It's Up To You
Ricky/Rick Nelson Lyrics
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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
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
The song "It's Up To You" by Ricky Nelson is a classic love ballad that speaks to the uncertainty and vulnerability that often come with romantic relationships. The lyrics address the idea of leaving the decision of whether to pursue the relationship or not entirely up to the other person, stating that the singer has done everything they can and is now leaving it in the other's hands. The song is an admission of love and a plea for reciprocity, with the singer expressing that they would do anything to have the other person near and begging for their love in return.
The lyrics convey a sense of desperation as well as hope, as the singer lays all their cards on the table and declares themselves ready, willing, and able to love the other person faithfully. The repetition of the phrase "it's up to you" underscores the helplessness the singer feels in the situation, but also the respect they have for the other person's agency and autonomy. Ultimately, the song is a tender and honest expression of love, with a message that resonates with many people who have experienced the uncertainty and risk that come with opening oneself up to another.
Line by Line Meaning
It's up to you
The decision is in your hands now
Because I've done everything I can
I have tried my best already
I hope that you
I want you to
Will say that I'm your loving man
Express your love for me in return
Make up your mind
Decide what you really want
And do what you're gonna do
Take action accordingly
Well you know how I feel
My feelings are crystal clear to you
So I'm leaving it up to you
I trust you to make the right choice
It's all so clear
This situation is obvious and evident
That I would give everything I own
I am willing to give my all
To have you near
To be close to you
Never leave me all alone
Do not abandon me
I need your love
I cannot do without your affection
So, darling, please be fair
Please treat me justly
Let me know where I stand
Inform me of the status of our relationship
And I hope that you say you care
And I wish you confess your love for me
Well I've laid my cards on the table
I have been honest and open with you
And its oh so plain to see
The facts are obvious
That I'm ready, willing and able
I am fully prepared
To love you faithfully
To stay loyal and committed to you
No, it's not for me to say
Expressing my feelings is not enough
You love me too
I need to hear the same from you
Oh, but I hope you feel that way
However, I wish you reciprocate my feelings
Darling, it's up to you
It's up to you my beloved
Baby, it's up to you
The choice is yours, my dear
Darling, it's up to you
My love, the ball is in your court
Baby, it's up to you
You have to make the decision, honey
Darling. it's up to you
My sweetheart, the responsibility is yours
Baby, it's up to you
My love, you are in charge of the outcome
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Jerry Fuller
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