My Heart
Terrell Tammi Lyrics
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Seein' other girls in love and wishin' it were me
If I could only find the key and make love come my way
I would trade this loneliness for true love any day
When love comes knockin' at my heart
I'm surely gonna let it in
When love comes knockin' at my heart
Oh darlin', oh darlin'
Oh darlin', oh darlin'
Emptiness is in the air and all around me gloom
As I gaze through the window of my lonely room
I hate to get up in the mornin' 'cause I know what lies ahead
Where there should be a cheerful smile, there's loneliness instead
When love comes knockin' at my heart
I'm surely gonna let it in
When love comes knockin' at my heart
Happiness will surely begin
Oh if you've never been in love, darlin'
Then you're just like me, now
Don't you get lonely? What am I to be?
Oh darlin', oh darlin'
Oh darlin', oh darlin'
Oh darlin', oh darlin'
Oh darlin', oh darlin'
My heart's full of envy for the girl who lives next door
She has so many things that I've never had before
She possesses one thing I've never had a chance to get
That's someone to call her own and there's one thing you can bet
When love comes knockin' at my heart
I'm surely gonna let it in
When love comes knockin' at my heart
Happiness will surely begin
Oh darlin', my-my baby
Oh darlin', oh darlin'
When love comes,(when it comes) I'm gonna let it in(let it in)
Because I know (what do you know) I'll be happy then
Loneliness will be no more
When love comes,(oh darling) gonna open that door(just open the door)
When love comes,(let it in) when love comes (let it in)
(Let it in) oh darlin',(let it in) when love comes
The lyrics of Tammi Terrell's song, My Heart, reflects the feeling of loneliness and the yearning for love. The singer of the song is alone and sees other couples in love, wishing that they could experience the same feeling. The opening verse expresses the singer's desire for love and how they would trade their loneliness for true love. The second verse further emphasizes the loneliness and emptiness that they feel, and how they dread waking up each morning with the same feeling.
However, the chorus brings hope and the promise of happiness. The singer sings that when love comes knocking at their heart, they will let it in, and happiness will surely begin. The repetition of the word "darling" throughout the song further emphasizes the desire for love and connection. The bridge of the song is a reflection on the envy they feel for the girl next door, who has someone to call her own, and the hope that love will come knocking at their heart soon.
Overall, the song is a poignant reflection of a human emotion that everyone can relate to - loneliness and the yearning for love. Tammi Terrell's soulful voice and the lyrics of the song, coupled with the music, create a heartfelt and moving experience for the listener, making it a timeless classic.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh here I am alone, thinkin' aimlessly
I am alone and lost in thought.
Seein' other girls in love and wishin' it were me
As I observe other girls in love, I long to be in their shoes.
If I could only find the key and make love come my way
I wish to find a way to attract love into my life.
I would trade this loneliness for true love any day
I am willing to exchange my loneliness for genuine love.
Emptiness is in the air and all around me gloom
I feel bleak as the gloominess engulfs me.
As I gaze through the window of my lonely room
In my lonely room, I am lost in contemplation.
I hate to get up in the mornin' 'cause I know what lies ahead
I dread the morning as I know that another day of loneliness awaits me.
Where there should be a cheerful smile, there's loneliness instead
Instead of happiness which should accompany my smile, I am left with loneliness.
My heart's full of envy for the girl who lives next door
I am jealous of the girl next door who has so many things I lack.
She possesses one thing I've never had a chance to get
The one thing she has that I have never owned is someone to call her own.
When love comes knockin' at my heart
When I find love, I'll embrace it.
I'm surely gonna let it in
I will not hesitate to accept love.
Happiness will surely begin
I believe that love will bring me joy.
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Robert Velez
A Smokey gem that Tammi sings with pure soul with the Spinners backing her up! A very unique song with mandolins in the forefront- Incredible!
Ujima Jame
Interesting, as she covered The Spinners' first hit "That's What Girls Are Made For" on her solo album "Irresistable."
Steven Burdin
Absolutely dynamite track, have loved it since I first heard it, one of those that captures you, pulls you in and you hold it dear to your heart.
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there is so much funk going on in this track, how it didn't get a release at the time is beyond belief. it's such a unique track and tammi sounds incredible here! thanks for posting this!
oneachuck
Tammi at her best! What a talent lost so young!
Corey Sheppard
Fantastic recording. deserves more attention
Estefani Costa
I just love her voice, this songs is so precious. Thank you.
Mar Kos
the voice....superstar
Ole Dalby
Her heart is the Heart of MOTOWN, Beating and Strong.
Sharea Higgins
Right