It's Only Love
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I get high when I see you go by, (my oh my)
When you sigh my inside just flies, (butterflies).
Why am I so shy when I'm beside you.

It's only love and that is all,
Why should I feel the way I do.
It's only love and that is all,
But it's so hard loving you.

Is it right that you and I should fight, (every night)
Just the sight of you makes nighttime bright, (very bright)
Haven't I the right to make it up girl.

It's only love and that is all,
Why should I feel the way I do.
It's only love and that is all,
But it's so hard loving you.




Yes it's so hard loving you.
Loving you.

Overall Meaning

In Gary Us Bonds's song "It's Only Love," the singer expresses his internal conflict and confusion about his love for someone else. He begins by saying that seeing this person makes him feel happy and elated, as if he has butterflies in his stomach. Despite his enjoyment of being around this person, he admits that he is also very shy when he is near them. This internal conflict shows that the singer is struggling to reconcile his feelings of love with feelings of nervousness and discomfort.


In the next stanza, the singer questions the validity of his fighting with this person, suggesting that they should not be arguing every night. The sight of this person makes his nighttime bright, indicating that he feels better in their company. He asks whether he has the right to reconcile, suggesting that he wants to make things better between them.


Throughout the chorus, the singer reminds himself that what he feels is only love, and there is no reason for him to feel the way he does. However, he also acknowledges that loving this person is difficult, perhaps because of his shyness or their frequent fighting.


Overall, "It's Only Love" is a poignant exploration of the complicated feelings of love and attraction that many people experience. The song highlights the internal struggles that can arise when people feel simultaneously both drawn to and intimidated by others.


Line by Line Meaning

I get high when I see you go by, (my oh my)
My heart beats faster, I feel euphoric and giddy every time I see you walk past me.


When you sigh my inside just flies, (butterflies).
Your slightest gesture or expression makes me feel alive and excited. My stomach is filled with butterflies when you sigh.


Why am I so shy when I'm beside you.
Despite the excitement and thrill of being near you, I become apprehensive and uncertain. I can't help but feel shy and intimidated near you.


Is it right that you and I should fight, (every night)
I am questioning whether it's appropriate for us to be constantly arguing with each other, particularly when my feelings for you are so intense.


Just the sight of you makes nighttime bright, (very bright)
You bring light and happiness into my life, even in the darkest moments. Your mere presence brightens up my entire world.


Haven't I the right to make it up girl.
I believe that I am entitled to make amends with you and fix our relationship, even if we've been fighting and not seeing eye to eye.


It's only love and that is all,
Despite the challenges and difficulties of being in love, ultimately it is love that we are experiencing and that is what matters the most.


Why should I feel the way I do.
I am struggling to understand my own emotions and why I am feeling so powerfully for you, even when it's confusing and hard to manage.


But it's so hard loving you.
Being in love with you is challenging and demanding, and it takes a lot of effort and determination to make this work. But I am willing to try if you are.


Yes it's so hard loving you.
Reiterating the difficulty of loving someone so deeply, but expressing the sincerity and dedication to overcoming the obstacles in order to make this love work.


Loving you.
The ultimate message of the song, expressing the writer's love and devotion for their beloved, despite the many obstacles and challenges that come with this powerful emotion.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: John Lennon, Paul McCartney

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Comments from YouTube:

@niecioferreiradarocha5351

This version of lyrics despised by John Lennon just blows me out! Tks

@tonysilver7937

Gary is such a great singer why we don't hear his stuff on the radio I will never know !!!

@jenniferzeleznick6521

LOVE THIS!!!

@philipnoelroberts

Just remembered this song today!! Very few great versions of Beatles Songs, this is one of them!! Wonderful vocals.

@moggiee1

Best version ever

@busmonkeyful

I agree with you,just remembered it the other day

@franciscojavierjuarezpache3925

Mi versión favorita bueno a parte de la de The Beatles!!!

@weeyin1155

A wonderful song. Thank you and thanks to annie482000 for giving a share.

@kazuowatanabe9474

It's A Good Ballad Tune 😎 👍 I Like This Mr. Gary US Bonds's Version Than Beatles' Original Version 😁 Thanks To Upload 😀 Thank You So Much 🙇

@keithharvey7230

Should have been massive hit.

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