That's All
Thee Midniters Lyrics


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I can only give you love that last forever
And a promise to be near each time you call
And the only heart I own, is for you and you alone
That's all, that's all

I can only give you country walks in spring time
And a hand to hold always begins to crawl?
And a love whose burning light, will warm the winter night
That's all, that all

There are those I am sure who have told you
They would give you the world or a toy
All I have are these arms to in pull you?
And a love, time can never destroy

If you're wondering what I'm asking in return here
You'll be glad to know that my demands are small
Say it's me that you'll adore for now and evermore
That's all, that's all





Say it's me that you'll adore for now and evermore
That's all, that's all!

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Thee Midniters' song "That's All" is a declaration of love that the singer offers to their significant other. The opening lines express the idea that the only thing the singer can give to their loved one is a love that will last forever and a commitment to always be there for them. The next lines introduce the concept of a single heart, which is owned by the singer, and is dedicated entirely to their partner. The singer makes it clear that all they can give to their loved one is their own heart, without any reservations or compromises.


The following verses of the song describe the ways in which the singer will demonstrate their love for their partner. The first image paints the picture of a romantic country walk in springtime, which the singer promises to share with their partner. The second verse brings in the idea of warmth and comfort, with the singer offering to hold their partner and keep them warm on long winter nights. The lyrics talk of a love that burns like fire, promising to keep the winter blues away.


The bridge of the song shifts the focus to the context of the relationship, as the singer acknowledges that other people may have promised more to their partner than what the singer can offer. However, the singer does not shy away from admitting their limitations, as they promise to use their arms to embrace their partner and a love that will never be extinguished by time. The chorus of the song restates the simplicity of the singer's request, as they ask their partner to love them forever, and to make them the center of their world.


Line by Line Meaning

I can only give you love that last forever
I can offer endless love and care for you


And a promise to be near each time you call
I promise to always be there for you when you need me


And the only heart I own, is for you and you alone
My love and heart belongs only to you


That's all, that's all
These are the only things I can give you, but they are everything to me


I can only give you country walks in spring time
I can offer simple pleasures like taking walks in the countryside during springtime


And a hand to hold always begins to crawl?
I'll always be there to hold your hand, even when times get tough


And a love whose burning light, will warm the winter night
My love will bring warmth to the coldest of nights


There are those I am sure who have told you
There may have been others who have promised you the world


They would give you the world or a toy
Offering you material things, but not necessarily love and care


All I have are these arms to in pull you?
All I have to offer are my loving arms to support and protect you


And a love, time can never destroy
My love will never fade, no matter how much time passes


If you're wondering what I'm asking in return here
If you're curious to know what I want from you in exchange


You'll be glad to know that my demands are small
I don't ask for much


Say it's me that you'll adore for now and evermore
Promise me that you'll love and cherish me forever


That's all, that's all
All I need is your love and devotion, and that's everything to me


Say it's me that you'll adore for now and evermore
Promise me that you'll love and cherish me forever


That's all, that's all!
These are the only things I ask for, and they mean everything to me




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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@Cebelle823

A Love song that will go down for the ages. Luv it! THATS ALL <3
I can only give you love that last forever
And a promise to be near each time you call
And the only heart I own, is for you and you alone
That’s all, that’s all

I can only give you country walks in spring time
And a hand to hold always begins to crawl???
And a love whose burning light, will warm the winter night
That’s all, that all

There are those I am sure who have told you
They would give you the world or a toy
All I have are these arms to in pull you???
And a love, time can never destroy

If you’re wondering what I’m asking in return here
You’ll be glad to know that my demands are small
Say it’s me that you’ll adore for now and evermore
That’s all, that’s all

Say it’s me that you’ll adore for now and evermore
That’s all, that’s all!



@JoeyBass323

This song reminds me of my beautiful mother. She was born in Boyle heights in 1960 and grew up listening to Thee Midnighters. She is still going strong, and I’m fortunate to still be able to tell her that I love her every day. I love you Mom

I can only give you love that last forever
And a promise to be near each time you call
And the only heart I own is for you and you alone
That's all, that's all

I can only give you country walks in spring time
And a hand to hold always begins to crawl
And a love whose burning light will warm the winter night
That's all, that all

There are those I am sure who have told you
They would give you the world or a toy
All I have are these arms to then pull you
And a love time can never destroy

If you're wondering what I'm asking in return here
You'll be glad to know that my demands are small
Say it's me that you'll adore for now and evermore
That's all, that's all

Say it's me that you'll adore for now and evermore
That's all, that's all



All comments from YouTube:

@amsaenz57

Every time I hear this song it makes me want to cry because it was one of my mother's favorites.  She has been gone now for 10 years and life just isn't the same.  Miss those beautiful days with my mama..

@sunlandleaonard

you just made an old man cry

@striperdude09

Leonard Perez: that makes two old men

@romotrust2903

Sorry to here about your mom.
But she had great taste for music 👌

@berserko2008

God bless Anna Saenz....... so feel you on that note......

@paulgarciampa3867

midniter music is about love -- so i send you love and I'm sure your mom is speaking to you whenever you hear this song.

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@alfonsorivas2867

This song brings back memories. Salesian High School class of 69. They were a couple of years above me I think Willie was in class of 66

@chauncywashington2227

Lovin' that sax part....1963. I..played in old wooden dance halls. and roller rinks...that sound reverberating around those old timber walls and ceilings...played into a shure mic through those crude pa systems..best we had back then..a sound you can't hear anymore...those old haunts are all gone now, most of them caught fire...but those harmonic reverberations.still float around in my head..oh what memories!

@steveriddle4458

That Old School 1960's music tech is a sound from another time!

@manuelhuerta5515

Kennedy Hall, ELA.

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