It's De-Lovely
Anita O’Day Lyrics
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So if you want to go walking, dear,
It's delightful, it's delicious, it's de-lovely.
I understand the reason why
You're sentimental, 'cause so am I,
It's delightful, it's delicious, it's de-lovely.
You can tell at a glance
What a swell night this is for romance,
Murmuring low,
"Let yourself go!"
So please be sweet, my chickadee,
And when I kiss you, just say to me,
"It's delightful, it's delicious,
It's delectable, it's delirious,
It's dilemma, it's delimit, it's deluxe,
It's de-lovely".
I feel a sudden urge to sing
The kind of ditty that invokes the spring.
I'll control my desire to curse
While you crucify the verse.
This verse I started seems to me
The Tin-Pantithesis of a melody,
So spare us all the pain,
Just skip the darn thing and sing the refrain
Mi, mi, mi, mi,
Re, re, re, re,
Do, sol, mi, do, la, si.
The night is young, the skies are clear
So if you want to go walking, dear,
It's delightful, it's delicious, it's de-lovely.
I understand the reason why
You're sentimental, 'cause so am I,
It's delightful, it's delicious, it's de-lovely.
You can tell at a glance
What a swell night this is for romance,
You can hear dear Mother Nature
Murmuring low,
"Let yourself go!"
So please be sweet, my chickadee,
And when I kiss you, just say to me,
"It's delightful, it's delicious,
It's...It's de-lovely".
"It's De-Lovely" is a playful and romantic song performed by Anita O'Day. The lyrics convey the excitement and joy of being in love on a beautiful night. The first verse sets the stage for a lovely evening, with the night being young and the skies clear. The singer invites her partner to go for a walk, emphasizing that it will be a delightful and delicious experience.
The second verse explores the shared sentimentality between the singer and her partner. Both understand the depth of their emotions, and they acknowledge that it is indeed delightful, delicious, and de-lovely. The lyrics suggest that this particular night is perfect for romance and that even Mother Nature herself murmurs her approval, encouraging them to let go and embrace the moment.
The chorus reinforces the sweetness and endearment between the singer and her partner. She affectionately refers to her partner as "my chickadee" and expresses a desire to kiss. When they do share a kiss, the partner is encouraged to respond with words of affirmation, exclaiming that their connection is not just delightful and delicious, but also delectable, delirious, dilemma, delimit, and deluxe - all emphasizing the depth and richness of their love.
The following section portrays the singer's sudden urge to sing a happy, spring-themed song. She amusingly acknowledges her desire to curse while struggling with a verse that seems to be the opposite of a pleasant melody. In an attempt to avoid causing pain to the listeners, she suggests skipping that particular verse and simply singing the refrain, which is a melodic series of notes played on the piano.
Ultimately, the song returns to the chorus, reaffirming the enchanting atmosphere of the night and the connection between the singer and her partner. The lyrics emphasize the understanding and sentimentality shared between them, and they encourage each other to let go and embrace the enchanting experience of being in love. The repetition reinforces the idea that this night is truly de-lovely, and their love is something to be cherished and celebrated.
Line by Line Meaning
The night is young, the skies are clear
The current moment is full of potential and there are no obstacles in our way.
So if you want to go walking, dear
If you'd like to take a stroll together, my love.
It's delightful, it's delicious, it's de-lovely
The experience will be joyful, enjoyable, and absolutely lovely.
I understand the reason why
I empathize with your sentimental feelings.
You're sentimental, 'cause so am I
You're filled with emotions and nostalgia, just like me.
It's delightful, it's delicious, it's de-lovely
The situation or connection is truly delightful, tasty, and incredibly lovely.
You can tell at a glance
It's immediately apparent and obvious.
What a swell night this is for romance
This night is perfect for romantic encounters.
You can hear dear Mother Nature
You can perceive the soothing whispers of nature.
Murmuring low
Softly uttering sweet sounds.
"Let yourself go!"
"Free yourself from inhibitions and constraints!"
So please be sweet, my chickadee
Kindly be affectionate, my darling.
And when I kiss you, just say to me
When our lips meet, express to me...
"It's delightful, it's delicious,
"This experience is absolutely delightful, wonderful,
It's delectable, it's delirious,
it's exquisite, it's ecstatic,
It's dilemma, it's delimit, it's deluxe,
it's a joyful quandary, it's exceeding boundaries, it's luxurious,
It's de-lovely".
it's truly and genuinely lovely".
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Cole Porter
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NoRosesForMe
She is a Queen. Always will be. LOVE her so much. She is one of the absolute BEST. And not many chicks really impress me. Ive always loved her dearly and I thank you for sharing this with the world. xx Peace ♥ "Jenny"
Gothicc senpai
thanks for keeping it up great song
Antoinette Rader
I am definitely living in the wrong era!
A C
Yes You May Billy ......All Day Anita .......Good vocals and Great Big Bands ....Luv..mmmm...:)
NoRosesForMe
PS!! those shoes at 4:56 ! Gotta love 'em!! Omgoodness....she was/is the top class gal.....but....very REAL and hip. ...oh geez love her little shoes and outfits!! hehe