The song "Less Than Three" by Kenny Holland is a love song that expresses the speaker's feelings for someone special. The title, "Less Than Three," refers to the symbol <3 which represents a heart in digital communication. In the lyrics, the speaker conveys their affection and love for the person they are addressing. They start by writing the person's name on construction paper in the shape of a heart, symbolizing their growing love. The speaker mentions how this gesture is just the beginning and promises to finish it and give it to the person later. The chorus emphasizes that the speaker doesn't need Valentine's Day (February 14th) to express their love. They believe they should be the person's love or their "prince charming" throughout the year, not just on one specific day. The speaker intends to show their love in every possible way on all the other 364 days. The lyrics also mention "candy conversations" that are sweet, and the speaker boasts that their "arrow of affection" is more powerful than Cupid's. They claim to have love and affection that surpasses the typical Valentine's Day gestures. The lyrics continue with lines that describe showering the person with roses, giving them heart-shaped boxes full of chocolates, and expressing love from their lips to their toes. These lines signify the speaker's desire to cherish and pamper the person they love. Overall, the song "Less Than Three" is a catchy and playful declaration of love, highlighting the idea that love should be expressed every day of the year, not just on Valentine's Day. The title and lyrics emphasize the deep affection and connection the speaker feels for the person they are addressing.
