Love And Marriage
Rat Pack Lyrics


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Love and marriage, love and marriage
Go together like a horse and carriage
This I tell you brother
You can't have one without the other

Love and marriage, love and marriage
It's an institute you can't disparage
Ask the local gentry
And they will say it's elementary

Try, try, try to separate them
It's an illusion
Try, try, try, and you will only come
To this conclusion

Love and marriage, love and marriage
Go together like a horse and carriage
Dad was told by mother
You can't have one, you can't have none
You can't have one without the other

Try, try, try to separate them
It's an illusion
Try, try, try, and you will only come
To this conclusion

Love and marriage, love and marriage
Go together like a horse and carriage
Dad was told by mother




You can't have one (you can't have none)
You can't have one without the other

Overall Meaning

The Rat Pack's song "Love And Marriage" delves into the profound connection between love and marriage, using the analogy of a horse and carriage to emphasize the inseparable nature of these two concepts. The lyrics suggest that love and marriage are intricately intertwined and that one cannot exist without the other. This sentiment is reinforced throughout the song, emphasizing the importance of both love and marriage in the context of a relationship.


The lyrics highlight the traditional view of love and marriage as a fundamental institution that is highly regarded in society. The mention of "the local gentry" implies that this belief is widely held among those of high social standing, underscoring the significance placed on the union of love and marriage. The use of the word "elementary" further emphasizes the simplicity and natural connection between these two aspects of a committed relationship.


The song warns against attempting to separate love and marriage, presenting it as an illusion that is ultimately futile. The repeated refrain to “try, try, try” to separate them suggests a persistent effort to break the bond between love and marriage, only to lead to the realization that they are indeed interdependent. This theme reinforces the idea that love and marriage are meant to coexist harmoniously, with any attempts to disrupt this balance proving fruitless.


The closing lines of the song, with the mention of Dad being told by Mother that "you can't have one without the other," further drive home the message of the inseparability of love and marriage. The repetition of this sentiment underscores the song's central theme and serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring connection between these two aspects of a successful relationship. Overall, "Love And Marriage" celebrates the mutual dependence and symbiotic relationship between love and marriage, painting a picture of these two elements as essential components of a fulfilling partnership.


Line by Line Meaning

Love and marriage, love and marriage
The bond between love and marriage is strong and inseparable


Go together like a horse and carriage
They are a perfect match, complementary to each other


This I tell you brother
I am emphasizing this point to you, my friend


You can't have one without the other
Love and marriage are interconnected, you can't have one without the other


It's an institute you can't disparage
Love and marriage are a respected and valued institution


Ask the local gentry
Consult with the respected individuals in the community


And they will say it's elementary
They will tell you it's basic and fundamental


Try, try, try to separate them
Even if you attempt to keep them apart


It's an illusion
It is a false belief or misconception


Try, try, try, and you will only come
Through repeated attempts, you will realize


To this conclusion
That they are inevitably connected


Dad was told by mother
Mother instructed father


You can't have one, you can't have none
You must have both, not one or the other


You can't have one without the other
Love and marriage are interdependent




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: James Van Heusen, Sammy Cahn

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@AmanShady

Love and marriage, love and marriage
They go together like a horse and carriage
This I tell you, brother
You can't have one without the other
Love and marriage, love and marriage
It's an institute you can't disparage
Ask the local gentry
And they will say it's elementary
Try, try, try to separate them
It's an illusion
Try, try, try, and you will only come
To this conclusion
Love and marriage, love and marriage
Go together like a horse and carriage
Dad was told by mother
You can't have one, you can´t have none
You can't have one without the other
Try, try, try to separate them
It's an illusion
Try, try, try, and you will only come
To this conclusion
Love and marriage, love and marriage
They go together like the horse and carriage
Dad was told by mother
You can't have one, you can´t have none
You can't have one without the other
No sir



@evapelkoart

LYRICS

Love and marriage, love and marriage
They go together like a horse and carriage
This I tell you, brother
You can't have one without the other

Love and marriage, love and marriage
It's an institute you can't disparage
Ask the local gentry
And they will say it's elementary

Try, try, try to separate them
It's an illusion
Try, try, try, and you will only come
To this conclusion

Love and marriage, love and marriage
Go together like a horse and carriage
Dad was told by mother
You can't have one, you can´t have none
You can't have one without the other

Try, try, try to separate them
It's an illusion
Try, try, try, and you will only come
To this conclusion

Love and marriage, love and marriage
They go together like the horse and carriage
Dad was told by mother
You can't have one, you can´t have none
You can't have one without the other
No sir



@kathyy4445

Lyrics:
Love and marriage, love and marriage
They go together like a horse and carriage
This I tell you, brother
You can't have one without the other
Love and marriage, love and marriage
It's an institute you can't disparage
Ask the local gentry
And they will say it's elementary
Try, try, try to separate them
It's an illusion
Try, try, try and you will only come
To this conclusion
Love and marriage, love and marriage
They go together like the horse and carriage
Dad was told by mother
"You can't have one, you can't have none
You can't have one without the other"
No sir



All comments from YouTube:

@Idekam20

I'd like to thank Married With Children for introducing me to this amazing song. I love Frank Sinatra.

@Rabbitzan

Same love it 😎👍💯

@robtru84

Too bad Frank Sinatra is not here to listen to his music or perform his music

@pkmnlover3812

was an awesome show

@nensondubois

English today is mostly devired from the back of a cereal box.

@ilyentiyyed9

hmm I actually first stumbled on this song and only then to the TV series

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@BasedBurrr

To any kid who grew up in the 90’s… these reruns late night instilled this theme song into my memory forever lol

@ashaay2gucci450

U know dis

@scottlarmore5038

Ugh…. Saw these when they weren’t reruns. F-ck I feel old 😂

@bobpietras7239

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