Lionel Richie - You Are Lyrics
Lyrics
Baby you'll find
There's only one love
Yours and mine
I've got so much love
And needing you so
My love for you
I'll never let go
I've got so much love
All I want is to hold you
Let me show how much I love you baby (Show you)
I don't mind and I don't mind (Loving you)
Girl I love you
There's no one above you
(Chorus)
You are the sun
You are the rain
That makes my life this foolish game
You need to know
I love you so
And I'd do it all again and again
Tell me it's true
I can't believe you do what you do
I've got so much love
And my love you'll see
We'll stay together, just you and me
I've got so much love
Only you (know me)
Tell me how to love you baby (show me)
I don't mind and I don't mind (tell me)
Girl, I love you
Always thinking of you
(Chorus)
You are the sun
You are the rain
That makes my life this foolish game
You need to know
I love you so
And I'd do it all again and again
I know you know the way I feel
And I need your love for always
Cause when I'm with you
I fall in love
Again and again and again, Baby.
(Repeat Chorus)
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You Are
Meaning & Inspiration
Lionel Richie's "You Are," released on May 5, 1992, as part of *The Definitive Collection*, is a powerful declaration of enduring love and devotion that resonates deeply with the spiritual underpinnings of commitment and partnership. While not explicitly a Christian song, its message aligns beautifully with biblical principles of steadfast affection and the profound impact one person can have on another's life. The song paints a picture of a love so all-encompassing that the object of affection becomes the very source of life's joy and meaning, much like the Psalmist describes God as the wellspring of all life, saying, "For with you is the fountain of life; in your light we see light" (Psalm 36:9). Richie expresses a profound need and desire to cherish and protect this love, stating, "I've got so much love and needing you so," which echoes the biblical call to love one another as Christ loved the church, a sacrificial and unending love.
The core of "You Are" lies in its fervent adoration, where the beloved is depicted as fundamental to existence: "You are the sun, You are the rain." This imagery evokes the way God provides for His creation, sustaining it through every element. Just as the sun and rain are essential for growth and sustenance, the person addressed is portrayed as the vital force that makes life a meaningful, albeit sometimes "foolish game." This sense of dependence and reliance is a reflection of our own spiritual dependence on God, as Jesus himself taught, "Apart from me you can do nothing" (John 15:5). The repeated vow, "I'd do it all again and again," speaks to an unwavering commitment, mirroring the faithfulness of God, who, even when we falter, remains constant. The lyrics convey a genuine desire for mutual understanding and affirmation, a plea to know that this profound connection is reciprocated, similar to how believers seek to know God's will and His unwavering love for them, as David prayed, "Make your ways known to me, O LORD; teach me your paths" (Psalm 25:4). Richie’s sentiment that he falls in love "Again and again" with the person suggests a love that is constantly renewed and rediscovered, a beautiful parallel to the unfailing mercies of God that are new every morning (Lamentations 3:22-23). This song, through its heartfelt expressions of devotion, offers a profound exploration of what it means to be deeply loved and to love in return, highlighting the transformative power of a singular, precious connection that enriches and sustains life in its entirety.