Here Is Love
Ron and Shelly Hamilton Lyrics
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Not for a year but ever and a day
The radio and the telephone and the movies that we know
May just be passing fancies and in time may go
But oh, my dear, our love is here to stay
Together we're going a long, long way
In time the Rockies may crumble, Gibraltar may tumble
But our love is here to stay
In time the Rockies may crumble, Gibraltar may tumble
They're only made of clay
But our love is here to stay
The song "Here Is Love" by Ron and Shelly Hamilton is a beautiful ode to everlasting love. The first verse begins with the assertion that their love is not just a passing fancy, but something that is here to stay, not just for a year but forever. They draw a contrast between the ephemeral nature of pop culture references like the radio, telephone and movies and the enduring quality of their love. These things may come and go, but their love is an unchanging constant.
The second verse reinforces this message, stating that they are going to be together for a long time, no matter what the future may bring. There is a beautiful metaphor here, with the imagery of two people traversing a path through life, hand in hand, steadily moving forward. The lines "In time the Rockies may crumble, Gibraltar may tumble, They're only made of clay, But our love is here to stay" are particularly poignant, as they express that even the most solid and permanent things, like mountains and rock formations, may eventually erode and disappear, but their love will persist.
Overall, "Here Is Love" is a touching tribute to the power of love to overcome the transience of life. It celebrates the joy found in the experience of love that is deep, abiding, and everlasting.
Line by Line Meaning
It's very clear, our love is here to stay
Our love is strong and everlasting.
Not for a year but ever and a day
Our love will last forever, not just a short period of time.
The radio and the telephone and the movies that we know
The things that distract us and entertain us may come and go.
May just be passing fancies and in time may go
They are temporary and will eventually fade away.
But oh, my dear, our love is here to stay
Despite the passing of things, our love will remain constant.
Together we're going a long, long way
Our love will endure for a very long time.
In time the Rockies may crumble, Gibraltar may tumble
Even the strongest and most durable things may eventually fall apart.
They're only made of clay
Everything is temporary and will eventually break down or decay.
But our love is here to stay
Our love is unbreakable and will last forever.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: George Gershwin, Ira Gershwin
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@andrejohn9104
GREAT song!
@jxlloyd
Very nice choral arrangement with a very powerful message. Lloyd
@Birdiej89
very nice!
@MariaGray14
@BroBourne Amen!
@stratostryker
Thank you -so- much for uploading this song! I've sung this in my church's choir a few times and it's one of my favorites! I sang along (couldn't resist; I love the bass' part ^^) until 2:52. That part made me cry and I'm not ashamed to admit it. My voice caught and everything. It's just so powerful! Definitely one of Ron Hamilton's best. :)
@darylldajac7743
stratostryker . is it available online to be bought? the sheet music?
@aljie17
i really like this song it makes me be thankful for knowing God's sacrifice for the redemption of my soul.Thank you for uploading,can I ask for the music piece/sheet for this song?Thanks.....
@wendyjos.householder333
This is beautiful! I would love to know who wrote it and who is singing it!
@efjs1205
beautiful song... I enjoy hearing it. Very good words. Can I get anywhere the sheet music of this song?
@chanise21
Wendyjo S. Householder. This is written by Ron and Shelly Hamilton and its sung by his choir. I don't know the name of the choir.