I'll make sure you feel loved and cherished when you return to me.


Oh my darling, nothing
No matter what happens, I promise you that nothing can change the love I have for you.


Nothing, nothing
No event or circumstance can diminish the strength of my love for you.


Nothing could ever change
My love for you is constant and unchanging, no matter what happens.


This love I have for you, oh no, oh no
My feelings for you are unwavering and unbreakable, despite anything that might happen.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Abkco Music Inc.
Written by: Sam Cooke

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

Maryela G

If I go million miles away
I'll write a letter each and every day now
Oh, honey, nothing, nothing, nothing
Nothing is ever gonna change this love
I have for you, oh no, oh no
You can make me weep
Or you can make me moan
Tell me you just got back, darling
I'll just say, "Well, welcome home now"
For honey, nothing, nothing in this world
Could ever stop this love
Could ever stop this love
I have for you, oh no, oh no
Oh, you're the apple of my eye
My sweet little cherry pie
[Incomprehensible], you can be
My cake and ice cream
Sugar and spice
Everything nice
You can be the
Girl of my dreams
If you would only [Incomprehensible]
When you get back, when you get back
I'll just say, "Well, welcome home now"
Oh my darling, nothing
Nothing, nothing
Nothing could ever change
This love I have for you, oh no, oh no



All comments from YouTube:

L. S.

His voice makes my heart flutter and my knees weak! 😍🥰

Georgina Bakboord

I heard this for the first time @ eleven years...
Never knew what hit me, and yes ever since

john weldon

He sung with passion, heart and vulnerability. We all been there before only few have been blessed enough to stay" Loves a wonderful thing

Rosita Molet

All his songs are beautiful. I can’t stay without listening to him everyday. 🤗❤️

nick brown

One of the sincere voice's in history.

Weldon Harper

I really love this song by Otis Redding.

Weldon Harper

Otis Redding is one soulful singer. I love to hear his music.

Warren Doris

One of my alltime favourites. Issac .s piano on this is superb! Otis makes you feel whatever he sing! Maximum respect and love to the entire crew!

rayvan23

I hereby state that if your soul isn't touched by this song, you really gotta make it a priority to get there. It won't change the chaos of 2019 onward, but can bring you a few moments of being in touch with anti-chaos stability.

Warren Doris

👍. Well said!

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