the girl from lpanema
Astrud Gilberto & Stan Getz Lyrics
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The girl from Ipanema goes walking
And when she passes, each one she passes goes - ah
When she walks, she's like a samba
That swings so cool and sways so gentle
That when she passes, each one she passes goes - ooh
How can I tell her I love her
Yes I would give my heart gladly
But each day, when she walks to the sea
She looks straight ahead, not at me
Tall, (and) tan, (and) young, (and) lovely
The girl from Ipanema goes walking
And when she passes, I smile - but she doesn't see (doesn't see)
(She just doesn't see, she never sees me...)
In "The Girl from Ipanema," Astrud Gilberto and Stan Getz sing about a beautiful, young woman who walks past them every day in the Brazilian beach town of Ipanema. The woman is tall, tan, young, and lovely, and when she walks, she moves like a samba, with a cool swing and a gentle sway. As she passes by, everyone around her goes "ah" and "ooh," captivated by her beauty and grace.
However, the singer is sad because even though he loves this woman, she doesn't seem to notice him. He watches her pass by every day as she walks to the sea, looking straight ahead and not at him. He longs to tell her how he feels and would gladly give his heart to her, but she just doesn't seem to see him.
This song captures the bittersweet feeling of unrequited love, as the singer is enchanted by this woman but cannot seem to break through to her. At the same time, the song celebrates the beauty and allure of the girl from Ipanema, who captivates everyone who sees her.
Line by Line Meaning
Tall and tan and young and lovely
Describing the physical beauty and charm of the girl from Ipanema, highlighting her tall and tanned appearance and youthful loveliness.
The girl from Ipanema goes walking
Illustrating the girl's daily routine of strolling along the streets of Ipanema, as she casually walks with grace and elegance.
And when she passes, each one she passes goes - ah
Expressing the awe-struck reactions of those who observe the girl from Ipanema as she walks by, leaving everyone mesmerized, impressed and breathless.
When she walks, she's like a samba
Comparing the girl from Ipanema's movement and sway to that of the samba - a lively and rhythmic Brazilian dance, symbolizing her joyful, rhythmic and free spirit.
That swings so cool and sways so gentle
Elaborating on the girl's movements, emphasizing her ability to carry herself with a relaxed coolness and gentle sway, defining her effortlessness and confidence.
That when she passes, each one she passes goes - ooh
Continuing to describe how the girl captivates everyone with her graceful and effortless presence, leaving them breathless and craving for more of her beauty.
(Ooh) But I watch her so sadly
Revealing the heartache and sadness of the singer, who can only admire the girl from afar, as he watches her pass by without being noticed or acknowledged by her.
How can I tell her I love her
Conveying the artist's unrequited love for the girl, as he struggles with how to express his feelings and tell her how he truly feels about her.
Yes I would give my heart gladly
Emphasizing the depth of the artist's love for the girl, as he is willing to give his heart to her without hesitation, if only she would reciprocate his feelings.
But each day, when she walks to the sea
Highlighting the girl's daily routine of walking towards the ocean, symbolizing her carefree and independent spirit, as she enjoys her own company and freedom away from the artist's watchful gaze.
She looks straight ahead, not at me
Echoing the singer's pain and frustration, as he continues to remain invisible and unnoticed by the girl he loves, as she deliberately avoids making eye contact with him.
And when she passes, I smile - but she doesn't see (doesn't see) (She just doesn't see, she never sees me...)
Recalling the first verse, the artist describes how he puts on a brave face and manages to smile in the girl's presence, even though she remains oblivious to his presence and unresponsive to his love.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ANTONIO CARLOS JOBIM, VINICIUS DE MORAES
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@maycanlas6665
Tall and tan and young and lovely
The girl from Ipanema goes walking
And when she passes Each one she passes goes, ah
When she walks, she's like a samba
That swings so cool and sways so gently
That when she passes Each one she passes goes, ah
Oh, but he watches so sadly
How can he tell her he loves her
Yes, he would give his heart gladly
But each day, when she walks to the sea
She looks straight ahead, not at him
Tall, and tan, and young, and lovely
The girl from Ipanema goes walking
And when she passes He smiles, but she doesn't see
Oh, but he sees her so sadly
How can he tell her he loves her
Yes, he would give his heart gladly
But each day, when she walks to the sea
She looks straight ahead, not at him
Tall, and tan, and young, and lovely
The girl from Ipanema goes walking
And when she passes he smiles, but she doesn't see
She just doesn't see, no she just doesn't see
But she doesn't see, she doesn't see, no she just doesn't see
@brianmolstad1255
When I started dating my wife in 1964 this was one of the very first songs we listened to and bought. She died two weeks ago and I still love her and remember this like it was 1964. God bless you Elisabeth.
@kellao2481
Aw rip❤
@Jinping-CoronaEatingShow
God blass you
@bruceeide4359
May Good God Bless you sir, for your faithfulness and love toward your forever soulmate.
@GroundhogzGarage
That’s a beautiful memory of your time together.
@stevecinquemani6225
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@abelincoln3287
What a lovely vision she was and a unique and beautiful voice. She had a shy and timid presentation, and still delivered a classic performance. RIP
@diegoacuna4493
🕊
@bigballermakingmyends2797
😥😥😥
@oliviahackshaw5267
yes,just heard of her passing and playing this in memoriam