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That's All
Steve Tyrell 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 hand to hold when leaves begin to fall
And a love whose burning light will warm the winter's night
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 in Steve Tyrell's song "That's All" express a sentiment of commitment and devotion with a gentle and humble tone. The first verse emphasizes the longevity of the singer's love, promising to be there whenever called upon. The second verse expresses a willingness to offer the simple pleasures in life such as taking walks and holding hands, alongside a love that burns strong enough to warm even the coldest of nights. The third stanza suggests that while others may make grander promises, the singer's devotion is grounded in something that cannot be bought or destroyed by the passing of time.
The chorus provides a lovely summary of the simplicity of what the singer is asking for, which is only for the recipient of the message to reciprocate the love and devotion offered. The final lines deliver a message of commitment that carries through the song, with the singer asking that they will always be adored by the one they love. Overall, the message is of steady, simple and enduring love and commitment to one another.
Line by Line Meaning
I can only give you love that lasts forever
I promise to love you unconditionally for eternity without any conditions.
And a promise to be near each time you call
I guarantee that I will always be there for you when you need me, no matter what.
And the only heart I own, for you and you alone
I give you my one and only heart, which belongs exclusively to you.
That's all, that's all
This is all I can offer you, but it comes from the bottom of my heart.
I can only give you country walks in springtime
I offer you simple pleasures like taking walks in beautiful natural settings during the spring season.
And a hand to hold when leaves begin to fall
I promise to be there for you during times of change or uncertainty and offer you comfort and support.
And a love whose burning light will warm the winter's night
My love for you will be an unquenchable flame that will keep you warm and safe during cold, dark times.
There are those, I am sure who have told you
You have likely been promised the world by others before me.
They would give you the world for a toy
They may have even promised to give you everything you could ever want without realizing the true value of their words.
All I have are these arms to enfold you
I may not have material possessions to offer, but I will always be here to lovingly embrace you.
And a love time can never destroy
My love for you is so strong that not even the passage of time can wear it down.
If you're wondering what I'm asking in return, dear
If you're curious about what I expect in exchange for my love.
You'll be glad to know that my demands are small
I don't ask for much in return from you.
Say it's me that you'll adore for now and ever more
All I ask is that you love and cherish me forever, just as I love and cherish you.
That's all, that's all
This is all I want and need from you in order to be happy and fulfilled in our relationship.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sentric Music, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Alan E. Brandt, Bob Haymes
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