How Sweet It Is
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How sweet it is to be loved by you
How sweet it is to be loved by you
I needed the shelter of someone's arms and there you were
I needed someone to understand my ups and downs and there you were
With sweet love and devotion
Deeply touching my emotions
I want to stop and thank you baby
I want to stop and thank you baby
How sweet it is to be loved by you
How sweet it is to be loved by you

I close my eyes at night
And wonder what would I be without you in my life
Everything was just a bore
All the things I did seems I'd done'em before
But you brighten up for me all of my days
With a love so sweet in so many ways
I want to stop and thank you baby
I want to stop and thank you baby
How sweet it is to be loved by you
How sweet it is to be loved by you

You were better to me than I've been to myself
For me, there's you and nobody else
I want to stop and thank you baby
I want to stop and thank you baby
How sweet it is to be loved by you




How sweet it is to be loved by you
How sweet it is to be loved by you

Overall Meaning

The song “How Sweet it is” by Captain & Tennille, originally performed by Marvin Gaye, is about the sweetness and gratitude of being loved by someone special. The lyrics are about the special connection the singer has with their partner, who has sheltered them and helped them through ups and downs. The singer acknowledges that they were bored with life and their actions, but their partner has brought joy and meaning to their life. The love the partner gives is described as sweet and touching to the singer's emotions. The singer expresses gratitude for their partner and how they have been better to them than they have been to themself. The singer emphasizes how sweet it is to be loved by their partner.


The song has a message that love is a gift that should be treasured and appreciated. It reminds people that true love is a special bond that can turn their life around, making them happier and more fulfilled. The song is an ode to the power of love that strengthens and deepens emotional connections. It encourages individuals to cherish and appreciate their loved ones.


Line by Line Meaning

How sweet it is to be loved by you
It is a wonderful feeling to be loved by you


How sweet it is to be loved by you
It is a wonderful feeling to be loved by you


I needed the shelter of someone's arms and there you were
I was feeling vulnerable and needed someone to hold me, and you were there for me


I needed someone to understand my ups and downs and there you were
I needed someone to support me through my highs and lows, and you were there for me


With sweet love and devotion
You showed me love and dedication that touched me deeply


Deeply touching my emotions
You made me feel emotionally cared for and understood


I want to stop and thank you baby
I want to express my gratitude to you


I want to stop and thank you baby
I want to express my gratitude to you


How sweet it is to be loved by you
It is a wonderful feeling to be loved by you


How sweet it is to be loved by you
It is a wonderful feeling to be loved by you


I close my eyes at night
At night, I reflect on my life


And wonder what would I be without you in my life
I imagine how different my life would be if you weren't in it


Everything was just a bore
Before I met you, everything seemed dull and uninteresting


All the things I did seems I'd done'em before
All the things I did felt repetitive and unfulfilling


But you brighten up for me all of my days
You bring joy to my life every single day


With a love so sweet in so many ways
Your love is pure and brings me happiness in many different ways


I want to stop and thank you baby
I want to express my gratitude to you


I want to stop and thank you baby
I want to express my gratitude to you


How sweet it is to be loved by you
It is a wonderful feeling to be loved by you


How sweet it is to be loved by you
It is a wonderful feeling to be loved by you


You were better to me than I've been to myself
You have treated me with more kindness and care than I have given to myself


For me, there's you and nobody else
You are the one for me, there is no one else


I want to stop and thank you baby
I want to express my gratitude to you


I want to stop and thank you baby
I want to express my gratitude to you


How sweet it is to be loved by you
It is a wonderful feeling to be loved by you




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Brian Holland, Edward Jr. Holland, Lamont Dozier

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