Oh, how sweet it is to be loved by you
I needed the shelter of someone's arms and there you were
I needed someone to understand my ups and downs
And there you were, with sweet love all around
Oh, how sweet it is to be loved by you
I close my eyes and I can see you smile
You touch my hand and I understand
How sweet it is to be loved by you
I didn't know just what love was for
I'd only felt the breaking of a heart
But then you came and opened up the door
And there was so much more
Oh, how sweet it is to be loved by you
I close my eyes and I can see you smile
You touch my hand and I understand
How sweet it is to be loved by you
I can feel so secure when I'm in your arms
I can let down my defenses and feel your warmth
You show me how a love can be strong and gentle
And oh, how sweet it is to be loved by you
Oh, how sweet it is to be loved by you
I close my eyes and I can see you smile
You touch my hand and I understand
How sweet it is to be loved by you
"How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)" is a 1964 song written by Motown songwriters, Brian Holland, Lamont Dozier, and Eddie Holland, and first recorded by American soul singer Marvin Gaye.