The hit songs "Do It Baby" and Love Machine (written by Billy Griffin & Pete Moore) were performed by Billy Griffin as the lead singer after the departure of original founder member Smokey Robinson.
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If This World Were Mine
Smokey Robinson and The Miracles Lyrics
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All that I own; you've been so good to me
If this world were mine
I'd give you the flowers, the birds and the bees
For with your love inside me, that would be all I need
If this world were mine
I'd give you anything
With wealth untold, you could have anything
If this world were mine
I'd give you each day so sunny and blue
If you wanted the moonlight, I'd give you that too
If this world were mine
I'd give you anything
Oh baby, you're my consolation
And there's no hesitation
When you want me, honey, just call me
And honey, you're my inspiration
And there's so much sensation
When I'm in your arms, when you squeeze me
And the sky would be blue
As long as you're lovin' me
With you here in my arms
Life is so wonderful
Give me pretty lovin', baby
Give me pretty lovin', honey
Keep on lovin' me
You know I need you, baby
Really, really need you, baby
The song "If This World Were Mine" by Smokey Robinson and The Miracles is a romantic ballad about a man who is head over heels in love with his partner. The lyrics express the depth of the singer's emotions and his desire to give everything to his significant other. He would place everything he owns at their feet, including the flowers, birds, and bees, just to have their love inside him. If he could, he would make his lover a king with wealth untold, and he would provide them with everything they desire, including sunny days and moonlight.
Throughout the song, it becomes apparent that the singer's partner is his everything. They are his inspiration and the reason for his existence. He would do anything to make them happy, and their love makes life so wonderful. The repetition of "If this world were mine" emphasizes the extent of the singer's love and commitment to his partner.
Overall, the song is a beautiful expression of love that showcases the unbridled passion and devotion of the singer. It highlights the joys of being in love and the happiness that comes from caring for another person deeply.
Line by Line Meaning
If this world were mine, I'd place at your feet
If I owned this world, I would give it to you because you have been good to me.
All that I own; you've been so good to me
I would give you everything that I own because of your good behavior.
I'd give you the flowers, the birds and the bees
With your love, I would give you all the amazing things this world has to offer: nature, birds, and animals.
For with your love inside me, that would be all I need
I would be content with just your love, and everything else in the world would be unimportant.
If this world were mine, I'd give you anything
I would give you anything in the world because you are so special to me.
If this world were mine, I'd make you a king
If I ruled the world, I would make you royalty because you deserve the best in life.
With wealth untold, you could have anything
I would provide you with endless riches so that you could have everything that you desire.
I'd give you each day so sunny and blue
I would give you the perfect life and make every day sunny and blue for you.
If you wanted the moonlight, I'd give you that too
I would do anything for you, even if it meant getting you the impossible, like the moonlight.
Oh baby, you're my consolation
You are my solace, my comfort, and my support.
And there's no hesitation
I never have to think twice when it comes to loving you.
When you want me, honey, just call me
Whenever you need me, I am always here for you.
And honey, you're my inspiration
You are my muse, my reason for dreaming big and reaching for the best things in life.
And there's so much sensation
I feel so much when I'm with you- love, joy, and happiness.
When I'm in your arms, when you squeeze me
You make me feel safe and loved when you hold me in your arms.
And the sky would be blue
The world around us would be perfect as long as we have each other's love.
As long as you're lovin' me
As long as you love me, everything in life is beautiful and amazing.
With you here in my arms
Being close to you brings me comfort, and being in your arms is where I belong.
Life is so wonderful
With you in my life, everything is wonderful.
Give me pretty lovin', baby
Show me affection and care, my love.
Give me pretty lovin', honey
I want you to love me and care for me like honey.
Keep on lovin' me
Never stop loving me because I need you forever.
You know I need you, baby
I cannot live without you, my love.
Really, really need you, baby
I need you more than anything else in this world.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MARVIN GAYE, MARVIN P GAYE
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