Truly Madly Deeply is a classic romantic pop ballad by the Australian pop duo Savage Garden, consisting of Darren Hayes (vocals) and Daniel Jones (instrumentals). Released in 1997 as the third single from their self-titled debut studio album Savage Garden, it quickly became their breakthrough international hit and one of the most iconic love songs of the 1990s.
A soft, melodic track driven by gentle piano, acoustic guitar and Darren Hayes’ soaring, emotive vocals, its lyrics capture pure, unwavering love and lifelong devotion—with heartfelt lines about cherishing a partner and promising endless care, free of overly dramatic flair, making it resonate with listeners for its sincerity.
Commercially, the song topped the US Billboard Hot 100 (their first and only US number one), dominated pop charts across Europe, Asia and Oceania, and earned platinum certifications in multiple countries. It also became a staple for weddings, romantic playlists and pop radio, solidifying its status as a timeless pop love ballad. Beyond its chart success, Truly Madly Deeply defined Savage Garden’s signature sound—blending pop sensibilities with heartfelt, melodic songwriting—and remains their most recognizable and beloved track to this day.
I'll be your dream, I'll be your wish, I'll be your fantasy
I'll be your hope, I'll be your love, be everything that you need
I love you more with every breath truly, madly, deeply do
I will be strong, I will be faithful 'cause I'm counting on
A new beginnin'
A reason for livin'
A deeper meaning, yeah
Well, I wanna stand with you on a mountain
I wanna bathe with you in the sea
I wanna lay like this forever
Until the sky falls down on me
And when the stars are shining brightly in the velvet sky
I'll make a wish, send it to heaven, then make you want to cry
The tears of joy for all the pleasure and the certainty
That we're surrounded by the comfort and protection
Of the highest powers
In lonely hours (lonely hours, girl)
The tears devour you
Well, I wanna stand with you on a mountain
I wanna bathe with you in the sea
I wanna lay like this forever
Until the sky falls down on me
Oh, can you see it, baby?
You don't have to close your eyes
It's standin' right before you
All that you need will surely come
Ooh-ooh-ooh, yeah
I'll be your dream, I'll be your wish, I'll be your fantasy
I'll be your hope, I'll be your love, be everything that you need
I'll love you more with every breath, truly, madly, deeply do
Mm
I wanna stand with you on a mountain
I wanna bathe with you in the sea
I wanna lay like this forever
Until the sky falls down on me
Well, I wanna stand with you on a mountain
I wanna bathe with you in the sea
I want to live like this forever
Until the sky falls down on me
Ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh-yeah
Ooh-ooh-ooh
La-la-di-da-yeah, da-yeah, la
La-la-di-da-yeah, da-yeah, la