Love Is the Sweetest Thing
Richard Himber and his Orchestra Lyrics


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Love is the sweetest thing
What else on earth could ever bring
Such happiness to ev'rything
As Love's old story.

Love is the strangest thing
No song of birds upon the wing
Shall in our hearts more sweetly sing
Than Love's old story.

Whatever heart may desire
Whatever fate may send
This is the tale that never will tire.
This is the song without end.

Love is the greatest thing
The oldest yet, the latest thing




I only hope that fate may bring
Love's story to you.

Overall Meaning

The song “Love Is The Sweetest Thing” by Richard Himber and his Orchestra is an ode to love and its ability to bring happiness and joy to everything it touches. The first verse speaks to the overwhelming positivity that love can bring, and how it is one of the few things on this earth that can bring such bliss. The second verse speaks to the mysterious nature of love, with no song of birds being able to compare to it. The third verse drives home the idea that no matter what happens in life, love will always be the thing that people desire and turn to for comfort. The final verse is a message of hope, wishing that everyone may experience the joy of love’s story.


The song’s message is one that has resonated with people for over 90 years since its release in 1932. The melody and lyrics have been performed and covered by countless artists over the years, including Bing Crosby and Nat King Cole. The song’s longevity can be attributed to its timeless message, reminding listeners that love is a powerful and transformative force that can bring happiness to all who experience it. The lyrics are relatable and heartfelt, and the melody is catchy and memorable, making it a true classic.


Line by Line Meaning

Love is the sweetest thing
Love is the most pleasant and gratifying feeling in the world


What else on earth could ever bring
Nothing else in the world can bring as much joy and contentment as Love


Such happiness to ev'rything
Love has the power to spread joy and happiness to every aspect of life


As Love's old story.
The tales of Love, throughout history, have been nothing but happy and delightful


Love is the strangest thing
Love can be mysterious and unpredictable at times


No song of birds upon the wing
Even the sweetest songs of birds cannot match the joy that Love brings


Shall in our hearts more sweetly sing
Love is the most pleasant and captivating melody that can play in our hearts


Than Love's old story.
The stories of Love, no matter how old, have always been the most charming and fascinating


Whatever heart may desire
No matter what our heart desires, Love is always the answer


Whatever fate may send
No matter what circumstances fate may bring, Love can conquer all


This is the tale that never will tire.
The story of Love is timeless and never gets old


This is the song without end.
Love is a never-ending symphony that continues to play on


Love is the greatest thing
Love is the most significant and valuable feeling in the world


The oldest yet, the latest thing
Love has been around since the beginning of time, yet it is still the most modern and relevant emotion


I only hope that fate may bring
I wish for everyone to experience the beauty and wonder of Love's story


Love's story to you.
May you be blessed with the sweetness and magic of Love in your life




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Ray Noble

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