Your Very First Love
The Dubs Lyrics


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There is nothing greater than your very first love
There is nothing sweeter than your very first kiss

You can look (You can look)
You can try (You can try)
Until the day you die
But in vain (But in vain)
Whoa-ooh-oh (But in vain)
It all was in vain (But in vain, but in vain)

There is nothing warmer than that first embrace
You'll never forget that first lipstick taste

You can look (You can look)
You can try (You can try)
Until the day you die
But in vain (But in vain)
But in vain (But in vain)
But in vain (But in vain, but in vain)

If you have loved as I
Than you should know
Your first love will cling to you
And when Spring's in the air you'll hear her whispering
For she'll still be there

There is nothing fresher than that first glance
There's nothing deeper than your first romance

You can look (You can look)
You can try (You can try)
Until the day you die
But in vain (But in vain)
Whoa-ooh-oh (But in vain)
It all was in vain (But in vain, but in vain)

It's in vain, it's in vain (Your very first love)
It's in vain, it's in vain (Your very first love)





(Your very first love, your very first love)
(Your very first love, your very first love)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of The Dub's song "Your Very First Love" express the idea that nothing can compare to the intensity and sweetness of your first love. The song talks about different aspects of first love, such as the first kiss, first embrace, and first glance, and highlights their emotional impact. The repetition of the phrase "you can look, you can try, but in vain" implies that you may search for something as powerful as your first love, but it is an unachievable goal. The last lines of the song suggest that first love is a permanent part of who we are, and it will always stay with us, even after we move on to other relationships.


One of the interesting facts about this song is that it was released in 1958 and was one of The Dubs' most successful singles, reaching #15 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Another intriguing fact is that the song's co-writer, Richard Blandon, was a member of The Dubs and sang lead on this song. The song has been covered by several artists over the years, including Dion and the Belmonts, Tommy Edwards, and Johnny Rivers. Additionally, the song has been featured in several movies and TV shows, including the films "American Graffiti" and "Diner" and TV series "Happy Days."


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Overall, "Your Very First Love" is a timeless classic that captures the nostalgia and sentimentality of first love, making it relatable to audiences of all ages.


Line by Line Meaning

There is nothing greater than your very first love
The feeling of your first love is unparalleled.


There is nothing sweeter than your very first kiss
The first kiss you share with your first love is something special.


You can look (You can look)
You can search for love throughout your life.


You can try (You can try)
You can try to find someone to love.


Until the day you die
You can keep searching for love until you pass away.


But in vain (But in vain)
But you won't find a love as special as your first.


Whoa-ooh-oh (But in vain)
It's a sad truth, but it's true.


It all was in vain (But in vain, but in vain)
All your searching will be for naught, as your first love will always be the best.


There is nothing warmer than that first embrace
The first time you hug your first love is a feeling like no other.


You'll never forget that first lipstick taste
The first time you kiss your first love is a moment you'll never forget.


If you have loved as I
If you have experienced a first love like I have,


Than you should know
Then you know


Your first love will cling to you
You'll always have a special place in your heart for your first love.


And when Spring's in the air you'll hear her whispering
You'll be reminded of your first love when Spring comes around.


For she'll still be there
Because you never forget your first love.


There is nothing fresher than that first glance
The first time you see your first love is like a breath of fresh air.


There's nothing deeper than your first romance
The emotions you feel during your first romantic relationship run deep.


It's in vain, it's in vain (Your very first love)
Finding a love like your first is a hopeless and pointless endeavor.


It's in vain, it's in vain (Your very first love)
Your first love will always be the best love.


(Your very first love, your very first love)
Your first love is a special, unforgettable experience.


(Your very first love, your very first love)
No love can compare with your first love.




Writer(s): Spike Jones, Lincke Robinson

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