Limelight
Ron Goodwin Lyrics


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I would walk behind you
on your wedding day
and I'll hear you promise to love and obey
Though you may forget me you're still on my mind
Look over your shoulder I'm walking behind

Maybe I'll kiss again with a love that is new
That I shall wish again I was kissing you
Cos I always love you wherever you row
We could have been happy like Dabby and Joe
So if things go





Unkind look over your shoulder I'm walking behind

Overall Meaning

The Theme from Limelight is a song that is melancholic in tone, and in a sense, functions as a farewell that is intertwined by regret and wistfulness. The song is composed by Ron Goodwin, and the lyrics above are sung in the latter half of the composition. The singer of the song conveys his desire to be part of the wedding ceremony of the person he loves, and in doing so acknowledges that the individual may not reciprocate his sentiment. The singer's love for the individual is so profound that he is willing to let go of his own feelings for the other person's happiness. Still, he hints at the pain of separation that the act of letting go would entail, and at the same time, he acknowledges that he would continue to care and look after the individual.


The singer's declaration of his love is weighted by the sense of regret at missed opportunities, both for romance and for friendship. It is clear that the relationship between the two individuals has not progressed to a point where they would be together at the wedding. The singer holds on to the possibility that the other person may look back and acknowledge him despite their differences. Ultimately, the song is about the bittersweet feelings that arise when one harbors strong emotions for someone who does not feel the same way, and the bravery that comes with acknowledging this fact.


Line by Line Meaning

I would walk behind you
I would support you through thick and thin, now and forever


on your wedding day
on the day you tie the knot and pledge your love to another


and I'll hear you promise to love and obey
I will be present to witness you make your vows of love and devotion


Though you may forget me you're still on my mind
Even if you forget me, I will always remember and cherish our memories


Look over your shoulder I'm walking behind
I will always be there, watching over you and supporting you in every way possible


Maybe I'll kiss again with a love that is new
Perhaps I will find someone new to love and share my life with


That I shall wish again I was kissing you
But deep down, I will always yearn for your love and affection


Cos I always love you wherever you row
Because no matter where life takes you and what you do, I will always love you


We could have been happy like Dabby and Joe
We had the potential to be happy like the famous fictional couple, Dabby and Joe


So if things go unkind look over your shoulder I'm walking behind
If life gets tough and you need someone to lean on, just remember that I am always here for you




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Written by: BILLY REID

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