Lyrics for "All the Way Round" by Marvin Gaye

Lyrics by Marvin Gaye

Should you be inclined to proceed, let us commence.
However, what will your demeanor be on this occasion?
Prior to shedding our inhibitions, revealing our true selves,
It is imperative that we establish a clear mutual comprehension.
My philosophical outlook was not comprehended by you, my dear.
Indeed, your grasp of the situation was lacking.
Instead, you simply absconded from my presence.

My darling, I yearn for your presence.
Indeed, my dear, I truly long for you; I keenly feel your absence.
Among all my experiences, you stand as the most exceptional.
Despite your challenging nature, my dear, it appears I am inexplicably drawn to you as you are.
Even though you decline to grant me dominion over various aspects,
I nonetheless perceive you as being profoundly significant.

Ah, it becomes apparent now that you are directly addressing the core issue.
Your assertion, my dear, is that as you acquire more, your desire for me intensifies.
Indeed, my beloved, you are certainly not squandering my valuable time.
The qualities I observe in you, my dear, are exceedingly rare to encounter.
Notwithstanding your extensive wanderings throughout the city, my love,
And engaging in various liaisons, I nevertheless feel compelled to welcome your return.
Even if you, my angel, possess a proclivity for promiscuity, it truly does not trouble me in the slightest.
This is because your intimate prowess remains unsurpassed, even when considerable distance separates us.

My dear, should you once more abscond,
Verily, my very soul would be irrevocably fractured.
Do not convey to me that the affection we cultivated
Was merely for the sake of nostalgia.
Remaining awake, anticipating your nocturnal return,
Proved to be immensely challenging to endure.
Her assertion was that such anguish might prove eternally irreparable.
Consequently, she suggested we exist as only occasional romantic partners.
Alas, my darling, it was at that precise juncture that my sorrowful heart shattered completely.

Should you, perchance, possess a female companion whom you aspire to make your spouse,
It is incumbent upon you to cherish and adore her throughout the entirety of your existence.
In the event that you have a comely young woman and wish her to be your marital partner,
You are obligated to treat her with kindness and maintain profound affection for her for the duration of your days.
Furthermore, if you find yourself with a lady friend whom you intend to take as your wife,
You must then accord her proper care and dedicate your perpetual love to her.

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