Guilty
The Crests Lyrics


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Though you've decided that our love is wrong
And think that we should part
It seems as though I have loved you so long
You'll always be in my heart.

Is it a sin
Is it a crime
Loving you dear like I do
If it's a crime then I'm guilty
Guilty of loving you.

Maybe I'm wrong dreaming of you
Dreaming the lonely night through
If it's a crime then I'm guilty
Guilty of dreaming of you

What can I do
What can I say
After I've taken the blame?
You say we're through
You'll go your way
But I'll always feel just the same.

Maybe I'm right
Maybe I'm wrong
Loving you dear like I do




If it's a crime then I'm guilty
Guilty of loving you.

Overall Meaning

The Crests' song "Guilty" is a classic love ballad that explores the emotions of a person who is in love but has been told that it is wrong. The song's opening lyrics suggest that the singer's love interest has made the decision to end their relationship due to the belief that their love is inappropriate. However, despite this decision, the singer is unable to forget their feelings of love and the impact that the other person has had on their life. The singer goes on to say that if loving this person is a crime, then they are guilty of it.


The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "Guilty of loving you" several times, emphasizing the depth of the singer's feelings. In the second verse, the singer contemplates whether their dreams of the other person are also a "crime." They ask themselves what they can do or say after taking the blame for their love and accept that their love may not be reciprocated. However, they still acknowledge that their love is real.


The song's powerful lyrics and heartfelt melody reflect the universal experience of love and heartache. It captures the emotion of loving someone who is not available, whether because of societal or personal circumstances. The song also explores themes of guilt and vulnerability, making it relatable to people of all ages.


Line by Line Meaning

Though you've decided that our love is wrong
Even though you have decided that our love is morally incorrect


And think that we should part
And believe that we should separate from each other


It seems as though I have loved you so long
It appears that I have been in love with you for a very long time


You'll always be in my heart.
You will always hold a special place in my heart


Is it a sin
Is it viewed as a moral wrongdoing


Is it a crime
Is it considered illegal or against the law


Loving you dear like I do
Having such strong affection for you


If it's a crime then I'm guilty
If loving you is a wrongdoing, then I am at fault


Guilty of loving you.
Holding myself responsible for loving you in a way that is not socially acceptable


Maybe I'm wrong dreaming of you
Perhaps it is incorrect for me to fantasize about you


Dreaming the lonely night through
Spending sleepless nights thinking of you


Guilty of dreaming of you
Holding myself responsible for dreaming of you despite it being deemed morally improper


What can I do
What actions can I take


What can I say
What can I express


After I've taken the blame?
After accepting responsibility for my actions


You say we're through
You state that our relationship is over


You'll go your way
You will move on with your own life


But I'll always feel just the same.
But my feelings for you will remain unchanged


Maybe I'm right
Perhaps I am correct


Maybe I'm wrong
Perhaps I am incorrect


Loving you dear like I do
Having such strong affection for you


If it's a crime then I'm guilty
If loving you is viewed as a wrongdoing, then I am at fault


Guilty of loving you.
Holding myself responsible for loving you in a way that is not socially acceptable




Writer(s): AKST HARRY, WHITING RICHARD A, KAHN GUS

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Paul Burek

used to own this record...this is the first time I have heard it, in 45 years, still know all the lyrics...wow!

nenazpuppy

Killer Tune 🎵
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John Finazzo

The one Crests record I have in my collection.

Daniel Kubacki

Great one!

vodkamarie

Fabulous Lead...........background not too shabby either....................

Paul Burek

Jerry Blavat played this outta' Philly...so nice...sang this to my girl in the mid 70s...great memories...

Paul Riofski

This doo-wop version of a song from the Great American Songbook made it to #123 on the Bubbling Under charts, released after the remaining Crests won their legal dispute with Coed Records over the use of the group name. Nice record, Choock!

Paul Riofski

@Paul Burek And thanks for your kind comment, Paul!

Paul Burek

Paul, really enjoy reading your comments, thanks for your awesome background on these great song’s

john thrussell

Worth listening to sweet

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