My friend, a 58-year-old engineer, holds "It's Sad to Belong"* as one of his favorite songs, next to "Somewhere in Time". Life has unfolded a remarkable journey for him. He has four (4) children from his first marriage, a chapter marked by his wife's decision to leave them for her college classmate, leading to their (wife and new spouse's) relocation to the United States.
However, destiny had other plans. Another remarkable woman entered his life. They got married. She filled the void in his heart and nurtured his children, who have since grown into successful individuals.
As life's story continued to unfold, he encountered yet another woman, whom he believes to be his soulmate, bringing a new chapter of love and companionship into his life for some time. Silently he wished he had a travel machine to start a new life with her and live happily ever after.
Eden Ahbez said,
The greatest thing you'll ever learn is just to love and be loved in return.
The true essence of life lies in the reciprocal exchange of love in its truest form. It suggests that the ability to both give and receive love is the most valuable and enriching aspect of the human experience, and it's what brings meaning and fulfillment to our lives.
England Dan & John Ford Coley's classic hit, "It's Sad to Belong," remains a timeless ballad that has touched the hearts of generations with its poignant lyrics and soulful melody. Released in 1977, this song has etched itself into the annals of music history, resonating with listeners across the world.
It narrates a tale of a chance encounter that sparks an undeniable connection between two (2) people who are both or one of them is, already committed to another. The singer expresses the profound sadness of belonging to someone else when the right person unexpectedly appears in his / her life. It is a poignant reflection on the complexities of love and the choices we make.
The song's chorus strikes a chord with anyone who has ever felt the pangs of unfulfilled love. The lyrics, "Yes, it's sad to belong to someone else when the right one comes along," capture the universal longing for a deep and genuine connection.
Many of us, at some point, have yearned for a love that seems just out of reach. We can just whisper --
"I passionately miss the moments we never had."
Listen.
As the song gently plays on, it's hard not to reflect on the words of Princess Diana:
I don't go by the rule book; I lead from the heart, not the head.
Princess Diana's approach to life and love was rooted in authenticity, much like the sentiment expressed in "It's Sad to Belong". This song reminds us that love, even when complicated, is one of the most genuine expressions of the human heart.
The bridge of the song, "So I'll live my life in a dream world for the rest of my days, just you and me, walking hand in hand in a wishful memory," encapsulates the bittersweet beauty of cherished moments that might never be. It's a reminder that some loves remain in the realm of "what if" -- a place where we can only visit in our hearts and minds.
"It's Sad to Belong" continues to resonate with music lovers of all generations because it reflects the timeless emotions of love and longing.
Whether you've experienced a love that couldn't be or simply appreciate the beauty of its melody and lyrics, this song holds a special place in the hearts of many. It reminds us that the pursuit of true love is a journey filled with both joy and sorrow, but it's a journey worth taking. (Sighs)
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*Lyrics:
Met you on a springtime day
You were mindin' your life, and I was mindin' mine too
Lady, when you looked my way
I had a strange sensation, and darlin', that's when I knew
That it's sad to belong to someone else
When the right one comes along
Yes, it's sad to belong to someone else
When the right one comes along
Oh, I wake up in the night
And I reach beside me, hoping you would be there
But instead, I find someone
Who believed in me when I said I'd always care
Oh, it's sad to belong to someone else
When the right one comes along
Yes, it's sad to belong to someone else
When the right one comes along
So I'll live my life in a dream world
For the rest of my days
Just you and me, walking hand in hand
In a wishful memory
Oh, I guess it's all that it would ever be
I wish I had a time machine
I could make myself go back until the day I was born
And I would live my life again
And rearrange it so that I'd be yours from now on
Oh, it's sad to belong to someone else
When the right one comes along
Yes, it's sad to belong to someone else
When the right one comes along
Oh, it's sad to belong to someone else
When the right one comes along
Yes, it's sad to belong to someone else
When the right one comes along
Oh, it's sad to belong to someone else
When the right one comes along
Yes, it's sad to belong to someone else
When the right one comes along
Yes, it's sad to belong to someone else
When the right one comes along
Source: Musixmatch
Songwriters: Randy Goodrum
It’s Sad to Belong lyrics © Famous Music Llc
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