My Love Is Your Love
Whitney Houston Lyrics


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If tomorrow is judgment day
And I'm standing on the front line
And the Lord asks me what I did with my life
I will say I spent it with you

If I wake up in World War III (World War III)
I see destruction and poverty
And I feel like I want to go home
It's okay if you're coming with me

'Cause your love is my love
And my love is your love
It would take an eternity to break us
And the chains of Amistad couldn't hold us
'Cause your love is my love
And my love is your love
It would take an eternity to break us
And the chains of Amistad couldn't hold us

If I lose my fame and fortune (really don't matter)
And I'm homeless on the street (on the street oh Lord)
And I'm sleeping in Grand Central Station (okay)
It's okay if you're sleeping with me

As the years they pass us by (the years, the years, the years, the years, the years)
We stay young through each other's eyes (each other's eyes)
And no matter how old we get
It's okay as long as I got you baby

'Cause your love is my love
And my love is your love
It would take an eternity to break us
And the chains of Amistad couldn't hold us
'Cause your love is my love
And my love is your love
It would take an eternity to break us
And the chains of Amistad couldn't hold us

If I should die this very day (very very very day)
Don't cry (don't cry), 'cause on Earth we weren't meant to stay
And no matter what the people say (really don't matter)
I'll be waiting for you after the judgment day

'Cause your love is my love
And my love is your love
It would take an eternity to break us
And the chains of Amistad couldn't hold us
'Cause your love is my love
And my love is your love




It would take an eternity to break us
And the chains of Amistad couldn't hold us

Overall Meaning

The song "My Love Is Your Love" by Whitney Houston is a tribute to her lover and soulmate. The lyrics express an unconditional love that is unbreakable even in the face of the most challenging circumstances. In the first verse, Houston proclaims that if she were to stand before God on judgment day, she would confess that her life was spent with the person she loves. The second verse portrays a world in chaos, with war and poverty ravaging the land. Despite the chaos, Houston finds solace in the idea that her love will be with her even in the most trying of times.


The chorus repeats the central refrain of the song; your love is my love, and my love is your love. This line affirms the bond between the two lovers, stating that it would be impossible to separate the two. The metaphorical allusion to the "chains of Amistad" is a reference to the 1839 Amistad Slave revolt that saw slaves break free from their shackles and assert their independence. This reference suggests that nothing can hold back the love that Houston and her partner feel for each other. The final verse affirms Houston's message of immortal love. Even after death, she claims that she will be waiting for her partner.


Line by Line Meaning

If tomorrow is judgment day
If the end of the world is coming soon


And I'm standing on the front line
And I am one of the first to face it


And the Lord asks me what I did with my life
And I am asked to account for how I lived


I will say I spent it with you
I will say that I spent my life loving you


If I wake up in World War III (World War III)
If I wake up to a world of chaos and destruction


I see destruction and poverty
I see pain and suffering all around me


And I feel like I want to go home
And I long for a place of safety and comfort


It's okay if you're coming with me
As long as I am with you, I am content


'Cause your love is my love
Because our love is mutual


And my love is your love
And we share a deep, meaningful bond


It would take an eternity to break us
Our love is unbreakable, withstanding time and tribulations


And the chains of Amistad couldn't hold us
And even if we were physically enslaved, our love would be unshackled


If I lose my fame and fortune (really don't matter)
If I lose my status, wealth, or success (which do not really matter)


And I'm homeless on the street (on the street oh Lord)
And I have no place to call my own


And I'm sleeping in Grand Central Station (okay)
And I am making do with a public space


It's okay if you're sleeping with me
As long as we are together, everything will be okay


As the years they pass us by (the years, the years, the years, the years, the years)
As time goes on


We stay young through each other's eyes (each other's eyes)
We keep a sense of youthful wonder and vitality because of our love for each other


And no matter how old we get
No matter how much time passes


It's okay as long as I got you baby
As long as I have your love, everything will be alright


If I should die this very day (very very very day)
If I were to die suddenly


Don't cry (don't cry), 'cause on Earth we weren't meant to stay
Do not mourn for me, because life is temporary


And no matter what the people say (really don't matter)
The opinions of others do not matter when it comes to our love


I'll be waiting for you after the judgment day
I will be with you even after death




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Wyclef Jean, Jerry Duplessis

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@ellaalston3237

Before my son passed away on Sept 13th, 2023... he spoke of this song to me. I will always cherish this. Rest in peace my Love. Missing you dearly. ❤️🙏😥

@opeyemmzydangana

❤. Rest in peace dear son🙏

@fangirlie444

May he forever rest in peace. My thoughts are with you and your family. I’m so sorry for your loss ❤

@claudefrancis9128

So sad and sorry to hear that. How did he died? May you be strong and may he rest in peace ❤

@ellaalston3237

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@FPVDRE

awww sending blesses stay strong always in your heart remember that never gone sis 🙏

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@ChristmasSongs999

Another masterpiece. She said if I should die this very day, don’t cry cause on earth we weren’t meant to stay. We’re not crying Whitney, we’re still here enjoying your timeless music.

@FPVDRE

amen to that

@user-sw5vl2mn3e

Agreed 🤝

@sheisraeldaughterofyhwh2198

Stepping into 2024, I am still listening to this❤ my mom used to sing this to me as a girl. Now I sing it to my daughter and sons.

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