Always
Eternal Devotion: Joan Armatrading's Enduring Affection in 'Always'
Lyrics
You never say
You never express verbally
I love you
Love is not explicitly stated
You have to add
To convey affection, an addition is required
Always
Assurance of constancy and commitment
And if I cry
If tears surface
You wipe the tears away
You provide comfort by wiping them away
You say you'll be here darling
You promise to be present
Always
Reiteration of enduring commitment
But always is a long long time
The concept of "always" is emphasized
And time can change so much
Time is acknowledged as a factor of change
I want to stay with you
Expressing a desire for continued companionship
Always
Reaffirmation of the enduring commitment
Oh the gifts that you bring
Acknowledgment of the valuable offerings in the relationship
Darling you have given me
Gratitude for the joy provided by the partner
The joy of living
The joy of living is attributed to the partner in all aspects
In every way
Expressing overall satisfaction in every way
After all this time
Despite the passage of time
Things haven't changed so much
Notable aspects haven't undergone significant alterations
I want to stay with you
Expressing a persistent desire for togetherness
Always
Reiteration of the commitment to always stay together
You still say I love you
Continued expression of love even after time has passed
Always
Reaffirmation of enduring love and commitment
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