All That You Give
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The lyrics move between a repeated expression of appreciation and a confession of distress. The speaker names what another person is, has, and gives, then describes being heard while speaking intensely and being seen in tears. This creates a contrast: the other person seems to offer something meaningful, while the speaker is grieving. The repeated lines may sound like gratitude, reassurance, or a reminder of the other personโs value.
โRavingโ suggests talking wildly or with strong emotion, though it could also simply mean speaking excitedly. The speaker says the other person hears this speech and sees the crying, so the relationship appears to involve being witnessed during a difficult moment. โGrieving from my hat down to my shoesโ is an unusual image that makes sorrow seem to cover the speaker completely, from head to toe. It may be playful or exaggerated rather than a literal description.
The lyrics do not explain what the speaker is grieving, or exactly what โall that you giveโ refers to. It could mean affection, support, or the qualities and resources the other person shares. The repetition may express deep gratitude, but it might also feel like a plea or an attempt to hold on to someone. The song leaves the source of the grief and the nature of the connection open.