The song lyrics were written by the band Van Halen, as they were asked to write a song for the 1979 movie "Over the Edge" starring Matt Dillon. The movie (and the lyrics, although more obliquely) are about bored, rebellious youth with nothing better to do than get into trouble. If you see the movie, these lyrics will make more sense. It's a great movie if you grew up in the 70s/80s you'll definitely remember some of these characters from your own life. Fun fact, after writing the song, Van Halen decided not to let the movie use it.
I can't forget you ever since the moment that I met you
You've been on my mind
And I need to somehow let you know
That I think about you all the time
So when you think about love think about me
I can give you more than you'll ever need
Sooner or later every heart needs some company
When you think about love think about me
When you think about love think about me
We were strangers now I'm already wrapped around your finger
Oh what's a heart to do
'Cause it lingers the thought of you
Wanting me as much as I want you
So when you think about love think about me...
Makes me blue I'm not holding you tonight
'Cause only you can satisfy this heart of mine
So when you think about love think about me...
So when you think about love think about me...
You've been on my mind
And I need to somehow let you know
That I think about you all the time
So when you think about love think about me
I can give you more than you'll ever need
Sooner or later every heart needs some company
When you think about love think about me
When you think about love think about me
We were strangers now I'm already wrapped around your finger
Oh what's a heart to do
'Cause it lingers the thought of you
Wanting me as much as I want you
So when you think about love think about me...
Makes me blue I'm not holding you tonight
'Cause only you can satisfy this heart of mine
So when you think about love think about me...
So when you think about love think about me...
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Think About Love (Think About Me) Lyrics as written by Tom Campbell Richard Brannan
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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