Elenore
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You got a thing about you
I just can't live without you
I really want you, Elenore
Near meYour looks intoxicate me
Even though your folks hate me
There's no one like you, Elenore
ReallyElenore, gee I think you're swell
And you really do me well
You're my pride and joy, et cetera
Elenore, can I take the time
To ask you to speak your mind
Tell me that you love me better
I really think you're groovy
Let's go out to a movie
What do you say, now, Elenore
Can we?They'll turn the lights way down low
Maybe we won't watch the show
I think I love you, Elenore
Love me

Elenore, gee I think you're swell
And you really do me well
You're my pride and joy, et cetera
Elenore, can I take the time
To ask you to speak your mind
Tell me that you love me betterElenore, gee I think you're swell, ah, ah




Elenore, gee I think you're swell, ah, ah
Ah

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to The Turtles' song "Elenore" express intense admiration and adoration towards a person named Elenore. The singer declares their inability to live without Elenore and expresses a strong desire to have her near. Despite the disapproval of Elenore's family, the singer sees something enchanting about her looks. The repetition of "There's no one like you, Elenore" emphasizes the uniqueness of Elenore's personality and presence in the singer's life.


The song suggests that Elenore is someone the singer deeply appreciates and values. The phrase "You're my pride and joy, et cetera" signifies that Elenore holds a significant place in the singer's heart. The singer seeks Elenore's affirmation of love, asking her to speak her mind and confirm their feelings for each other. The lyrics reveal a genuine affection as the singer describes Elenore as "groovy" and proposes going out to a movie together.


Overall, "Elenore" portrays a person who is deeply infatuated with someone named Elenore, appreciating her unique qualities and longing for her love and companionship.


Line by Line Meaning

You got a thing about you
There is something captivating and irresistible about you


I just can't live without you
I am completely dependent on having you in my life


I really want you, Elenore
I have a strong desire for you, Elenore


Near me
I want you to be close to me


Your looks intoxicate me
Your appearance has a mesmerizing effect on me


Even though your folks hate me
Despite the disapproval of your parents


There's no one like you, Elenore
You are unique and unmatched, Elenore


Really
Truly


Elenore, gee I think you're swell
Elenore, I think you are fantastic


And you really do me well
You bring me happiness and satisfaction


You're my pride and joy, et cetera
You are my source of immense pride and happiness, among other things


Elenore, can I take the time
Elenore, can I have a moment


To ask you to speak your mind
To request you to openly express your thoughts


Tell me that you love me better
Confirm that you love me more than anyone else


I really think you're groovy
I genuinely believe you are cool and wonderful


Let's go out to a movie
Let's go on a date to watch a movie


What do you say, now, Elenore
What is your response, Elenore


Can we?
Can we make this happen?


They'll turn the lights way down low
The lights will be dimmed


Maybe we won't watch the show
Perhaps we won't pay attention to the performance


I think I love you, Elenore
I believe I am in love with you, Elenore


Love me
Give me your love


Elenore, gee I think you're swell
Elenore, I think you are fantastic


And you really do me well
You bring me happiness and satisfaction


You're my pride and joy, et cetera
You are my source of immense pride and happiness, among other things


Elenore, can I take the time
Elenore, can I have a moment


To ask you to speak your mind
To request you to openly express your thoughts


Tell me that you love me better
Confirm that you love me more than anyone else


Elenore, gee I think you're swell, ah, ah
Elenore, I think you are fantastic, ah, ah


Elenore, gee I think you're swell, ah, ah
Elenore, I think you are fantastic, ah, ah


Ah
Expressing a sense of satisfaction or contentment




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Al Nichol, Howard Kaylan, Jim Pons, John Barbata, Mark Volman

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