Tennessee Waltz
Acuff Roy Lyrics
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When an old friend, I happened to see
I introduced him to my loved one and while they were dancing
My friend stole my sweetheart from me
I remember the night and the Tennessee Waltz
Only you know how much I have lost
Yes, I lost my little darling the night they were playing
I was dancing with my darling to the Tennessee Waltz
When an old friend, I happened to see
I introduced him to my loved one and while they were dancing
My friend stole my sweetheart from me
I remember the night and the Tennessee Waltz
Only you know how much I have lost
Yes, I lost my little darling the night they were playing
That beautiful Tennessee Waltz
Acuff Roy's song "Tennessee Waltz" is a classic country ballad that tells the story of a heartbroken person who lost their sweetheart to a so-called friend. The singer begins by narrating how they were dancing with their loved one to the tune of the "Tennessee Waltz," a slow and sorrowful song that matches the melancholic mood of the story. However, their happy night took a wrong turn when the singer's "old friend" appears.
The singer introduced the friend to their lover and watched them dance together. Little did they know that their supposed friend would steal their sweetheart right under their nose. The singer expresses their despair and how much they lost - their lover and the special memories they shared that night. The Tennessee Waltz, a once beautiful song, now serves as a painful reminder of what they have lost.
The song's melancholic melody and lyrics evoke feelings of heartbreak and betrayal, making it a timeless classic in the country music genre. The story of lost love and betrayal is relatable and has resonated with listeners through the years.
Line by Line Meaning
I was dancing with my darling to the Tennessee Waltz
I was enjoying a dance with my loved one to the delightful tune of the Tennessee Waltz
When an old friend, I happened to see
Suddenly, I came across an old acquaintance of mine
I introduced him to my loved one and while they were dancing
I made the introduction between my sweetheart and my friend and they started to dance together
My friend stole my sweetheart from me
Unfortunately, my friend won my sweetheart's heart and took her away from me
I remember the night and the Tennessee Waltz
I can't forget that night and the enchanting Tennessee Waltz
Only you know how much I have lost
No one else can understand how much I've suffered due to this loss
Yes, I lost my little darling the night they were playing
Yes, I lost my beloved partner that night when the Tennessee Waltz was playing
That beautiful Tennessee Waltz
The melody of the Tennessee Waltz was so lovely, but it ultimately took away my love
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Redd Stewart, Pee Wee King
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