Guilty
Whiting Margaret Lyrics
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And think that we should part
It seems as though I have loved you so long
You'll always be in my heart
Is it a sin
Is it a crime
Loving you dear like I do
Guilty of loving you
Maybe I'm wrong dreaming of you
Dreaming the lonely night through
If it's a crime then I'm guilty
Guilty of dreaming of you
What can I do
What can I say
After I've taken the blame?
You say we're through
You'll go your way
But I'll always feel just the same
Maybe I'm right
Maybe I'm wrong
Loving you dear like I do
If it's a crime then I'm guilty
Guilty of loving you
The lyrics of Whiting Margaret’s song “Guilty” depict the pain and confusion of a protagonist who is in love, despite society telling them that their love is wrong. The singer acknowledges that their love interest has decided they should part ways, but even still, the singer claims that their love is so deep-seated that they will always hold their love interest in their heart. The singer questions whether their love is truly wrong and whether it is a sin or a crime to love despite what society dictates.
The singer ultimately concludes that they are “guilty” of loving their love interest, even if it goes against the rules of society. The lyrics suggest that the singer feels conflicted about their feelings and finds themselves unable to move on, even though their love interest has moved on. The song portrays a sense of longing, confusion, and heartache, and it's a story that many people can relate to.
Line by Line Meaning
Though you've decided that our love is wrong
Even though you think our love is bad
And think that we should part
And you believe we should go our separate ways
It seems as though I have loved you so long
I can't help but feel like I've loved you for a very long time
You'll always be in my heart
And you will always hold a special place in my heart
Is it a sin
Is it morally wrong
Is it a crime
Is it illegal
Loving you dear like I do
To love you as deeply as I do
If it's a crime then I'm guilty
If it's against the law, then I'm willing to face punishment
Guilty of loving you
I confess that I love you deeply
Maybe I'm wrong dreaming of you
Perhaps it's foolish to dream about you
Dreaming the lonely night through
But I can't help but dream about you all night long when I'm alone
Guilty of dreaming of you
I admit to being guilty of dreaming about you
What can I do
What steps can I take
What can I say
What words can I express
After I've taken the blame?
After admitting my guilt
You say we're through
You say our relationship is over
You'll go your way
You're going to leave
But I'll always feel just the same
But I know that my feelings towards you will never change
Maybe I'm right
Perhaps my love for you is justified
Maybe I'm wrong
But maybe it's not
Guilty of loving you
Either way, I confess that I love you deeply
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: GUS KAHN, HARRY AKST, RICHARD A. WHITING
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Gary K. Nedrow
The Whiting who composed this ballad was Richard A., Margaret's father, with Harry Akst. The lyrics are by Gus Kahn. The song is typical of the high quality of popular music during the Big Band era, and Margaret's vocals are splendid, as always. She deserves wider recognition. Thank you for cleaning up the sound as well. Nicely done.
The78Prof
Glad that you like it.
Tom Perrone
IMO, this is the definitive version of this lovely song, sung so very well by Margaret Whiting. Nice backing arrangement by Jerry Gray. Nicely restored sound, too.
youcanttunafish
I found this old '78 in my mom's collection when I was about 12. I've loved it ever since. She loved it, too. :)
Warongrat Ratanawarang
Very beautiful song I love it thank you Margaret Whiting R.I.P. 7 Oct 2019 8.05 p.m. Guilty
Charles Potter
Nice, very nice. Thank You.