That's All
Ray Brown Lyrics


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I can only give you love that lasts forever,
And the promise to be near each time you call,
And the only heart I own is yours and yours alone, that's all, that's all.
I can only give you country walks in springtime,
And a hand to hold when leaves begin to fall,
And a love whose burning light to warm the winter night, that's all, that's all.
There are those I am sure who have told you,
They will give you the world for a toy.
All I ask for these arms to enfold you, and a love, time can never destroy.
If you're wond'ring what I'm asking in return, dear,




You'll be glad to know that my demands are small.
Say it's me that you'll adore for now and ever more, that's all, that's all.

Overall Meaning

The song "That's All" by Ray Brown is a romantic ballad that expresses the singer's undying love and devotion to his beloved. The lyrics suggest that the singer is aware of his limitations in terms of what he can offer, but promises to give his love endlessly. The first verse conveys the idea that the singer's love is eternal and that he will always be there for his partner. The second verse portrays the singer's willingness to go on long walks in spring and provide comfort during the colder months. The lyrics in the bridge indicate that while others may promise extravagant things, the singer only asks for a chance to love and care for his partner.


The overall mood of the song is deeply romantic and sentimental. The instrumentation is minimal, consisting only of a piano and bass, which emphasizes the intimacy of the lyrics. The song is a classic example of a love ballad and has been covered by several artists over the years. The lyrics, though simple, are deeply emotive and speak to the universal desire for love and companionship.


Line by Line Meaning

I can only give you love that lasts forever,
I can offer you a love that will never end or falter.


And the promise to be near each time you call,
I vow to be there for you whenever you need me, at any moment.


And the only heart I own is yours and yours alone, that's all, that's all.
My heart belongs to you, and you alone; there is no other love in my life.


I can only give you country walks in springtime,
I can take you on strolls along picturesque paths during the spring season.


And a hand to hold when leaves begin to fall,
I will be by your side to offer comfort during autumn as the leaves change colors and fall.


And a love whose burning light to warm the winter night, that's all, that's all.
My love for you is a bright and radiant flame, which will keep you warm on cold winter nights.


There are those I am sure who have told you,
I know that others may have made grand promises to you.


They will give you the world for a toy.
They might have offered you incredible things, trivializing them as mere toys.


All I ask for these arms to enfold you, and a love, time can never destroy.
All I want is to be able to hold you closely, and to share a love that is enduring, that nothing can ever break.


If you're wond'ring what I'm asking in return, dear,
If you are unsure of what I want from you in exchange, my love,


You'll be glad to know that my demands are small.
I have very simple requests and expectations.


Say it's me that you'll adore for now and ever more, that's all, that's all.
All I want is for you to love and cherish me, now and forever; nothing else in the world matters as much as that.




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BOB HAYMES

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@innate83

I just discovered Ray Brown this afternoon. My life is changed for the better.

@stackofiasco5591

Brother now me too!!

@bronson8062

One of my favorite songs of all time

@juliendelbrouck4776

So beautiful ! That's all !
I discover a new drummer : "Gerrick King".
I appreciate again the soft touch of Gene Harris and the swing of Ray Brown ! So thanks a lot for posting !

@TonyRazzano

A combo of PURE GENIOUS<<<They;re with GOD Now,,R.I.P. Brothers<<<<<<

@igorsniager488

beautiful song played so precise love it

@HankDwayneMatray

I can't wait to get this on vinyl. Delivery sould be at the end of december '14. Love this great bassist and pianist.

@peter93500

Magnifique...

@maeviac30

found it on last! love it!

@iwishyourlove46

Excelente Gene Harris, me hizo recordar a Oscar Peterson, algo tiene de su estilo...

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