You Promised Me
The Dells Lyrics


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Before you take another step
There's something you should know
About the years ahead and how they'll be

You'd be living in a world where roses
Hardly ever grow
'Cause all I have to offer you is me
There'll be mansions waiting on the hills
With crystal chandeliers
And there'll be no fancy clothes for you to wear
Everything I have is standing here
In front of you to see
All I have to offer you is me

Sweetheart, I'll give you all my love
In every way I can
But make sure that's what you want
While you're still free

The only gold I have for you
Is in this wedding band
'Cause all I have to offer you is me

There'll be mansions waiting on the hills
With crystal chandeliers
And there'll be no fancy clothes for you to wear
Everything I have is standing here in front of you to see
All I have to offer you is me





All I have to offer you is me

Overall Meaning

The Dells's song "You Promised Me" is a heartfelt ballad about love and commitment. The lyrics ask the listener to pause and consider what they truly want in life, while offering a simple but profound message: that love is the most important thing. The song opens with a warning: "Before you take another step, there's something you should know / About the years ahead and how they'll be." The singer acknowledges that life can be tough, but promises to give all his love in every way he can. He encourages the listener to think carefully before committing, but also reminds them that true love is worth everything.


The second verse makes it clear that the singer is not wealthy or powerful. He admits that the world they will live in may not be perfect or easy, but that he has something much more valuable to offer: his love. The singer imagines a life together where they may not have everything they desire, but they will have each other. The chorus repeats the message that all he has to offer is himself and his love, which is more than enough. He highlights the fact that material things will not bring happiness and that true wealth is in the purity of their love. The song ends with the repeating of the line, "All I have to offer you is me," as a final declaration of love and commitment.


Overall, "You Promised Me" is a powerful love song that emphasizes the importance of true love over material possessions. The singer encourages the listener to consider their priorities carefully and reminds them that love is worth everything. The simple, heartfelt lyrics and soulful performance by The Dells make for a timeless classic that continues to resonate with listeners today.


Line by Line Meaning

Before you take another step
Listen to what I have to say before you make any further decisions


There's something you should know
I need to tell you some important information


About the years ahead and how they'll be
I want to prepare you for what the future may hold


You'd be living in a world where roses hardly ever grow
Life won't always be easy or beautiful


'Cause all I have to offer you is me
I don't have much to give but my love and my commitment


There'll be mansions waiting on the hills with crystal chandeliers
There may be wealth and luxury around, but that's not what's important


And there'll be no fancy clothes for you to wear
We may not have extravagant possessions or outfits


Everything I have is standing here in front of you to see
I am offering you my heart and my devotion and that's all I have


Sweetheart, I'll give you all my love in every way I can
I will love you in every way imaginable


But make sure that's what you want while you're still free
Make sure you truly want this before making a commitment


The only gold I have for you is in this wedding band
I don't have monetary riches, but I have a symbol of commitment to offer


'Cause all I have to offer you is me
I am offering you my love and commitment, which is priceless


There'll be mansions waiting on the hills with crystal chandeliers
Luxury and wealth may exist around us, but it's not the most important thing


And there'll be no fancy clothes for you to wear
We may not have ornate possessions or outfits


Everything I have is standing here in front of you to see
All of me and my trust are here, visible for you to witness


All I have to offer you is me
I have nothing else but my love and loyalty to give




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