Moon River
Barry Manilow & Andy Williams Lyrics
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I'm crossing you in style, someday
You dream-maker, old heartbreaker
Wherever you're goin', I'm goin' your way
Oh, two drifters off to see the world
There's such a lot of world to see
We're after the same rainbow's end
My huckleberry friend, moon river, and me
Just that moon river and me
The lyrics to the song "Moon River" by Barry Manilow and Andy Williams use a river as a metaphor for life and the dreams we pursue. The river is described as wider than a mile, which represents the vastness of our lives and the opportunities we have to explore. The singer is crossing the river "in style, someday," meaning that they will eventually achieve their dreams and reach the other side of the river.
The dream-maker and old heartbreaker mentioned in the song represent the highs and lows of life. Our dreams are what motivate us to keep going, but they can also break our hearts if we fail to achieve them. The singer is saying that they will follow this dream-maker wherever they go, hoping to achieve their dreams and overcome any heartbreak along the way.
The second verse introduces the idea of two drifters off to see the world. The world is full of possibilities, and the two drifters want to explore every corner of it. The rainbow's end they are pursuing represents their ultimate goal, which they believe is just around the bend. The song ends with the singer describing their companion as a "huckleberry friend," which means a loyal and trusted friend, and expressing their contentment with just being with their friend and the moon river.
Line by Line Meaning
Moon river, wider than a mile
I am awestruck at the beauty of the river which is vast and expansive.
I'm crossing you in style, someday
Someday, I will cross the river with utmost grace and sophistication.
You dream-maker, old heartbreaker
You are a creator of dreams and also have the power to break hearts.
Wherever you're goin', I'm goin' your way
I am willing to follow you wherever you go because I trust you and consider you my companion.
Oh, two drifters off to see the world
We are two wanderers who are on a quest to explore the world.
There's such a lot of world to see
There is so much to explore and discover in this world.
We're after the same rainbow's end
We both have a common goal and are striving towards it together.
Waitin' 'round the bend
We are eagerly waiting for what lies ahead in our journey.
My huckleberry friend, moon river, and me
I consider you my closest friend and am grateful to have you by my side as we cross this beautiful river.
Lyrics © Tratore
Written by: Johnny Mercer, Henry Mancini
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