I Keep On Lovin' You
Reba McEntire Lyrics


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Love takes the patience of Job
That's what my Mama always said
Faith is the belief in something more than what you know
That's what the Good Book says
You gotta play the cards you got
Who knows what fate is holding
At times you gotta go without knowing where you're going
That's why I keep on lovin' you
I keep on lovin' you
Through the baby don't leave mes
And never will agains
And I promise tos
I keep on lovin' you

Lord knows we've had our share of fights
Our sleepless nights, our ups and downs
We've had plenty and then some of baby I'm gones and turnarounds
Sometimes I swear it might be easier to throw in the towel
Someday we're gonna look back
Say look at us now

That's why I keep on lovin' you
I keep on lovin' you
Through the baby don't leave mes
And never will agains
And I promise tos
I keep on lovin' you

Keep on lovin' you
Through the I take it backs
I didn't mean it like that's
I'd never hurt yous
Oh, I keep on lovin' you

I keep on lovin' you
I keep on lovin' you
Through the I take it backs
I didn't mean it like that
I'd never hurt yous
Oh, I keep on lovin' you




I keep on lovin' you
I keep on lovin' you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Reba McEntire's song "I Keep On Lovin' You" are about the dedication and perseverance it takes to maintain a long-term relationship. Love, according to the song, requires the patience of Job and faith in something greater than what one can see. The singer advises that people should "play the cards" they've been dealt in life, even if they don't know where those cards will take them. She has experienced fights, breakups, and tough times in her relationship but she continues to love her partner through it all. The song is a testament to the power of love and the fact that it can endure even the most trying of circumstances.


The chorus of the song includes the repeated line, "I keep on lovin' you," which underscores the central idea of the song. The singer promises to love her partner through the times when he says, "baby don't leave me," through the times when he "never will again," and through the times when he says "I promise to." She promises to love him through all of his mistakes, including the moments when he says "I take it back," "I didn't mean it like that," and "I'd never hurt you." The lyrics suggest that this type of perseverance in love is admirable and worth striving for.


Line by Line Meaning

Love takes the patience of Job
Love is not always easy or immediate, but requires perseverance and endurance like the biblical figure Job.


That's what my Mama always said
This is a lesson that was instilled in the singer from a young age by her mother.


Faith is the belief in something more than what you know
Having faith means trusting in something beyond your own knowledge or understanding, as taught by religious texts.


That's what the Good Book says
This is a tenet reinforced by the Bible.


You gotta play the cards you got
Life is unpredictable and there are things we cannot control, but we must make the best of the hand we are dealt.


Who knows what fate is holding
The future is uncertain and anything can happen.


At times you gotta go without knowing where you're going
There will be times when we must make choices or take risks without certainty or guidance.


That's why I keep on lovin' you
Despite challenges and uncertainties, the singer chooses to continue loving her partner.


Through the baby don't leave mes
Even when the relationship hits rough patches or the threat of breakup arises.


And never will agains
Even after mistakes or miscommunications that may have led to previous breakups.


And I promise tos
The singer is committed to her partner and vows to continue loving them.


Lord knows we've had our share of fights
The couple has experienced conflict and discord in their relationship.


Our sleepless nights, our ups and downs
These issues have caused stress and turmoil in their lives.


We've had plenty and then some of baby I'm gones and turnarounds
The relationship has experienced its fair share of dramatic breakups and reconciliations.


Sometimes I swear it might be easier to throw in the towel
The singer has considered giving up on the relationship at times due to its difficulties.


Someday we're gonna look back
In the future, the couple will reflect on their relationship.


Say look at us now
In retrospect, they will be proud of how far they have come and what they have achieved as a couple.


Through the I take it backs
Even after hurtful words or actions that the singer regrets and wishes to take back.


I didn't mean it like that's
Sometimes, communication breakdowns or misunderstandings can lead to unintended hurt or conflict.


I'd never hurt yous
The singer reassures her partner that she would never intentionally cause them harm or pain.


Oh, I keep on lovin' you
The singer reiterates her commitment and devotion to her partner, despite any challenges or obstacles they may face.


