All the Things You Are
Tony Bennett & Bill Charlap Lyrics
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Something to make my heart beat the faster.
What did I long for? I never really knew.
Finding your love I've found my adventure
Touching your hand, my heart beats the faster
All that I want in all of this world is you.
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You are the promised kiss of springtime
You are the breathless hush of evening
That trembles on the brink of a lovely song.
You are the angel glow that lights a star
The dearest things I know are what you are.
Some day my happy arms will hold you
And some day I'll know that moment divine
When all the things you are, are mine!
You are the angel glow that lights a star
The dearest things I know are what you are.
Some day my happy arms will hold you
And some day I'll know that moment divine
When all the things you are, are mine!
Tony Bennett and Bill Charlap's song "All The Things You Are" is a classic love song that speaks to the romantic desire for adventure and the ultimate quest for true love. The singer in the song has longed for adventure but doesn't really know what they are looking for until they find their true love. With their partner, they find the adventure they have been searching for and their heart beats faster when they touch hands. The song emphasizes that true love is the most important thing in the world.
The singer then goes on to describe their love, using vivid metaphors and words that emphasize the beauty and importance of their partner in their life. They describe their partner as the "promised kiss of springtime," bringing life and joy to a lonely winter. They go on to describe their partner as the "breathless hush of evening," creating a moment of enchantment and beauty. The singer concludes by describing their partner as an "angel glow that lights a star," emphasizing the idea that their partner is a guiding force in their life.
The song's lyrics are beautifully written, portraying the depth of love and emotion that one can feel for another person. The use of metaphors and vivid language gives the song a dreamlike quality, emphasizing the idea that true love is worth pursuing and that it is a transformative experience. The song's message is universal, appealing to anyone who has ever felt the thrill of falling in love.
Line by Line Meaning
Time and again I've longed for adventure
I have often yearned for something exciting and new in my life.
Something to make my heart beat the faster.
A thrilling experience that would make my heart race.
What did I long for? I never really knew.
I wasn't quite sure what I was searching for.
Finding your love I've found my adventure
But now that I have found your love, I have found the adventure that I was seeking.
Touching your hand, my heart beats the faster
Just the slightest touch of your hand is enough to quicken my heartbeat.
All that I want in all of this world is you.
You are the only thing I desire in this whole world.
You are the promised kiss of springtime
Your love is like a long-awaited and eagerly anticipated kiss in the spring.
That makes the lonely winter seem long.
Without you, my life feels like a long and dreary winter.
You are the breathless hush of evening
You are the quiet and peaceful moment at the end of a busy day.
That trembles on the brink of a lovely song.
A moment that is so beautiful that it feels like it could burst into song at any moment.
You are the angel glow that lights a star
To me, you are like the radiant light of an angel that shines brightly in the night sky.
The dearest things I know are what you are.
Of all the things I hold dear in this world, you are the most precious.
Some day my happy arms will hold you
One day, I will wrap my arms around you and hold you tight.
And some day I'll know that moment divine
At that moment, I will experience true divinity.
When all the things you are, are mine!
When all of the wonderful things that make you who you are, belong to me.
Contributed by Gavin T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.