A Smile In A Whisper
Fairground Attraction Lyrics
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Empty streets of just occasional cars
Here we lie in a lullaby
Of the stillness in our room
Words are unable to speak of love
like a smile in a whisper does
Words are unable to speak of love
like a smile in a whisper does
All of the letters in all of the words
In all of the books all over the world
They're nothing but sounds and vowels and nouns
For talking to strangers, that's all they were
Words are unable to speak of love
like a smile in a whisper does
Words are unable to speak of love
like a smile in a whisper does
Orchestra of tiny hearts
It's like pepper sprinkled on our hearts
We're threading a needle with boxing gloves
When we try and talk about love
Words are unable to speak of love
like a smile in a whisper does
Words are unable to speak of love
like a smile in a whisper does
Fairground Attraction's "A Smile In A Whisper" is a song that beautifully communicates the ineffable nature of love through its lyrics. The song begins by painting the picture of a quiet, starry night with barely any movement on the streets. The two lovers are lying together, and while there are no words, they are communicating with a language that is beyond words. The stillness in the room is like a lullaby, and it speaks to the deep connection between the two people.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the idea that words are unable to describe love adequately. The power of a smile or a whisper can trump any declaration of love that is spoken out loud. The lyrics suggest that the attempt to describe love in words is futile, as it is more about a feeling than a tangible thing that can be expressed through language. All the words, vowels and nouns in the world, are simply inadequate when it comes to love.
The final verse uses metaphors to describe the complexity of articulating love. What is so profound and personal to one person might not be to another, and therefore it is like threading a needle with boxing gloves when trying to talk about love. The imagery of the orchestra of tiny hearts, with pepper sprinkled on them evokes the idea of the fluttering sensations of love.
Line by Line Meaning
Sky of ink and diamond stars
The dark sky full of glittering stars
Empty streets of just occasional cars
The silent streets with just a few passing cars
Here we lie in a lullaby
We are in a peaceful and soothing environment
Of the stillness in our room
We are in a room filled with quietness and calmness
Words are unable to speak of love
Love is an emotion that cannot be fully expressed through words
like a smile in a whisper does
A gentle smile and a soft whisper can convey love more effectively
All of the letters in all of the words
All the alphabets and words in the world
In all of the books all over the world
Present in every book across the globe
They're nothing but sounds and vowels and nouns
Words are just made up of sounds, vowels, and nouns
For talking to strangers, that's all they were
Words are only effective when we use them to communicate with strangers
Orchestra of tiny hearts
The sound of our own heartbeats
It's like pepper sprinkled on our hearts
Love adds spice and flavor to our lives
We're threading a needle with boxing gloves
It is difficult to express love effectively
When we try and talk about love
When we attempt to communicate about love
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MARK EDWARD CASCIAN NEVIN
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Wayne Byrom
Sky of ink and diamond stars
Empty streets of just occasional cars
Here we lie in a lullaby
Of the stillness in our room
Words are unable to speak of love
like a smile in a whisper does
Words are unable to speak of love
like a smile in a whisper does
All of the letters in all of the words
In all of the books all over the world
They're nothing but sounds and vowels and nouns
For talking to strangers, that's all they were
Words are unable to speak of love
like a smile in a whisper does
Words are unable to speak of love
like a smile in a whisper does
Orchestra of tiny hearts
It's like pepper sprinkled on our hearts
We're threading a needle with boxing gloves
When we try and talk about love
Words are unable to speak of love
like a smile in a whisper does
Words are unable to speak of love
like a smile in a whisper does
The Worcestershire Cabinet Maker
It was 1989 and I fell in love with the most beautiful young girl I had ever seen. About the same time I heard a couple of your tracks on the radio. The First of a Million Kisses was your album title and it suited us. We knew we would be together forever. Now 32 years later I'm taking my young girl for radiotherapy tomorrow and can't sleep. We listened to your album time after time after time.. Eddie your voice was our love for each other. Thank you. I still can't sleep though. Thank you 🙏
Kenneth Brown
I hope and pray all went well. I can't imagine how you feel
Tom Riches
Bless you and your wife, keep strong.
mark smith
Oh my, I've also been married 32 years, cant imagine your fear, love to you both.
Michelle
Blessings to your wife I hope she is doing well 🙏
dominic townshend
I hope shes doing better.
shockingmoment
We saw her in concert recently. Still as gorgeous as ever and still the voice of an angel...
Tom Brückner
@shockingmoment Awesome, thanks!
shockingmoment
@Tom Brückner yes. Touring now. St David’s cathedral this weekend I think.
Tom Brückner
Are they still playing? I loved them when I was a young guy. Would love to see them.