Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars
Antonio Carlos Jobim; Frank Sinatra Lyrics
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Quiet chords from my guitar
Floating on the silence that surrounds us
Quiet thoughts and quiet dreams
Quiet walks by quiet streams
And a window looking on the mountains and the sea, how lovely
Here with you so close to me
Until the final flicker of life's ember
I, who was lost and lonely, believing life was only
A bitter tragic joke
I've found with you
The meaning of existence, my love
I, who was lost and lonely, believing life was only
A bitter tragic joke
I've found with you
The meaning of existence, oh my love
The lyrics of "Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars" evoke a serene and tranquil atmosphere that surrounds the lovers, who are lost in their feelings and thoughts. The poet sings of the peacefulness he feels on this night of quiet stars and the soothing melody of his guitar. The quietness of everything is emphasized in the repetition of the word "quiet," which is used to describe not just the music, but also the walks, thoughts, and dreams of the lovers.
As the poet gazes out of the window at the mountains and the sea, he expresses his desire to be with his beloved, who is right there beside him. He looks forward to being with her until the very end of their lives, when their love will keep them together. The second stanza hints at the poet's previous struggles with loneliness and the unfulfilling nature of life. However, with his lover by his side, everything has changed, and he has discovered the meaning of existence.
Overall, these lyrics speak of the healing powers of love and the importance of finding someone to share life's moments of joy and serenity with.
Line by Line Meaning
Quiet nights of quiet stars
The calmness of the night, with twinkling stars overhead
Quiet chords from my guitar
Peaceful music strummed on the guitar
Floating on the silence that surrounds us
Relaxing in the stillness of our surroundings
Quiet thoughts and quiet dreams
Tranquil musings and aspirations
Quiet walks by quiet streams
Leisurely strolls along gentle streams
And a window looking on the mountains and the sea, how lovely
Gazing out of a window at the majestic vista of mountains and sea
This is where I want to be
Being in this moment is all I desire
Here with you so close to me
Being near you is my contentment
Until the final flicker of life's ember
Being together until the end of our lives
I, who was lost and lonely, believing life was only
A bitter tragic joke
I used to feel hopeless and isolated, thinking life was meaningless
I've found with you
The meaning of existence, my love
But now I've discovered the true purpose of life, thanks to you, my love
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Antonio Carlos Jobim, Gene Lees
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