"I Wish You Love" is a song originally written by Charles Trenet in French, titled "Que reste-t-il de nos amours?" It has been covered by various artists over the years, including Engelbert Humperdinck. The song is about bidding farewell to a past love and wishing them well in their future endeavors. The narrator acknowledges that their romantic relationship has come to an end, but they still genuinely care for the person and want the best for them. The lyrics express the narrator's sincere wishes for the person they are saying goodbye to. They wish the person to find happiness and joy in life, represented by bluebirds singing in the spring and a refreshing glass of lemonade on a summer day. The narrator also wishes the person good health, emphasizing that it is more important than wealth. The line "My breaking heart and I agree that you and I could never be" implies that the relationship ended because the two individuals were not meant to be together. Despite the pain and heartbreak, the narrator has come to terms with it and wants to set the other person free. The song continues by wishing the person shelter from life's storms and a warm fire to bring them comfort. The ultimate wish is for the person to find love in their life, even after the narrator's departure. The mention of snowflakes falling adds a touch of nostalgia and hope for a positive future. Overall, "I Wish You Love" is a heartfelt and sincere message of well wishes to a former lover. The narrator wants the best for the other person, even though their own heart is breaking.
