21 Simple Song Lyrics People Believe Are The Most Romantic Ever Written

Recently, we asked members of our BuzzFeed Community, "What's the most romantic song lyric ever written?" and, whew, did hopeless romantics come through with all kinds of beautiful responses!

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So, with that in mind, here are just a few of the most popular responses shared:

1."Lover" by Taylor Swift

"'You’ll save all your dirtiest jokes for me. And at every table, I’ll save you a seat.'"

—charliejb

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2."Your Song" by Elton John

"'I hope you don’t mind I put down in words. How wonderful life is now you're in the world.'"

—happyghoul61

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3."Halo" by Beyoncé

"'Hit me like a ray of sun burning through my darkest night. You're the only one that I want, think I'm addicted to your light. I swore I'd never fall again, but this don't even feel like falling.'"

—stella1306

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4."Unchained Melody" by the Righteous Brothers

"'Oh, my love, my darling, I've hungered for your touch.'"

—smuglybugly

You can swoon over the full song here:

5."Wichita Lineman" by Glen Campbell

"'And I need you more than want you. And I want you for all time.'"

—aseverson

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6."Work Song" by Hozier

"'When my time comes around, lay me gently in the cold dark earth. No grave can hold my body down. I’ll crawl home to her.'"

—veere

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7."Kiss Me" by Ed Sheeran

"'And your heart’s against my chest. My lips pressed to your neck. I’m falling for your eyes, but they don’t know me yet. And, with a feeling I’ll forget, I’m in love now.'"

—zojuoko

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8."Stand by Me" by Ben E. King

"'If the sky that we look upon should tumble and fall, or the mountains should crumble to the sea. I won't cry, I won't cry, no I won't shed a tear. Just as long as you stand, stand by me.'"

—kayteeru

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9."Everlong" by Foo Fighters

"'Breathe out, so I can breathe you in.'"

—maggisaarb

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10."Just the Way You Are" by Bruno Mars

"When I see your face, there's not a thing that I would change, 'cause you're amazing, just the way you are."

—andersonamelia497

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11."All I Want Is You" by U2

"'All the promises we make, from the cradle to the grave, when all I want is you.'"

—rcdpowers1999

You can swoon over the full song here:

12."If I Should Fall Behind" by Bruce Springsteen

"And I'll wait for you, and if I should fall behind, wait for me."

—shugadumplin13

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13."I'll Be" by Edwin McCain

"'I'll be your cryin' shoulder. I'll be love's suicide, And I'll be better when I'm older. I'll be the greatest fan of your life.'"

—aditson

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14."All I Ask of You" from The Phantom of the Opera

"'Say you'll share with me one love, one lifetime. Say the word and I will follow you. Share each day with me each night, each morning. Say you love me. Love me, that's all I ask of you.'"

—robyntheresa

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15."Open Arms" by Journey

"'Lying beside you here in the dark, feeling your heartbeat with mine. Softly you whisper, you're so sincere. How could our love be so blind?'"

—crafty_gm

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16."Vanilla Twilight" by Owl City

"'Because the spaces between your fingers are right where mine fit perfectly.'"

—rachell11

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17."Chinese Satellite" by Phoebe Bridgers

"'But you know I'd stand on a corner, embarrassed with a picket sign, if it meant I would see you when I die.'"

—jessicalynch86

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18."Come What May" from Moulin Rouge!

"'Storm clouds may gather and stars may collide, but I'll love you until the end of time.'"

—hex87

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19."I Can't Help Falling in Love with You" by Elvis

"Take my hand, take my whole life too."

—ashleighsuggs

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20."Forever" by the Beach Boys

"If every word I said could make you laugh, I'd talk forever."

—ninabeautie

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And finally:

21."All of Me" by John Legend

"'How many times do I have to tell you? Even when you're crying you're beautiful too. The world is beating you down. I'm around through every mood. You're my downfall. You're my muse. My worst distraction, my rhythm and blues. I can't stop singing. It's ringing, in my head for you.'"

—mollyisadragonauthor

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You've read their picks, but now it's your turn. Which lyrics did they miss? What do you think is the most romantic song lyric ever written? Share your pick(s) in the comments below!

Some responses were edited for length and/or clarity.