The Bodyguard
Royal Philharmonic Orchestra Lyrics


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If I should stay
Well, I would only be in your way
And so I'll go, but yet I know
That I'll think of you each step of my way
And I will always love you
I will always love you
Bitter-sweet memories
That's all I have, and all I'm taking with me
Good-bye, oh, please don't cry
Cause we both know that I'm not
What you need

I will always love you
I will always love you

And I hope life, will treat you kind
And I hope that you have all
That you ever dreamed of
Oh, I do wish you joy
And I wish you happiness
But above all this
I wish you love
I love you, I will always love

I, I will always, always love you
I will always love you




I will always love you
I will always love you

Overall Meaning

The song "I Will Always Love You" is a heartbreaking ballad that speaks of a love that had to end. It starts off with the singer acknowledging that staying with the person she loves would only be a hindrance to them, and so she has decided to leave. However, she can't help but think of this person every step of her way, and despite the pain she's feeling, she assures them that she'll always love them. The line "I will always love you" is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing that her love for this person will never fade, even if they are no longer together.


The second verse acknowledges the bittersweet memories that will accompany the singer wherever she goes. She knows that these memories are all she has left of this relationship and that they will stay with her forever. The singer then bids her lover farewell, asking them not to cry because leaving is what's best for both of them. In the final verse, the singer expresses her hopes for her lover's future, wishing them happiness and love, even if they no longer share it with each other.


Overall, the song is a testament to the enduring nature of love, even after heartbreak and separation. It's a reminder that sometimes, the most loving thing we can do is to let go.


Line by Line Meaning

If I should stay
In the event that I decide to remain here


Well, I would only be in your way
My presence will be an obstacle in your path


And so I'll go, but yet I know
Even though I have to leave, I recognize


That I'll think of you each step of my way
I will have you in my thoughts with every step I take


And I will always love you
My emotional attachment to you will never wane


Bitter-sweet memories
Recollections causing both pain and pleasure


That's all I have, and all I'm taking with me
My memories are my sole possession as I depart


Good-bye, oh, please don't cry
Farewell, and I implore you not to weep


Cause we both know that I'm not
Because we both understand that I am not


What you need
The partner you require


And I hope life, will treat you kind
I pray the future treats you with compassion


And I hope that you have all
I desire that you have everything


That you ever dreamed of
You have ever desired


Oh, I do wish you joy
I long for you to experience delight


And I wish you happiness
I aspire for you to feel contentment


But above all this
Especially more than everything mentioned so far


I wish you love
I wish affection and love for you


I love you, I will always love
I possess love for you, a feeling that will never falter


I, I will always, always love you
I will adore you incessantly


I will always love you
My love for you is eternal


I will always love you
My love for you will forever continue


I will always love you
My devotion to you is perpetual




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Dolly Parton

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@dhowwone7081

If I should stay
I would only be in your way
So I'll go, but I know
I'll think of you each step of the way
And I will always love you
I will always love you
Bittersweet memories
That's all I'm taking with me
Goodbye, please don't cry
We both know that I'm not what you need
But I will always love you
I will always love you
I hope life treats you kind
And I hope that you have all
That you ever dreamed of
And I wish you joy and happiness
But above all of this, I wish you love
And I will always love you
I will always love you
I will always love you



All comments from YouTube:

@MeganAnimalLover

I didn't think anyone could sing this song as as good as Whitney Huston, but I was wrong... What a beautiful performance...

@PenskyMaterial

Even as a proud dane i would say whitneys is a hard act to follow. Her version is slightly better imo

@MeganAnimalLover

I will do that. Thank you.

@christopherrichards4277

Sorry I had to disagree, I hated the Huston version, no feeling in it at all, and she tried to do the same. Still only one version with feeling Dolly.

@mortenmj

It's a Dolly Parton song...

@andyl5134

I'm not sure anyone could ever top Whitney, but Andrea gives an absolutely fantastic performance nonetheless

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@nordicson2835

Absolutely perfect , thank you all for your talent , hard work to get there and your performances that bring joy to so many people.

@Koncerthuset

Our pleasure!

@bukanultraman789

Yes, you're right.

@JH-yg5oo

She has an amazing voice. She did this song justice and she sang it as well as Whitney Houston.

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