You Belong To Me
St. John & The Crew Lyrics


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Why'd you tell me this
While you look for my reaction
What do you need to know
Don't you know I'll always be the one
You don't have to prove to me you're beautiful to strangers
I've got lovin' eyes of my own
You belong to me
In this life
Anyone could tell
Any fool can see who you need
I know you all too well
You don't have to prove to me you're beautiful to strangers
I've got lovin' eyes and I can tell

You belong to me
Tell him you were foolin'
You belong to me
You belong to me




Tell him he's a stranger
You belong to me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to St. John & The Crew's song, "You Belong to Me," are a poignant and emotional testament to the depth of love the singer has for their beloved. The song opens with the singer questioning why their loved one has shared something personal with them, likely searching for a reaction to what they've said. The singer then assures their loved one that they will always be there for them, no matter what. They explain that their love is all-encompassing and they don't need to prove their beauty to anyone, including strangers. The singer acknowledges how well they know their partner and insists that their bond is unbreakable because they belong to each other in this lifetime.


The chorus is a simple yet powerful statement of ownership, with the singer claiming their partner as their own: "You belong to me // in this life // anyone could tell // any fool could see who you need // I know you all too well." The love between the two is so deep that it doesn't require outside validation, they know their bond is special and that is all that matters. The second verse is a call to action, with the singer urging their loved one to set the record straight if anyone questions their bond, assuring them once again that they belong together.



Line by Line Meaning

Why'd you tell me this
Why did you confide in me if you're just waiting for my reaction?


While you look for my reaction
You seem to be seeking approval or validation from me.


What do you need to know
What are you trying to uncover or understand?


Don't you know I'll always be the one
I will always be here for you and have your back.


You don't have to prove to me you're beautiful to strangers
You don't need to impress strangers or anyone else to be attractive.


I've got lovin' eyes of my own
I see the beauty in you without needing anyone else's confirmation.


You belong to me
You are mine, in a sense that I care and love for you deeply.


In this life
During our lifetime together.


Anyone could tell
Others can recognize it too.


Any fool can see who you need
Even someone foolish can see that you need my love.


I know you all too well
I understand your needs and wants intimately.


Tell him you were foolin'
Tell the other person that they were mistaken and you truly belong to me.


You belong to me
Reiterating that you belong with me, not anyone else.


Tell him he's a stranger
Let the other person know that they are foreign and not the one you belong with.


You belong to me
Emphasizing one last time that you are mine and no one else's.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Elvis Costello

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Blizzy

One of my favs

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