Born in Godalming, UK, th… Read Full Bio ↴Ben & Amy's music is always full of surprises.
Born in Godalming, UK, this brother and sister duo combine two very different musical backgrounds - Ben as a rock musician and producer, and Amy as a classical harpist, percussionist and composer- to produce an extraordinarily diverse range of music full of strange twists and turns and bizarre storylines with only a slender grip on reality.
Some of their tracks have strong influences from film and videogame music, others verge on the pyschedelic and many are in the strong tradition of British pop - but with some dark and unexpected corners.
Round And Round
Ben & Amy Lyrics
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'Round midnight
I do pretty well 'til after sundown
Suppertime I'm feeling sad
But it really gets bad 'round midnight
Memories always start 'round midnight
'Round midnight
When my heart is still with you
And old midnight knows it too
When some quarrel we had needs mending
Does it mean that our love is ending
Darling I need you
Lately I find
You're out of my arms
And I'm out of my mind
Let our love take wing some midnight
'Round midnight
Let the angels sing
For your returning
Let our love be safe and sound
When old midnight comes around
Let our love take wing some midnight
'Round midnight
Let the angels sing
For your returning
Let our love be safe and sound
When old midnight comes around
The lyrics to Ben & Amy's song "Round and Round" depict the emotions and turmoil experienced during the late night hours, particularly around midnight. The song starts off by acknowledging that 'round midnight, memories and feelings begin to surface, causing sadness and distress. The singer reveals that they typically manage well during the day but struggle after sundown, especially during suppertime. However, it is in the darkest hours of the night when the emotions intensify and become unbearable.
The lyrics also touch upon the memories associated with midnight, suggesting that they are difficult to confront. The singer confesses that their heart still belongs to someone, possibly a lost love, and midnight itself seems to recognize this fact. The contemplation extends to the state of the singer's relationship, contemplating whether a recent quarrel signifies the end of their love.
The song expresses a yearning for the return of the loved one, using the metaphor of angels singing when they come back. The singer longs for their love to be safe and sound when old midnight arrives, hoping that they can reconcile and find solace in each other once again.
Overall, "Round and Round" captures the emotional rollercoaster experienced during the late-night hours, where memories, heartbreak, and the longing for love intertwine, and where the hope for reconciliation remains steadfast.
Line by Line Meaning
It begins to tell 'round midnight
The emotions and memories associated with our love start to surface during the late hours of the night.
'Round midnight
During the midnight hours, our love and its complexities become more prominent in my thoughts and feelings.
I do pretty well 'til after sundown
I manage to cope and maintain a positive state of mind until the sun sets, but afterwards, the nostalgia and longing for you become overwhelming.
Suppertime I'm feeling sad
At dinner time, I experience a deep sadness and melancholy due to the absence of your presence.
But it really gets bad 'round midnight
However, the emotional distress intensifies and reaches its peak during the late hours of midnight when my longing for you becomes unbearable.
Memories always start 'round midnight
It is during the midnight hours that vivid memories of our past together begin to flood my mind.
Haven't got the heart to stand those memories
I don't have the emotional strength to confront and handle the overpowering memories of our love that resurface at midnight.
When my heart is still with you
Even though we are apart, my heart remains completely devoted to you, unable to move on or let go.
And old midnight knows it too
The midnight hour seems to be aware of the profound connection my heart holds for you and the pain that accompanies it.
When some quarrel we had needs mending
If there are unresolved conflicts or disagreements between us, it indicates that our love might be in jeopardy or coming to an end.
Does it mean that our love is ending
I question whether these quarrels and difficulties signify the potential end of our love.
Darling I need you
My dearest, I yearn for your presence, love, and support.
Lately I find
Recently, I have realized and become aware of something significant.
You're out of my arms
I am experiencing the physical absence of being able to hold you in my arms, and it is deeply affecting me.
And I'm out of my mind
The emotional turmoil caused by your absence has led to a state of confusion and distress in my mind.
Let our love take wing some midnight
May our love flourish and soar to great heights during the midnight hours, finding solace and rejuvenation in each other's presence.
Let the angels sing
May the celestial beings rejoice and sing in happiness upon your return to my life.
For your returning
The angels' harmonious songs symbolize the joy and anticipation of having you back by my side.
Let our love be safe and sound
May our love be protected and secure, free from any harm or threat, providing us with a sense of comfort and stability.
When old midnight comes around
During the repetitive cycle of midnight's arrival, let our love remain strong and resilient, constantly renewing itself.
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Cootie Williams, Bernard D Hanighen, Theolonious S Monk
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