Old Fashioned Love
The Mills Brothers Lyrics


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I've got that old-fashioned love in my heart
And there, it shall always remain
You're like that old ivy vine
Cling a little closer all the time
Through the years, joy and tears, just the same

I've got that old-fashioned dream in my heart
And there it shall always be
Although the land may change to sea




It will never make any change in me
I've got that old-fashioned love in my heart

Overall Meaning

The Mills Brothers's song "Old Fashioned Love" is a beautiful tribute to love that endures the test of time. The lyrics speak of an old-fashioned love that remains steadfast and constant through the years, through joy and tears. The lines "I've got that old-fashioned love in my heart / And there it shall always remain" convey a sense of deep commitment and loyalty that is rare in today's fast-paced world. The image of an old ivy vine that clings a little closer all the time is a powerful metaphor for the way in which love grows stronger and more intimate over time.


The second verse speaks of an old-fashioned dream that remains in the heart, even if the world around us changes. The lines "Although the land may change to sea / It will never make any change in me" convey a sense of conviction and resilience that is inspiring. This is a song about love that endures, even in the face of adversity, and the Mills Brothers have captured that sentiment beautifully.


Overall, "Old Fashioned Love" is a timeless song that celebrates the power of enduring love. It reminds us that love, like an old ivy vine, can grow stronger and more beautiful with time, and that even in the face of change and uncertainty, true love will always endure.


Line by Line Meaning

I've got that old-fashioned love in my heart
I hold onto a traditional and deep form of love within me


And there, it shall always remain
It will persist and never leave my heart


You're like that old ivy vine
Just like the strong ivy plant, you cling to me and grow closer over time


Cling a little closer all the time
Keep holding on to me tightly as we go through the ups and downs of life together


Through the years, joy and tears, just the same
Despite any hardships or happy times that come our way, my love will remain unchanged


I've got that old-fashioned dream in my heart
A traditional and romantic ideal dwells within me


And there it shall always be
It will exist within me eternally


Although the land may change to sea
Even if the world around us changes drastically


It will never make any change in me
My love and my dream will remain steadfast and unchanged


I've got that old-fashioned love in my heart
I hold onto a traditional and deep form of love within me




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CECIL MACK, JAMES P. JOHNSON

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