Full Lyrics
Who knows how long I've loved you
You know I love you still
Will I wait a lonely lifetime
If you want me to, I will
For if I ever saw you
I didn't catch your name
But it never really mattered
I will always feel the same
Love you forever and forever
Love you with all my heart
Love you whenever we're together
Love you when we're apart
And when at last I find you
Your song will fill the air
Sing it loud so I can hear you
Make it easy to be near you
For the things you do endear you to me
Oh, you know I will
I will
About This Song
"I Will" is a short, tender love song written by Paul McCartney for The Beatles' 1968 White Album. At just 1 minute and 46 seconds, it's one of the shortest Beatles songs, but also one of the sweetest.
McCartney has said he wrote this song about his ideal woman, before he had met Linda Eastman (whom he would later marry). The simple acoustic arrangement and heartfelt lyrics create an intimate, gentle atmosphere.
The song's brevity and sweetness make it perfect as a lullaby. Parents love its simple message of unconditional love and devotion, and its short length means children can hear the whole song before drifting off to sleep.