That's All
Sarah Vaughan & Quincy Jones Lyrics
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And a promise to be near each time you call
And the only heart I own for you and you alone
That's all
That's all
I can only give you country walks in springtime
And a love whose burning light will warm the winter night
That's all
That's all
There are those, I am sure, who have told you
They would give you the world for a toy
All I have are these arms to enfold you
And a love time can never destroy
If you're wondering what I'm asking in return, dear
You'll be glad to know that my demands are small
Say it's me that you'll adore for now and ever more
That's all
That's all
If you're wondering what I'm asking in return, dear
You'll be glad to know that my demands are small
Say it's me that you'll adore for now and ever more
That's all
That's all
The lyrics to Sarah Vaughan's song "That's All" express the limitations of the singer's abilities to offer love and affection to someone. The first verse suggests that the only things the singer can offer are love that will last forever and promise to be there whenever the person calls. The singer also mentions that they only have one heart which belongs to the person they love. The second verse continues with the same idea of being limited in what they can provide. The singer speaks of only being able to offer simple pleasures like walking in the countryside, holding hands in autumn, and a love that will keep the person warm in the coldest winter nights. The chorus repeats the phrase "That's all" which emphasizes the idea that the singer's love is simple, yet sincere.
The bridge of the song shifts the focus to what the singer is not offering, as compared to what others might have promised to offer. There are those who might have promised the world to the person they love, but the singer only has their arms to enfold the person and love that can never be destroyed by time. The last verse is a request for a reciprocal response to their love. The singer asks for the person to say that they adore the singer and will continue to do so forever. The song is not about grand gestures or material possessions but about the simple and genuine love that the singer can offer.
Line by Line Meaning
I can only give you love that lasts forever
The love I give you is not temporary, but everlasting and enduring.
And a promise to be near each time you call
I vow always to be there when you need me or want me around.
And the only heart I own for you and you alone
My heart belongs solely to you, and only you.
That's all
That is the extent of what I can offer you.
I can only give you country walks in springtime
I can offer you simple pleasures like walking in nature during a beautiful season.
And a hand to hold when leaves begin to fall
I'll be there for you even during the hardest parts of life when things start to fade away.
And a love whose burning light will warm the winter night
My adoration for you will keep you comforted during the coldest and darkest of times.
There are those, I am sure, who have told you
I know there may have been other people who have made bold promises to you before.
They would give you the world for a toy
These people likely claimed they could give you the world, but perhaps only as if it were a temporary trifle for them.
All I have are these arms to enfold you
I offer nothing grandiose, but simply two arms to embrace you.
And a love time can never destroy
Not just a fleeting love, but a strong love that no challenges can tarnish.
If you're wondering what I'm asking in return, dear
You may be curious what I hope to gain from this exchange, my dear.
You'll be glad to know that my demands are small
I'm not asking for much in return for everything I'm offering you.
Say it's me that you'll adore for now and ever more
All I hope for in our relationship is that you promise to cherish and revere me both now and for eternity.
That's all
And once again, that's the sum of my requests and the entirety of what I can give.
If you're wondering what I'm asking in return, dear
You may be curious what I hope to gain from this exchange, my dear.
You'll be glad to know that my demands are small
I'm not asking for much in return for everything I'm offering you.
Say it's me that you'll adore for now and ever more
All I hope for in our relationship is that you promise to cherish and revere me both now and for eternity.
That's all
And once again, that's the sum of my requests and the entirety of what I can give.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ROBIN SPIELBERG, BOB HAYMES, ALAN BRANDT
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@rconnor9966
This song has the ability to transfer you to another place that's beautiful and elevating.
@chrisofmelbourne87
It is agree. Wowww! So beautiful and timeless.
@KarenFreid
A gorgeous song I just heard only yesterday and had to look it up on youtube. I was at a street fair in NYC and I followed the sound of it being played on a tenor sax by an elderly gentlemen--great jazz musician--who told me the name. Hearing in sung by the inimitable Sarah Vaughn is such a wonderful treat.
@watercolornyc
A street fair in New York...you cannot imagine in Oct. 2020 how i miss the simple joy of a crowded summer street fair. When will NYC be NYC again?
@turtle6157
in two days i am singing this song for our jazz band festival wish me luck
@lisaramirez7834
I learned about this song from the movie The wedding singer with Adam Sandler and it’s been a favorite song of mine ever since.😀
@aleyachan9859
This will be the song my husband and I will dance to!🥰🥰🥰
@leelee67757
Beautiful voice. Beautiful song.
@donaldwarren463
I heard Robert Conrad sing this !!! I just had to hear this Wonderful Version ..
@kingbee1500
Sarah Vaughan singing "That's All..." produced by Quincy Jones? Lord, take me now (after I play it a few times)-I have heard the BEST now!