All the Way
Ronaldo do Canto e Mello Lyrics
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It's no good unless he loves you
All the way
Happy to be near you
When you need someone to cheer you
All the way
Taller than the tallest tree is
Deeper than the deep blue sea is
That's how deep it goes, if it's real
When somebody needs you
It's no good unless she needs you
All the way
Through the good or lean years
And for all the in between years,
come what may
Who know where the road will lead us
Only a fool would say
But if you'll let me love you
It's for sure I'm gonna love you
All the way, All the way
So if you'll let me love you
It's for sure I'm gonna love you
All the way, All the way
The song "All the Way" by Ronaldo do Canto e Mello is a love song that emphasizes the depth and commitment of true love. The lyrics suggest that love is not complete unless it is given "all the way," and that true love must be willing to ride out the ups and downs of life together. The song begins by stating that it is not enough for someone to simply love you - it must be "all the way" in order to truly count. The singer then goes on to explain that he is "happy" to be near his love anytime she needs cheering up, reinforcing the idea that being there for one another through all life's struggles is an essential part of love.
The middle section of the song uses metaphors to further emphasize the intensity of deep, meaningful love. The singer says that love should feel "taller than the tallest tree" and "deeper than the deep blue sea" in order to be real. This section suggests that love should be all-encompassing and unshakable, able to withstand anything that may come.
The final verses of the song follow a similar theme, stressing that love must be given "all the way" through all stages of life, including the "good or lean years" and everything in-between. The singer acknowledges that life's path is uncertain, but promises to love his partner completely and without reservation if she will let him. The repetition of the phrase "All the Way" throughout the song serves as a reminder of the central message: to truly love someone, you must be willing to give your love completely, without holding back.
Line by Line Meaning
When somebody loves you
When someone truly loves you
It's no good unless he loves you
Their love is meaningless unless it is wholehearted and unwavering
All the way
Completely and unconditionally
Happy to be near you
Being close to you brings joy and contentment
When you need someone to cheer you
When you feel down, they will uplift and support you
All the way
Without holding back or faltering
Taller than the tallest tree is
The depth of their love is immeasurable
That's how it's got to feel
This is how true love should be
Deeper than the deep blue sea is
Their love is vast and unexplored
That's how deep it goes, if it's real
Only genuine love can reach such depths
When somebody needs you
When someone truly depends on you
It's no good unless she needs you
Their reliance on you must be complete and unwavering
All the way
For every moment and aspect of their life
Through the good or lean years
In times of prosperity or hardship
And for all the in between years,
Including every moment in between
come what may
Regardless of what obstacles arise
Who know where the road will lead us
The future is uncertain
Only a fool would say
Predicting the future is foolish
But if you'll let me love you
If you allow me to love you
It's for sure I'm gonna love you
I will definitely love you
All the way, All the way
With complete devotion and commitment
So if you'll let me love you
If you agree to my love
It's for sure I'm gonna love you
My love will be unwavering
All the way, All the way
With complete devotion and commitment
Writer(s): Sammy Cahn, James van Heusen
Contributed by Jonathan F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.