I Hear a Rhapsody
Al Donahue And His Orchestra Lyrics


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And when I hear you call
So softly to me
I don't hear a call at all
I hear a rhapsody

And when your sparkling eyes
Are smiling at me
Then soft through the starlit skies
I hear a rhapsody

My days are so blue
When you're away
My heart longs for you
So won't you stay

My darling hold me tight
And whisper to me




Then soft through a starry night
I'll hear a rhapsody

Overall Meaning

The song "I Hear a Rhapsody" by Al Donahue And His Orchestra is a romantic melody expressing the deep feelings of longing for a loved one. The lyrics talk about how hearing the voice of the beloved person is like hearing a beautiful symphony, and how every smile and gaze from them feels like a melody playing through the skies. The song seems to be about someone who feels incomplete and lonely when their lover is away, and how they yearn to be held tight and whispered to in the quiet stillness of a starry night. The lyrics are heartfelt and convey a sense of intimacy and vulnerability that captures the essence of love.


The metaphoric language used in the song captures the essence of music and the emotions it creates. The lyrics compare the voice and the gaze of the beloved to the beauty of a symphony and the enchanting sounds of the night sky. They also depict the pain and sadness of separation and the joy of being reunited with someone you love. The music in the song complements the lyrics beautifully, with its soft and gentle melody that creates a romantic atmosphere and captures the mood of the lyrics.


Line by Line Meaning

And when I hear you call
When you speak to me


So softly to me
In a gentle and quiet tone


I don't hear a call at all
It's not just a simple call or message


I hear a rhapsody
It's as if I'm listening to a beautiful piece of music


And when your sparkling eyes
When I see the glimmer in your eyes


Are smiling at me
As you look at me with joy and happiness


Then soft through the starlit skies
It's like the entire universe is in harmony


I hear a rhapsody
And everything feels perfect and beautiful


My days are so blue
When you're not around, life feels dull and sad


When you're away
When I can't be with you


My heart longs for you
I yearn for you so much


So won't you stay
Please don't leave me


My darling hold me tight
Embrace me with your love


And whisper to me
Speak softly into my ear


Then soft through a starry night
In the peace of a beautiful night sky


I'll hear a rhapsody
I'll feel like I'm in a perfect moment with you




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Ralph Barendse, Sander Van Der Waal, Dick Gasparre, GEORGE FRAGOS, Jack Baker

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Comments from YouTube:

@new_hampshire

Return to Sorrento was recorded at Radio City Music Hall in 1943 so it was a bit later than 1942 as I my Dad was the featured sax and clarinet player at age 21 youngest member of the band.

@nunyabiz-

Thanks for the info - how great is this musical legacy for you! 🌞

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