I Wish You Love
The Norman Luboff Choir & the Melachrino Strings Lyrics
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When I'd be held under your thumb
I'm like a pawn in your hand
Moved and compelled, at your command
Whether it's for bad or for good
I would never change it if I could
Maybe I'm right, maybe I'm wrong
But nevertheless I'm in love with you
Maybe I'll win, maybe I'll lose
And maybe I'm in for crying the blues
But nevertheless I'm in love with you
Somehow, I know at a glance, the terrible chances I'm taking
Fine at the start, then left with a heart that is breaking
Maybe I'll live a life of regret,
And maybe I'll give much more than I get
But nevertheless, I'm in love with you
In spite of all I could do
I went ahead falling for you
So if I laugh or I cry
I made my bed, that's where I'll lie
For what happens there's no excuse
I put my own head in the noose
In the first verse, the singer expresses a sense of inevitability in their relationship with someone. They feel caught under this person's control, like a pawn being moved around at their whim. This feeling could be both positive or negative, but regardless of the outcome, the singer wouldn't change it if given the chance.
The second verse explores the singer's conflicting emotions. They question whether they are right or wrong in their feelings, weak or strong in their attachment. Despite these uncertainties, there is a clear declaration that they are in love with the person in question. They acknowledge the possibility of winning or losing, and even the likelihood of experiencing heartache, but their love remains steadfast.
The third verse delves into the risks the singer takes by being involved with this person. They acknowledge the potential for terrible consequences and chances that could lead to a broken heart. Yet, even with this awareness, they cannot control or resist their feelings. They accept the potential for regret and giving more than they receive, but their love remains unchanged.
Finally, in the last verse, the singer reflects on their own choices and decisions. They admit to willingly falling in love with this person despite the potential for both joy and sadness. Whether they laugh or cry, they accept responsibility for the consequences. The metaphor of putting their own head in the noose suggests that they are willingly accepting the potential difficulties and risks of their relationship.
Overall, these lyrics portray a complicated and intense love, where the singer is aware of the risks involved but cannot resist their emotions. It highlights the conflicting emotions, vulnerability, and acceptance that can come with being deeply in love with someone.
Line by Line Meaning
I knew the time had to come
I was aware that eventually this moment would arrive
When I'd be held under your thumb
When I would be completely controlled by you
I'm like a pawn in your hand
I feel helpless and easily manipulated by you
Moved and compelled, at your command
I am driven and forced to do as you command
Whether it's for bad or for good
Regardless of the consequences, whether positive or negative
I would never change it if I could
I would never alter or escape this situation if given the chance
Maybe I'm right, maybe I'm wrong
Perhaps I am correct, perhaps I am mistaken
Maybe I'm weak, maybe I'm strong
Possibly I am powerless, possibly I possess inner strength
But nevertheless I'm in love with you
Nonetheless, I am deeply enamored with you
Maybe I'll win, maybe I'll lose
Maybe I will triumph, maybe I will experience defeat
And maybe I'm in for crying the blues
Perhaps I am destined to feel sadness and sorrow
But nevertheless I'm in love with you
Nevertheless, I am still wholeheartedly in love with you
Somehow, I know at a glance, the terrible chances I'm taking
Somehow, I can perceive the immense risks I am undertaking
Fine at the start, then left with a heart that is breaking
Everything seemed wonderful initially, but now I am left with a shattered heart
Maybe I'll live a life of regret
It is possible that my life will be filled with remorse
And maybe I'll give much more than I get
Maybe I will give far more than I receive in return
But nevertheless, I'm in love with you
However, despite all odds, I am still deeply in love with you
In spite of all I could do
Despite all my efforts and attempts
I went ahead falling for you
I proceeded and allowed myself to fall in love with you
So if I laugh or I cry
Therefore, whether I express joy or sadness
I made my bed, that's where I'll lie
I am fully responsible for the choices I have made, and I will accept the consequences
For what happens there's no excuse
There are no justifications for the outcomes that occur
I put my own head in the noose
I willingly placed myself in a dangerous situation or position
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Bert Kalmar, Herman Ruby
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Diana Lee
What a wonderful post! So happy to just let it run its full 3 hours. I’m from a family of professional singers and we all sang on Norman’s albums over the years. My Dad, Bill Lee, was Norm’s favorite soloist. We were all family friends too, great memories of times spent together. Thank you!
James Randall
Back when I was in college at NCSU sometime in the mid 60s (graduated in '66) The Norman Luboff Choir was singing "Laura" just as an actual train was passing through the campus & the choir smiled big time but never changed the sound of the song at all! What a precious time & what professionals...
Peter Lester
Such nice music unlike some of today's, thanks for posting this and sharing in music that takes you back to better times when the lyrics were understandable and meant something.
Andrew Frierson
Beautiful,food for the soul!