Unchained Melody - Lucy Thomas - (Official Music Video)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mqkx7Av6yMg
"Unchained Melody" was written in 1955 by Alex North and Hy Zaret for the film "Unchained".
The song has become one of the most popular songs ever written.
"Unchained Melody" has been recorded over 1,500 times notably in 1965 by The Righteous Brothers.
Lyrics
[Refrain]
Woah, my love, my darling
I've hungered for your touch
A long, lonely time
And time goes by so slowly
And time can do so much
Are you still mine?
I need your love
I need your love
Godspeed your love to me
[Bridge]
Lonely rivers flow
To the sea, to the sea
To the open arms of the sea, yeah
Lonely rivers sigh
"Wait for me, wait for me"
I'll be coming home, wait for me
[Refrain]
Woah, my love, my darling
I've hungered, hungered for your touch
A long, lonely time
And time goes by so slowly
And time can do so much
Are you still mine?
I need your love
I, I need your love
Godspeed your love to me
Righteous Brothers | Unchained Melody [From the Movie Ghost]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MhAE3lQ_FHg
The Righteous Brothers are an American musical duo originally formed by Bill Medley and Bobby Hatfield but now comprising Medley and Bucky Heard. Medley formed the group with Hatfield in 1963.
What is the story behind Unchained Melody?
The song that has served as a backdrop for dances and weddings was born as a soundtrack of a more conventional variety. It's named “Unchained Melody” not because it concerns itself with the various freedoms and captivations of romantic love, but because it was written, originally, for a movie about life in prison.
Stunning "Unchained Melody" - Lucy Thomas #shorts
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The Timeless Longing of 'Unchained Melody'
The song 'Unchained Melody' by The Righteous Brothers is a poignant ballad that has stood the test of time, resonating with audiences for its deep emotional pull and the universal theme of longing for a loved one. The lyrics express a deep yearning for closeness and the pain of separation, a sentiment that many can relate to. The song's title itself suggests a melody that is free and boundless, much like the love and desire that the singer feels.
The opening lines, 'Oh, my love, my darling, I've hungered for your touch, A long, lonely time,' set the tone for the entire song. The singer is reaching out to their beloved, expressing an intense need for physical and emotional connection that has been absent for what feels like an eternity. The repetition of 'time goes by so slowly' emphasizes the agony of waiting and the slow passage of time when one is separated from their love. The rhetorical question 'Are you still mine?' reveals the singer's insecurity and fear that the bond may have weakened over time.
The imagery of 'lonely rivers' flowing to the sea symbolizes the singer's own journey and the hope of reunion. Rivers are often used in poetry and song to represent life's journey, and in this context, they suggest a natural, inevitable movement toward coming together with the loved one. The plea 'wait for me' is a promise of return and a call for the beloved to remain faithful. The spiritual element 'God sent your love to me' and 'God speed your love to me' adds a layer of destiny and divine intervention to the love story, suggesting that their connection is something sacred and meant to be. 'Unchained Melody' is a timeless classic that captures the essence of love's longing and the hope for its fulfillment.