About the song
Title: Explore the Heartbreaking Sincerity of Bread’s “Everything I Own”
Before you press play, let’s delve into the deeply emotional world of Bread’s “Everything I Own.” This isn’t just a song; it’s a poignant and heart-wrenching ballad that expresses the profound pain of loss and the enduring power of love, delivered with David Gates’s soulful vocals and a timeless melody that continues to resonate with listeners worldwide. Prepare to be moved by its raw sincerity and enduring message.
Released in 1972 as a single, “Everything I Own” quickly became one of Bread’s most recognizable and beloved songs. The song, written by David Gates, captures the feeling of deep loss and the longing for a loved one who is gone. Its gentle arrangement, combined with the heartbreaking lyrics and Gates’s emotive vocals, creates an atmosphere of quiet reflection and profound sadness.
“Everything I Own” was a major commercial success, reaching the top 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and becoming a staple on adult contemporary radio. While the song itself didn’t win any specific major Grammy Awards, it was a key track in Bread’s highly successful catalog and its impact on popular culture is undeniable. It has become a timeless classic, covered by numerous artists and celebrated for its emotional honesty.
Why does “Everything I Own” continue to resonate with audiences today? Perhaps it’s the universal experience of loss and the profound pain of missing someone deeply that the song so eloquently captures. Maybe it’s the vulnerability in Gates’s vocal delivery and the timeless melody that makes it so unforgettable. Or it could be the way the song evokes a sense of both heartbreak and enduring love, making it feel both deeply personal and universally relatable. Whatever the reason, it’s a song that touches the soul and invites listeners to feel deeply.
So, take a moment to relax and allow the heartfelt beauty of Bread’s “Everything I Own” to wash over you. It’s a deeply moving and unforgettable song that will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression. Now, click play and let this classic remind you of the power of love and loss and the enduring human experience of grief.
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Lyrics
You sheltered me from harm
Kept me warm, kept me warm
You gave my life to me
Set me free, set me free
The finest years I ever knew
Were all the years I had with you
And I would give anything I own
I’d give up my life, my heart, my home
I would give everything I own
Just to have you back again
You taught me how to love
What it’s of, what it’s of
You never said too much
But still you showed the way
And I knew from watching you
Nobody else could ever know
The part of me that can’t let go
And I would give anything I own
I’d give up my life, my heart, my home
I would give everything I own
Just to have you back again
Is there someone you know
Your loving them so
But taking them all for granted?
You may lose them one day
Someone takes them away
And they don’t hear the words you long to say
I would give anything I own
I’d give up my life, my heart, my home
I would give everything I own
Just to have you back again
Just to touch you once again
