It's Up To You
Rick Nelson Lyrics

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It's up to you
Because I've done everything I can
I hope that you
Will say that I'm your loving man

Make up your mind
And do what you're gonna do
Well you know how I feel

So I'm leaving it up to you

It's all so clear
That I would give everything I own
To have you near
Never leave me all alone

I need your love
So, darling, please be fair
Let me know where I stand
And I hope that you say you care

Well I've laid my cards on the table
And its oh so plain to see
That I'm ready, willing and able
To love you faithfully

It's up to you
No, it's not for me to say
You love me too
Oh, but I hope you feel that way

Make up your mind
And do what you're gonna do
Well you know how I feel
So I'm leaving it up to you

Make up your mind
And do what you're gonna do
Well you know how I feel
So I'm leaving it up to you

It's up to you
Darling, it's up to you
Baby, it's up to you
Darling, it's up to you
Baby, it's up to you

Darling. it's up to you
Baby, it's up to you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Rick Nelson's song "It's Up To You" convey a sense of longing for a love that is uncertain and unrequited. The singer has done everything in his power to show the person they love how much they care, but ultimately it's up to the other person to decide whether they want to reciprocate those feelings.

The opening line "It's up to you, because I've done everything I can" sets the tone for the rest of the song. It's a recognition that sometimes in love, no matter how hard we try or how much we want something, we can't make the other person feel the same way. The singer hopes that their efforts will be acknowledged, but also realizes that it may not be enough.

Throughout the song, the singer pleads with the other person to make up their mind and be truthful about their feelings. They want to know where they stand and if there is any chance for a future together. The chorus repeats the sentiment that it's up to the other person to decide, and the song ends on a hopeful but uncertain note.

Overall, "It's Up To You" is a poignant and relatable depiction of the complexity and vulnerability of love, and the frustration of not being able to control another person's emotions.

Line by Line Meaning

It's up to you
Ultimately, the decision is yours to make

Because I've done everything I can
I have exhausted all efforts and done all that I am capable of doing

I hope that you
I desire for you to

Will say that I'm your loving man
Express your love for me and claim me as your partner

Make up your mind
Choose and decide

And do what you're gonna do
Take the necessary action

Well you know how I feel
You understand my emotions and desires

So I'm leaving it up to you
I am leaving the decision and action in your hands

It's all so clear
It is very obvious

That I would give everything I own
I am willing to sacrifice all that I possess

To have you near
To be close to you