When I Fall in Love
Stanley Black & His Orchestra Lyrics
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Maybe I am living in the past
But when I meet the right one
I know that I'll be true
My first love will be the last
When I fall in love it will be forever
Or I'll never fall in love
Love is ended before it began
And too many moonlight kisses
Seem to cool in the warmth of the sun
When I give my heart it will be completely
Or I'll never, never, never give my heart
And the moment I can feel that you feel that way too
Is when I give my heart to you
And the moment I can feel that you feel that way too
Is when I give my heart to you
The lyrics of Stanley Black and His Orchestra's song "When I Fall in Love" express a sense of old-fashioned romanticism and a desire for a lasting, true love. The singer acknowledges that they may be seen as old-fashioned for holding onto these beliefs, but they believe in finding the right person and being faithful to them forever. They understand that in a world full of restlessness and fleeting romances, love often ends before it even begins. The lyrics suggest that too many superficial kisses and fleeting moments of passion become insignificant when confronted with the reality of the harsh light of day.
For the singer, falling in love is not a casual or temporary affair. When they do give their heart, it will be completely and with unwavering commitment. They understand that true love requires reciprocity, and the moment they can sense that the other person feels the same way, they are ready to open themselves up and give their heart to them fully.
Overall, the lyrics of "When I Fall in Love" convey a longing for a deep, meaningful love that stands the test of time and transcends the transient nature of modern relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
Maybe I'm old fashioned, feeling as I do
Perhaps I have a traditional mindset, considering my emotions
Maybe I am living in the past
Maybe I cling to old-fashioned values
But when I meet the right one
However, when I encounter the perfect person
I know that I'll be true
I have complete certainty that I will remain faithful
My first love will be the last
The first person I deeply love will be my eternal love
When I fall in love it will be forever
When I experience love, it will be an everlasting connection
Or I'll never fall in love
Otherwise, I will never let myself fall in love
In a restless world like this is
In a constantly changing world like the present
Love is ended before it began
Love often ends prematurely, even before it has a chance to flourish
And too many moonlight kisses
And numerous romantic moments
Seem to cool in the warmth of the sun
Appear to lose their passion in the light of day
When I give my heart it will be completely
When I choose to open my heart, it will be wholeheartedly
Or I'll never, never, never give my heart
Otherwise, I will guard my heart and never let it be vulnerable
And the moment I can feel that you feel that way too
And the instant I sense that you reciprocate those emotions
Is when I give my heart to you
That's when I fully commit my heart to you
And the moment I can feel that you feel that way too
And the moment I am confident that you share the same sentiments
Is when I give my heart to you
That's when I entrust you with my entire heart
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Edward Heyman, Victor Young
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