I keep on lovin' you
The singer concludes by emphasizing her unwavering love for her partner, which persists through all circumstances and difficulties.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: RONNIE DUNN, TERRY MCBRIDE

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I Keep on Lovin' You

Reba McEntire

Love takes the patience of Job
That's what my Mama always said
Faith is the belief in something more than what you know
That's what the Good Book says
You gotta play the cards you got
Who knows what fate is holding
At times you gotta go without knowing where you're going

That's why I keep on lovin' you
I keep on lovin' you
Through the baby don't leave mes
And never will agains
And I promise tos
I keep on lovin' you

Lord knows we've had our share of fights
Our sleepless nights, our ups and downs
We've had plenty and then some of baby I'm gones and turnarounds
Sometimes I swear it might be easier to throw in the towel
Someday we're gonna look back
And say look at us now

That's why I keep on lovin' you
I keep on lovin' you
Through the baby don't leave mes
And never will agains
And I promise tos
I keep on lovin' you

Keep on lovin' you
Through the I take it backs
I didn't mean it like thats
I'd never hurt yous
Oh, I keep on lovin' you

Oh, I keep on lovin' you
I keep on lovin' you
Through the baby don't leave mes
And never will agains
And I promise tos
I keep on lovin' you
I keep on lovin' you
Through the I take it backs
I didn't mean it like thats
I'd never hurt yous
Oh, I keep on lovin' you
I keep on lovin' you
I keep on lovin' you

Songwriters: Ronnie Dunn / Terry Mcbride

I Keep on Lovin' You lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., BMG Rights Management

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Love takes the patience of Job
That's what my Mama always said
Faith is the belief in something more than what you know
That's what the Good Book says
You gotta play the cards you got
Who knows what fate is holding
At times you gotta go without knowing where you're going

That's why I keep on lovin' you
I keep on lovin' you
Through the baby don't leave mes
And never will agains
And I promise tos
I keep on lovin' you

Lord knows we've had our share of fights
Our sleepless nights, our ups and downs
We've had plenty and then some of baby I'm gones and turnarounds
Sometimes I swear it might be easier to throw in the towel
Someday we're gonna look back
Say look at us now

That's why I keep on lovin' you
I keep on lovin' you
Through the baby don't leave mes
And never will agains
And I promise tos
I keep on lovin' you

Keep on lovin' you
Through the I take it backs
I didn't mean it like that's
I'd never hurt yous
Oh, I keep on lovin' you

I keep on lovin' you
I keep on lovin' you
Through the I take it backs
I didn't mean it like that
I'd never hurt yous
Oh, I keep on lovin' you
I keep on lovin' you
I keep on lovin' you



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BoredTrucker52

This was my wedding song and the song of our marriage. Divorced 5 years now and tonight is the first time I had the courage to listen to it. And tears flowed loving a Narcissist was hard but I loved her with everything I had it just wasn't enough

BoredTrucker52

@Ashley it's a nightmare am I right

Carla Chandler

I’ve been married 37 years in dec we never had a song we never danced.

Mandy Patrowic

I never been married but I been engaged and went thru a lot with a narcissist ever since I got out that relationship I been a single mom since

Paula Bean

Marriage can be a battle… it’s hard at times. Your mate can be your best friend or your worst enemy. I pray for the ones in the difficult marriages….remember there’s always a way out.

Jenni Burton

Me too. He was horrible

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Katherine Stanley-Anderson

REBA is Queen of Country!! Been a fan for over 20yrs, started as a little girl belting out FANCY with her while doing chores. I LOVE YOU REBA! I remember thinking that at our "first dance" I was going to break down & get choked up (not be able to sing it to my husband) because everytime I hear it even now it happens, BUT FOR THAT ONE MOMENT IN TIME I WAS ABLE TO MAKE IT THROUGH SINGING WITH A GREAT BIG SMILE!!! Thanks Reba for the decades of great music, you've touched this country girls soul!

325beachbum

REBA..you never cease to amaze me...Your music has brought me through some of my darkest hours...Listening to the words of your songs is like living my own life through your music...thank you! thank you!thank you!!!!!

theuninvited1944

What a great song by Reba McEntire in tribute to the importance of love in the institution of marriage.Her songs always come from the heart,and the belief in the values that made this country great.I never get tired of hearing this Lady sing.

Jason Lynch

Oh she’s my favorite artist I love her songs so much

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