Monroe sang with some of the "Big Bands" of the '40s era, but his music transcended that style to become a popular radio and television personality - like Perry Como, Dean Martin, etc.
My Devotion
Vaughn Monroe Lyrics
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Is endless and deep as the ocean
And like a star shining from afar
Remains forever the same
My devotion
Is not just a sudden emotion
It will be constantly burning
What a sweet beginning
To the dream I planned
I'm content to be your slave
Your wish is my command
And this sensation
Was never a mere fascination
Here in my heart one sweet day it started
Then with time improved
My devotion to you
The lyrics of Vaughn Monroe's song "My Devotion" portray a sense of deep and everlasting love that grows and strengthens with time. The singer expresses that his devotion to his loved one is as endless and profound as the vastness of the ocean and as timeless as a shining star in the sky. The love he feels is not just a fleeting emotion, but rather an enduring feeling that will keep burning with the passion and affection of his beloved.
The singer emphasizes that his love is not based on mere fascination or infatuation but has its roots deep in his heart, where it started as a sweet feeling that progressively grew over time. He expresses his willingness to be his loved one's servant, to obey her every command and to cater to her every need. The overall message of the song is that true love is selfless and unconditional, and it lasts forever because it is genuine and rooted in one's heart.
Line by Line Meaning
My devotion
The deep love and commitment I have towards you
Is endless and deep as the ocean
My love knows no bounds and has unlimited depth
And like a star shining from afar
My devotion is like a brilliant star that can be seen from a distance
Remains forever the same
My love for you will never change
Is not just a sudden emotion
My devotion is not just a passing feeling
It will be constantly burning
My love will always be strong and passionate
And your love will kindle the flame
Your love will help my love for you to grow even stronger
What a sweet beginning
The start of our relationship was very wonderful
To the dream I planned
It was the beginning of a dream that I had long wished for
I'm content to be your slave
I am happy to do anything for you and be there for you
Your wish is my command
I will do anything that you ask of me
And this sensation
This feeling
Was never a mere fascination
My love for you was not just a passing interest
Here in my heart one sweet day it started
My love for you started in my heart one day
Then with time improved
As time passed, my love for you grew even stronger
My devotion to you
My unwavering love and dedication towards you
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Written by: Johnny Napton, Roc Hillman
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Terry Wells
I was a teenager in the 1940's when all these wonderful songs were being played by the great bands and sung by the best vocalists. I still love hearing all these great songs!
fatih gsf
Terry Wells how old are you
Terry Wells
fatih Osmani , 87 years old and still active and driving...and loving these old songs!
Rachel DeRosier
I'll bet you were a sockhopper who got drafted.
Sunshine In Africa
@Terry Wells Sending my regards! I am 27 years old and am hearing this song for the first time and absolutely love it :)!
Connie Smith
Thanks to everyone posting on Vaughn Monroe and this era of great music. I was only about 20 or so when I really discovered this great stuff. That was 40 years ago. I think I have good taste for all kinds of music. So much to enjoy and share!
Ava Modlin
As a young youthful teen I still have an aprecestion for old music. This sounds so beautiful!!
Al Biondi
Beautiful song written by Jimmy Dorsey's longtime guitar player Roc Hillman who lived 101 years! 1910-2011
Al Numann
The unmistakable sound of Vaughn Monroe and his solid Orchestra.
John Jurkewicz
this is a great song and I love it