Lonely Hearts

Somewhere within the midnight darkness hides,
within the shadows of a moody moon,
the notions love will be appearing soon;
bleak thoughts that only lonely hearts confide.

For it is true a lonely heart will yearn
with longings for a tender love that’s real
in hopes that they will somehow, someday feel
that sweet caress that make the passions burn.

As Sergeant Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band
once sang their songs of life and love and woe,
a yearning heart, enslaved by life’s command,
is destined to forever feel the blow,
an emptiness of loveless life unplanned 
that only lonely hearts will ever know.


June 25, 2025
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Velasco Avatar
August 5, 2025 at 11:45 PM
John, this flows with such classic elegance — both melancholy and beautifully lyrical. The Beatles reference was a perfect touch, tying the theme together with depth and nostalgia. You’ve captured the ache of loneliness in such a relatable, poetic way. Lovely work.
Gondolf Avatar
August 6, 2025 at 2:49 AM
Thank you so much for your lovely comment, Rowena, I’m glad you enjoyed it. John
James Avatar
July 31, 2025 at 2:28 AM
I could feel the sadness as I was reading your words John. You always express emotions and love so very well. Hugs, Emilia : )
Gondolf Avatar
July 31, 2025 at 2:46 AM
Thank you for sharing your thoughts and comments, Emilia, I appreciate it. I hope all is well with you. Hugs, John
Nicole Avatar
June 25, 2025 at 7:26 PM
When a deep longing within tugs at the heart, it can create a sweet and tender ache. I understand your thoughts completely, John. This is beautiful and emotional, all at the same time. My best to you. Hugs, Brandy
Gondolf Avatar
June 26, 2025 at 2:34 AM
Thank you for sharing your thoughts on tender longings, Brandy, seems we both think alike. Have a wonderful day. Hugs, John
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