Serenade
BBC - Philharmonic Lyrics


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When I hear that Serenade in blue
I'm somewhere in another world, alone with you
Sharing all the joys we used to know
Many moons ago

Once again your face comes back to me
Just like the theme of some forgotten melody
In the album of my memory
Serenade in blue

It seems like only yesterday
The small cafe, a crowded floor
And as we danced the night away
I hear you say forever more
And then the song became a sigh
Forever more became goodbye
Cause you remained in my heart, but

Tell me darling in there still a spark?
Or only lonely ashes of the flame we knew




Should I go on whistling in the dark,
Serenade in blue

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of BBC-Philharmonic's song "Serenade in Blue" depict a nostalgia for a past relationship filled with joy and happiness. The singer is transported to another world when they hear the serenade, where they feel intimately connected to their former partner. The phrase "sharing all the joys we used to know" reveals that they are reminiscing about the pleasant experiences they shared together in the past.


The lyrics express how the memories of their ex-lover's face resurface in the singer's mind, much like the melody of a forgotten song. This comparison suggests that the emotions associated with the relationship are deeply ingrained in their memory, immersing them in a state of reflection and longing. The mention of an album of memories hints at the collection of moments that remains stored in the singer's mind, poignant and bittersweet.


Continuing with the sense of nostalgia, the lyrics recount a past encounter in a small cafe with a crowded dance floor. The dance symbolizes the vibrancy and passion of their love, while the words "forever more" spoken by their partner suggest a promise of eternal love. However, the lyrics change the tone, indicating that the hope and happiness conveyed by the song ultimately transformed into a sigh and a goodbye. Their partner may have left, but the love and memories linger in the singer's heart.


The lyrics then present a series of reflective questions. The singer wonders if there is still a spark left between them and their former partner or if it has been reduced to merely lonely ashes. This question shows that the singer is uncertain about the current status of the relationship. They contemplate whether they should continue to hold on to the past, represented by the imagery of "whistling in the dark," or if it is time to let go.


Overall, the lyrics of "Serenade in Blue" explore the deep emotional impact of a lost love, the yearning for past happiness, and the internal struggle of whether to move forward or remain attached to cherished memories.


Line by Line Meaning

When I hear that Serenade in blue
Every time I listen to that Serenade, I am transported to a different world, where it's just you and me


I'm somewhere in another world, alone with you
In this other world, we are isolated from everything else and it's just the two of us


Sharing all the joys we used to know
We are reminiscing and reliving all the happy moments we had together in the past


Many moons ago
These memories and experiences happened a long time ago


Once again your face comes back to me
Your image resurfaces vividly in my mind


Just like the theme of some forgotten melody
Similar to a tune that has been forgotten, your presence returns to me


In the album of my memory
In the collection of my recollections and thoughts


Serenade in blue
This Serenade is a musical expression of our emotions


It seems like only yesterday
It feels as if these moments we shared were just yesterday


The small cafe, a crowded floor
I recall being in a cozy cafe, surrounded by a bustling crowd


And as we danced the night away
While we were gracefully moving to the rhythm, the entire night passed by


I hear you say forever more
I distinctly remember you promising eternity


And then the song became a sigh
But unexpectedly, the once joyous song transformed into a breath of sadness


Forever more became goodbye
The promise of eternity gradually turned into a farewell


Cause you remained in my heart, but
Even though you still hold a special place in my heart,


Tell me darling in there still a spark?
I wonder, my dear, if there is still a flicker of love between us?


Or only lonely ashes of the flame we knew
Or is it just the forlorn residue of the once passionate love we shared?


Should I go on whistling in the dark,
Should I continue to pretend everything is fine, even when I am unsure?


Serenade in blue
This Serenade, with its melancholic essence, reflects the state of our relationship




Lyrics © Kanjian Music, BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Harry Warren, Mack Gordon

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