Where Are You
The Mello-Moods Lyrics
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And we belong together
Yes, we belong together
For eternity, eternity
You're mine
Your lips belong to me
Yes, they belong to only me
You're mine my baby and you'll always be
I love you so much
I swear by everything, everything I own
[Incomprehensible]
You're mine
And we belong together
Yes, we belong together
For eternity, eternity, eternity
You're mine
Your lips belong to me
Yes, they belong to only me
For eternity
For eternity
For eternity
The lyrics of The Mello-Moods's song "Where Are You (Now That I Need)" express deep devotion and commitment to a loved one. The repetition of the phrase "you're mine" emphasizes the possessiveness of the singer and highlights the significance of the relationship. The line "we belong together" reinforces the idea of an unbreakable bond between the two individuals. The use of the word "eternity" multiple times indicates that this bond is meant to last forever.
The second verse focuses on the physical aspect of the relationship as the singer claims ownership over their partner's lips. The phrase "your lips belong to me" could also be interpreted as a symbolic representation of the entirety of the partner's being belonging solely to the singer. This possessiveness is reinforced by the repetition of the phrase "yes, they belong to only me."
The chorus is repeated multiple times throughout the song, emphasizing the importance of the relationship for eternity. The last line of the song, "for eternity, for eternity, for eternity," drives home the theme of a never-ending, eternal bond between the two individuals.
Overall, the lyrics of "Where Are You (Now That I Need)" portray a deep, possessive love that is meant to last for eternity.
Line by Line Meaning
You're mine
You are my partner and I have a claim on you
And we belong together
We are meant to be together
Yes, we belong together
I believe in the strength of our bond
For eternity, eternity
Our connection will last forever
Your lips belong to me
Your kisses are reserved only for me
Yes, they belong to only me
No one else is entitled to your affection
You're mine my baby and you'll always be
You are my significant other and will remain so
I love you so much
I have strong feelings of affection towards you
I swear by everything, everything I own
I am willing to make a solemn promise on all of my possessions
And we belong together
Our bond is unbreakable
For eternity, eternity, eternity
Our love will never end
For eternity
Our love will last forever
For eternity
Our love will continue indefinitely
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Frank Loesser
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Milton Kanfer
Beautiful song. This day must be special. My first time hearing this great tune and my introduction to the Mello-Moods.
Robert Thomas
These kids were just in JUNIOR High School when they voiced this tune on Bobby Robinson's label in 1951.Bobby Wooten was the lead with James Bethea on bass, Bobby Williams on 2nd tenor and Morris Owens as baritone. The song hit #7 on the Billboard R&B chart.
Martin Van Buren
Bobby Baylor, Ray Wooten, James Bethea, and Bobby Williams were 15/16 at this recording. Monte Owens Was 13/14
Ira Cutler
If this beautiful recording was done by teens,they have my vote for ROCK N ROLL HALL OF FAME !!
Bob Smith
Loved this. They also sang "How Could You", another mellow heart breaker.
Vic Lessinger
When ths great group split, some members joined the Solitaires and some joined the Vocaleers. two other NYC groups
Elisa Martin
Mello Perfection ~Thank you for all the info on this wonderful group...
Mike Pearce
Magnificent. Hard to believe it's as early as 1951.
Bob Moslow
All the titles you mention are tremendous. What quality! Thanks for the post!
andym1742
Lovely record, what a voice.