About the song
Kenny Rogers & The First Edition, a popular country rock band of the 1970s, released “Cherish” as a heartfelt ballad about the enduring power of love. This poignant song, with its soulful melody and Rogers’ emotive vocals, became a hit single and a staple of the band’s live performances.
With its introspective lyrics and romantic theme, “Cherish” explores the universal themes of love, loss, and the passage of time. Rogers’ heartfelt delivery and the band’s lush harmonies create a powerful and moving listening experience.
The opening lines, “Cherish the moments, the sweet summer days,” set the stage for a song that celebrates the beauty and fragility of love. Rogers reflects on the fleeting nature of time and the importance of appreciating the moments we share with loved ones. The song’s refrain, “Cherish the ones you love, for they won’t be around forever,” conveys a sense of urgency and a reminder to cherish the people who matter most in our lives.
Throughout the song, Rogers uses vivid imagery and relatable anecdotes to illustrate the power of love. He references the “autumn leaves” and the “winter snow,” symbolizing the changing seasons of life and the enduring nature of love. The lyrics evoke a sense of nostalgia and a longing for the past, while also expressing a hope for a brighter future.
“Cherish” is more than just a romantic ballad; it is a testament to the enduring power of human connection. Rogers’ heartfelt lyrics and the band’s soulful performance resonate with listeners of all ages, reminding us of the importance of love, gratitude, and the fleeting nature of time. This timeless classic continues to touch the hearts of audiences worldwide, serving as a reminder to cherish the ones we love and make the most of every moment.
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Lyrics
Cherish is the word I use to describe All the feeling
that I have Hiding here for you inside You don’t know how many times I wished
that I had told you You don’t know how many times I wished that I could hold
you You don’t know how many times I’ve wished that I could mold you into someone
Who could cherish me as much as I cherish youPerish is the word that more than applies
To the hope in my heart each time I realize
That I am not going to be the one
To share your dreams
That I am not going to be the one
To share your schemes
That I am not going to be the one
To share what seems to be the life
That you could cherish me as much as I do yoursOh, I’m beginning to think
That man has never found
The words that could make you want me
That have the right amount of letters
Just the right sound
That could make you hear
Make you see
That you’re driving me out of my mindOh I could say I need you
But then you’d realize that I want you
Just like a thousand other guys
Who say they’d love you
With all the rest of their lives
When all they wanted was to
Touch your face, your hands
And gaze into your eyesCherish is the word I use to describe
All the feeling that I have hiding here for you inside
You don’t know how many times
I wished that I had told you
You don’t know how many times
I wished that I could hold you
You don’t know how many times
I wished that I could mold you into someone
That could cherish me as much as I cherish youAnd I do
Cherish you
And I do
I cherish you
Yes I do
I cherish you