Like the moon moves the tides
You influence my mind
Like the planets and the stars
Keep the rhythm to your time
Are you happy with him
Yes, I let you go
Girl, I love you
Cherie, I love you
Girl, I love you
Cherie, I love you
I was a fool to let you go
Like the alchemist
Who couldn’t resist the devil’s kiss
Base metal into gold
And the psychiatrist
Who’s battling deep within his own soul
I was like them down the hole
All the memories of our life
Like Venice in spring
New York City summers
Paris, London winters’ chill
I love you so
Want you to know
I love you so
As the apples fall, the leaves turn
Make it to autumn’s call
But you still know your way
Never be outdone at all
And if I falter, I see it in our child
Girl, I love you
Cherie, I love you
Girl, I love you
No, I won’t let go
Girl, I love you
Cherie, I love you
Girl, I love you
No, I can’t let go
Girl, I need your sunshine to feel alright
Girl, I need your sunshine to feel alright
Exploring the Emotional Depths of “Cherie”
Billy Idol’s “Cherie” is a heartfelt ode to lost love and longing, weaving celestial imagery with deeply human emotions. The lyrics draw on cosmic metaphors, comparing the influence of a loved one to the pull of the moon and the rhythm of the planets, suggesting an inescapable, gravitational bond. Idol’s confession of regret—”I was a fool to let you go”—speaks to a universal experience of realizing the value of something only after it’s gone. The song traverses memories shared in romantic cities and changing seasons, emphasizing love’s persistence even as time moves forward. The recurring plea, “Girl, I need your sunshine to feel alright,” highlights the dependence on a partner’s warmth and light, making “Cherie” both intimate and relatable.
Song Credits
- Artist: Billy Idol