I will Always Love You
Studio 99 Lyrics


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If I should stay
Well, I would only be in your way
And so I'll go, but yet I know
That I'll think of you each step of my way
And I will always love you
I will always love you
Bitter-sweet memories
That's all I have, and all I'm taking with me
Good-bye, oh, please don't cry
Cause we both know that I'm not
What you need

I will always love you
I will always love you

And I hope life, will treat you kind
And I hope that you have all
That you ever dreamed of
Oh, I do wish you joy
And I wish you happiness
But above all this
I wish you love
I love you, I will always love

I, I will always, always love you
I will always love you




I will always love you
I will always love you

Overall Meaning

"I Will Always Love You" by Studio 99 is a heartfelt and emotional song that explores the complexities of love and letting go. The lyrics depict a bittersweet breakup where the singer acknowledges that staying in the relationship would only hinder their partner's happiness.


The first paragraph conveys the singer's realization that if they were to remain in the relationship, they would become an obstacle in their partner's journey. Despite this, they can't help but acknowledge that they will still think of their loved one at every step they take. The repetition of "I will always love you" emphasizes the depth and constancy of their feelings.


The second paragraph delves into the memories and possessions that the singer is taking away from the relationship. The line "That's all I have, and all I'm taking with me" suggests that material possessions are insignificant compared to the memories they shared. The singer acknowledges the pain of saying goodbye and pleads with their partner not to cry, as they both know that they are not what the other person truly needs.


In the third paragraph, the singer expresses their hopes for the future. They hope that life treats their former partner kindly and that they achieve all the dreams and desires they have. The line "I do wish you joy and I wish you happiness" shows the singer's genuine desire for their ex's wellbeing. However, above all else, they wish for their ex to find love. This can be interpreted as the singer acknowledging that they were not able to provide what their partner truly needed in terms of love and happiness.


The concluding paragraph repeats the phrase "I will always love you" to drive home the unwavering nature of the singer's emotions. The repetition reinforces the sentiment that no matter what happens or how far apart they are, their love for their ex will never fade. It's a testament to the enduring impact of love, even in the face of separation and change. The final line serves as a resolute affirmation of their love, emphasizing its eternal nature.


Overall, "I Will Always Love You" is a poignant and heartfelt song about accepting the end of a relationship while still holding love and good wishes for the other person. It portrays the complexities of love, sacrifice, and the desire for the happiness and fulfillment of a former partner, even if that means letting them go.


Line by Line Meaning

If I should stay
If I were to remain in your life


Well, I would only be in your way
I would only be an obstacle or hindrance to your happiness


And so I'll go, but yet I know
And therefore I'll leave, but deep down I understand


That I'll think of you each step of my way
That I'll remember you at every stage of my journey


And I will always love you
And my love for you will never waver


I will always love you
I will forever hold love for you in my heart


Bitter-sweet memories
Memories that bring both joy and sadness


That's all I have, and all I'm taking with me
Those memories are all I possess and all I'm carrying along


Good-bye, oh, please don't cry
Farewell, oh, please don't shed tears


Cause we both know that I'm not
Because we both understand that I am not


What you need
What you truly require in your life


And I hope life, will treat you kind
And I hope life will be gentle and kind to you


And I hope that you have all
And I hope that you possess everything


That you ever dreamed of
That you have ever envisioned or desired


Oh, I do wish you joy
Oh, I do wish for you to experience happiness


And I wish you happiness
And I hope that you find contentment and joy


But above all this
But more importantly than all of these wishes


I wish you love
I hope that you find love in your life


I love you, I will always love
I love you, and my love will endure forever


I, I will always, always love you
I, I will eternally, continuously love you


I will always love you
I will forever cherish my love for you


I will always love you
I will always hold love for you in my heart


I will always love you
My love for you will never fade away




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Dolly Parton

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