You Belong to Me Lyrics - Patsy Cline

About “You Belong to Me”

“You Belong to Me” by Patsy Cline is a classic ballad from her 1962 album Sentimentally Yours. The song, produced by Owen Bradley, is a heartfelt declaration of love and longing.

• Album: Sentimentally Yours (1962)


• Release Date: August 7, 1962


• Producer: Owen Bradley


• Writers: Redd Stewart, Chilton Price, and Pee Wee King


• Recorded At: Bradley Film and Recording Studios

Annotations and Meaning.

[Verse 1]

The first verse sets a romantic tone, with the singer imagining exotic locations like the pyramids along the Nile and a tropical isle's sunrise. These vivid images are contrasted with the reminder to her beloved that "You belong to me," emphasizing the emotional connection despite the physical distance.

[Verse 2]

The second verse continues the theme of distant travel, mentioning the marketplace in Old Algiers. The request for photographs and souvenirs symbolizes the desire to stay connected through tangible memories. The verse reinforces the message of belonging and love that transcends distance.

[Bridge]

The bridge expresses the singer's loneliness and hope that her partner will also feel lonesome and blue in her absence. This section highlights the emotional struggle of being apart and the deep yearning for reunion.

[Verse 3]

In the third verse, the imagery of flying over the ocean and seeing the jungle in the rain adds to the sense of adventure and separation. The singer repeats the reassurance that "You belong to me," underlining the enduring bond despite the travels.

[Bridge]

The bridge repeats, reiterating the feelings of loneliness and hope for mutual longing. This repetition emphasizes the emotional weight of the separation.

[Verse 4]

The final verse mirrors the third, with the imagery of flying over the ocean and experiencing the jungle's rain. The song closes with a reaffirmation that "You belong to me," leaving the listener with a sense of enduring love and connection.

“You Belong to Me” by Patsy Cline is a timeless expression of love and longing. The song’s evocative imagery and heartfelt lyrics convey the depth of emotion felt during separation, making it a beloved classic.