We'll Be Together Again
Anita O'Day; Oscar Peterson Lyrics


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Here in a moment of darkness
Remember the sun has shone
Laugh, and the world will laugh with you
Cry, and you'll cry alone

No tears, no fears
Remember, there's always tomorrow
So what if we have to part
We'll be together again
Your kiss, your smile
Are memories I'll treasure forever
So try thinking with your heart
We'll be together again
Times when I know you'll be lonesome
Times when I know you'll be sad
Don't let temptation surround you
Don't let the blues make you bad
Some day, some way
We both have a lifetime before us




For parting is not goodbye
We'll be together again

Overall Meaning

In Oscar Peterson's song "We'll Be Together Again," the lyrics speak to the idea that even in moments of darkness and sadness, there is hope for the future. The first verse encourages the listener to remember that the sun has shone before, providing a metaphor for the cyclical nature of life's ups and downs. The second verse reminds the listener of the power of memories and encourages them to think with their heart rather than their head. Finally, the third verse speaks directly to someone who may be feeling lonely or sad and urges them to resist temptation and not let the blues bring them down.


Overall, the song offers an optimistic perspective on life and the future, while acknowledging that there will be difficult times. The lyrics encourage the listener to focus on the positive memories and emotions that they have experienced with a loved one and to hold onto the hope that they will be reunited someday.


Line by Line Meaning

Here in a moment of darkness
Even in difficult times


Remember the sun has shone
Recall good times in the past and take hope for the future


Laugh, and the world will laugh with you
Positivity and happiness can be contagious


Cry, and you'll cry alone
Others may not be able to relate or help in times of sadness


No tears, no fears
Do not worry excessively or be overly emotional


Remember, there's always tomorrow
Keep a hopeful mindset and know that things can improve


So what if we have to part
Even if we have to separate, it does not have to be forever


We'll be together again
There is a possibility of reuniting


Your kiss, your smile
Special memories of a close relationship


Are memories I'll treasure forever
Those memories will always hold special meaning


So try thinking with your heart
Embrace emotions and feelings


We'll be together again
Another reminder of the possibility of reuniting


Times when I know you'll be lonesome
Acknowledgement of the emotions that come with separation


Times when I know you'll be sad
Acknowledgement of the emotions that come with separation


Don't let temptation surround you
Advice to avoid making decisions based on fleeting emotions


Don't let the blues make you bad
Do not let negative emotions consume you


Some day, some way
There is no timeline for reuniting, but it is possible


We both have a lifetime before us
There is a bright future ahead for both individuals


For parting is not goodbye
Reminding us that goodbyes do not have to be permanent


We'll be together again
Final assurance of the possibility of reuniting




Lyrics © TERRY FISCHER MUSIC CO., Peermusic Publishing
Written by: CARL FISCHER, FRANKIE LAINE

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