That's How Strong My Love Is
Otis Redding Lyrics
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I'd go with love most everywhere
I'll be the moon when the sun goes down
Just to let you know that I'm still around
That's how strong my love is, whoa
That's how strong my love is
That's how strong my love is, baby, baby
That's how strong my love is
I'll be the weeping willow drowning in my tears
And you can go swimming when you're here
And I'll be the rainbow after the tears are gone
Wrap you in my colors and keep you warm
That's how strong my love is, darling
That's how strong my love is, baby
That's how strong my love is, whoa
That's how strong my love is
I'll be the ocean so deep and wide
And catch the tears whenever you cry
I'll be the breeze after the storm is gone
To dry your eyes and love you warm
That's how strong my love is, baby
That's how strong my love is
That's how strong my love is, darling
That's how strong my love is, again now
That's how strong my love is, so deep in
Well, that's how strong my love is
So much love, yes so much love, whoa
Yes so much love, yes so much love
Anything that I can do, I'll be good for you
Any kind of love you want, I'll be with you
The lyrics of Otis Redding's song "That's How Strong My Love Is" are a declaration of a deep and unwavering love for someone special. The singer compares himself to various natural elements such as the sun, the moon, the weeping willow, the ocean, and the breeze, all of which are powerful and omnipresent forces. He promises to always be there for his loved one, to catch their tears, wrap them in his bright colors to keep them warm, and dry their eyes after the storm is gone. The refrain of the song emphasizes the strength of this love, stating that no matter what happens, his love will remain strong and unwavering.
Overall, the song is about the power of true love, which can be found in even the most ordinary of things. The singer uses nature as a metaphor for the strength and constancy of his love, emphasizing that it is as infinite and unbreakable as the elements that he compares himself to. In essence, the song is a testament to the enduring power of love and its ability to conquer all.
Line by Line Meaning
If I was the sun way up there
If I were the sun up high and far away
I'd go with love most everywhere
I would spread my love everywhere that I could reach
I'll be the moon when the sun goes down
Whenever the sun goes down, I will become the moon
Just to let you know that I'm still around
To reassure you that I continue to exist and be present
I'll be the weeping willow drowning in my tears
I will personify a weeping willow tree and will be immersed in sorrow and tears
And you can go swimming when you're here
Despite my sadness, I will still make room for you to be happy
And I'll be the rainbow after the tears are gone
Once the tears have gone, I will represent the sign of hope and happiness, the rainbow
Wrap you in my colors and keep you warm
I will radiate happiness and warmth to keep you comfortable and happy
I'll be the ocean so deep and wide
I will represent the immense and extensive ocean
And catch the tears whenever you cry
Whenever you cry, I will be there to catch and comfort you
I'll be the breeze after the storm is gone
Once the storm has passed, I will represent the gentle, soothing breeze
To dry your eyes and love you warm
I will dry your tears and love you warmly with my support and comfort
That's how strong my love is, baby
This is how strong my love is, my baby
That's how strong my love is, darling
This is how strong my love is, my beloved
That's how strong my love is, again now
Once again, this is how strong my love is
That's how strong my love is, so deep in
This is how strong my love runs, so deep within
Well, that's how strong my love is
And that is the strength of my love
So much love, yes so much love, whoa
There is an abundance of love, yes so much love
Yes so much love, yes so much love
Once more, there is so much love
Anything that I can do, I'll be good for you
Whatever you need from me, I will do it and be great at it
Any kind of love you want, I'll be with you
I will love you in any way that you desire, and I will stand by your side
Lyrics © MUSIC SALES CORPORATION
Written by: MILTON CAMPBELL, ROOSEVELT JAMISON
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@ximena_cunningham
That's How Strong My Love Is
If I was the sun way up there
I'd go with love most everywhere
I'll be the moon when the sun goes down
Just to let you know that I'm still around
That's how strong my love is, whoa
That's how strong my love is
That's how strong my love is, baby, baby
That's how strong my love is
I'll be the weeping willow drowning in my tears
And you can go swimming when you're here
And I'll be the rainbow after the tears are gone
Wrap you in my colors and keep you warm
That's how strong my love is, darling
That's how strong my love is, baby
That's how strong my love is, whoa
That's how strong my love is
I'll be the ocean so deep and wide
And catch the tears whenever you cry
I'll be the breeze after the storm is gone
To dry your eyes and love you warm
That's how strong my love is, baby
That's how strong my love is
That's how strong my love is, darling
That's how strong my love is, again now
That's how strong my love is, so deep in
Well, that's how strong my love is
So much love, yes so much love, whoa
Yes so much love, yes so much love
Anything that I can do, I'll be good for you
Any kind of love you want, I'll be with you.
@toughenupfluffy7294
This is why there's music. Otis was the epitome of perfection.
@bnice12
From the moment I heard this song I knew that If I couldn't find a woman that made me feel every word of this song I'd never get married. That was in 1999 when I was 16. Well I found her in 2005. Married her in 2010 and sang this to her at our wedding. 2 beautiful boys, ups, downs, trials and tribulations, rain and shine...we're still as in love as the day we married, if not more. And...I still feel every word of this song for my angel. I love you Barbara Lynn. Thank you for letting me know what I wanted before I even started looking, Otis.
@user-js3rd7jo8e
oh my God, I am so happy to read , there is still love in this world,,after people get married,,,
and I can only wish it will happan to me too,,,
thank you for writing.
all the best, and please love forever....
@wormdrowner95snag46
You're lucky... I've been married 20 + years and we don't love each other like this😭 its a bummer
@bananabeets
My boyfriend and I were listening to old albums and came across this and both knew at once that it was our song. It embodies our love for each other perfectly. We have been together 8 & 1/2 years and love each other more each day. I hope that everyone in the world knows love like this at some point in their life. My Aunt and Uncle both had unhappy marriages before finding this kind of love in each other. It is never too late <3
@kramnesnay
Beautiful story, brought tears to my eyes and gave me hope too. Thx
@TJfromEarth
Ghey
@barbietimmermans4141
My father died in a car crash when I was 9 years old, and I remember dancing with him to this song. I have not heard this song for so many years, until today 😪😪😪 I miss him so much 😪😪😪
@llllooo4362
barbara timmermans stay strong. Your fathers love is strong for you all the way from heaven
@nicolemilman1795
barbara timmermans 🕊😢🙏