The song "That Promise" by Engelbert Humperdinck explores the themes of broken promises and the uncertainty of love. The protagonist of the song is reflecting on a promise that their partner made to be good to them but ultimately broke due to the presence of another person, referred to as "the boy." The lyrics suggest that the protagonist is questioning their trust in their partner. They mention that they could name several other instances where promises were broken, making it difficult for them to rely on their partner. The protagonist expresses their desire for their partner to forget about the other person and prove their love and loyalty. The promise in question is seen as unreliable until the partner takes actions to demonstrate their commitment. The protagonist urges their partner to think about the promise and truly follow through on it. The repetition of "do, do, do" emphasizes the importance of action and not just words. Overall, the song captures the emotions of disappointment, doubt, and the need for reassurance in a relationship. Through its lyrics, "That Promise" conveys the story of a person questioning their partner's reliability and longing for them to demonstrate their love and keep their promises.
