To know, know, know her
Is to love, love, love her
Just to see her smile
Makes my life worthwhile
Yes, just to know, know, know her
Is to love, love, love her
And I do and I do
And I do
I’ll be good to her
I’ll make love to her
Everyone says there’ll come a day
When I walk alongside of her
Yes, just to know, know, know her
Is to love, love, love her
And I do and I and I do And I do
And I and I do and I and I do and I
Why can’t she see?
How blind can she be?
Some day, she’ll see
That she was meant just for me, oh, oh
To know, know, know her
Is to love, love, love her
Just to see her smile
Makes my life worthwhile
Yes, just to know, know, know her
Is to love, love, love her
And I do and I and I do And I do
And I and I do and I and I do and I
Why can’t she see?
How blind can she be?
Some day, she’ll see
That she was meant just for me, oh, oh
To know, know, know her
Is to love, love, love her
Just to see her smile
Makes my life worthwhile
Yes, just to know, know, know her
Is to love, love, love her
And I do and I and I do And I do
And I do
The Power of Simple Devotion
“To Know Her Is To Love Her” by The Beatles beautifully captures the innocence and purity of unrequited love. The lyrics revolve around the idea that truly knowing someone leads to an unshakable affection. The song’s narrator expresses unwavering devotion, finding joy in simple gestures like a smile. Despite the uncertainty of whether his feelings will be reciprocated, the hope remains steadfast. The repetition of key phrases adds a hypnotic, heartfelt sincerity, making the listener feel the depth of longing and optimism that love brings.
Yearning and Hopefulness
Throughout the song, there’s a sense of vulnerability as the narrator wonders why his beloved can’t see how much she means to him. Yet, the hope that one day she’ll realize they are meant for each other gives the song its emotional core. This theme of patient, hopeful love resonates, making it a timeless piece.
Song Credits
Written by Phil Spector. Performed by The Beatles. Originally recorded in 1962.