Isn't It Romantic
Bennett Tony Lyrics
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Music in the night
A dream that can be heard
Isn't it romantic
Moving shadows write the oldest magic word
I hear the breezes playing in the trees up above
While all the world is saying you were meant for love
Isn't it romantic
merely to be young on such a night as this
Isn't it romantic
Every note that's sung is like a lover's kiss
Sweet symbols in the moonlight
do you think that I will fall in love per chance?
Isn't it romance?
Isn't it romantic
On a moonlight night
She’ll cook me onion soup
Kiddies are romantic
and if we don't fight we soon will have a troupe
We'll help the population,
it's a duty that we owe to dear old France
Isn’t it romance?
The song "Isn't It Romantic" by Tony Bennett is a lighthearted and whimsical ode to romance, love, and the magic of the night. The song opens with the lines "Isn't it romantic, music in the night, a dream that can be heard," which sets the tone for the rest of the song. The lyrics evoke an image of a beautiful, moonlit night, with breezes playing in the trees and the world whispering that love is meant for the singer. The shadows, in turn, write the oldest and most powerful magic word, enhancing the romantic atmosphere of the night. Every note sung is compared to a lover's kiss, while sweet symbols float in the moonlight. The song suggests that love is magical and that it is remarkable to be young on such a night.
The verse continues to capture the romantic spirit of the song, with phrases like "she'll cook me onion soup" and "if we don't fight, we soon will have a troupe." These lyrics are somewhat random and seem to be intended to add a bit of comedic relief to the otherwise romantic song.
Line by Line Meaning
Isn't it romantic
Isn't this situation wonderfully idealistic and charming?
Music in the night
The sound of music at night is so enchanting.
A dream that can be heard
A dream-like state where even sounds can be perceived and felt.
Moving shadows write the oldest magic word
The shadows created by moving objects at night seem mystical and magical.
I hear the breezes playing in the trees up above
The sound of the gentle movement of leaves in the trees creates a melodious tune.
While all the world is saying you were meant for love
Even the universe seems to conspire in favor of the idea that you were destined to find love.
merely to be young on such a night as this
The romantic setting alone makes one feel young, innocent and carefree.
Every note that's sung is like a lover's kiss
Each musical note sounds like a kiss from someone you love.
Sweet symbols in the moonlight
Gentle and loving signs are visible in the night when there is a moon.
do you think that I will fall in love per chance?
Is it possible that I could also fall in love at this very moment?
Isn't it romance?
Isn't this entire situation incredibly romantic and dreamy?
On a moonlight night
During an evening with moonlight, which is romantic.
She’ll cook me onion soup
Someone special will prepare onion soup for me, adding to the romance.
Kiddies are romantic
Children are filled with innocent love and can represent romanticism.
and if we don't fight we soon will have a troupe
If we do not have fights and disagreements, we will have a large, loving family.
We'll help the population, it's a duty that we owe to dear old France
We will contribute to the betterment of society, as it is our obligation to our country.
Isn’t it romance?
Isn't this idea of love and contribution to society romantic and noble?
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Richard Rodgers, Lorenz Hart
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@hanoofm2481
Lyrics
Isn't it romantic?
Music in the night, a dream that can be heard
Isn't it romantic?
Moving shadows write the oldest magic word
I hear the breezes playing in the trees above
While all the world is saying you were meant for love
Isn't it romantic?
Merely to be young on such a night as this?
Isn't it romantic?
Every note that's sung is like a lover's kiss
Sweet symbols in the moonlight
Do you mean that I will fall in love perchance?
Isn't it romance?
Sweet symbols in the moonlight
Do you mean that I will fall in love perchance?
Isn't it romantic?
Isn't it romance?
@FaithHopeLove999
Thank you, grandma and dad, for introducing me to Tony Bennett when I was a kid. He has this unmistakable charm, warmth, humbleness, sincerity, love---- and of course that VOICE! I fell in love with Tony B and Nat King Cole when I was 9 and now that I'm in my 40's, I'm never letting go. If I ever have children, I will DEFINATELY be introducing them to this kind of music.
@Val20700
Inspirational, his voice is like falling in love for the first and last time. Beautiful!!
@ADorkNamedSteph
That’s the perfect way to put it :)
@pappabob29
Love Tony, saw him live in Sonoma about 5yrs ago and I will never forget it. He exudes class and style. Makes me proud to be Calabrese. Thanks Tony :o)
@soledadlorenzoalonso8022
Es un fuera de serie mucha clase y una voz maravillosa
@roywillis2750
What a line -up ! The great Tony Bennett with the very special George Barnes / Ruby Braff Quartet.
@rickadle1720
This is one of the prettiest songs from Rodgers and Hart, which makes it one of the prettiest in the entire GAS. There's a bunch of beautiful versions of this tune on this site. In terms of carrying Lorenz Hart's lyric and making it sound like a personal statement, I think Tony's is the best of the lot. Rudy Braff sure helps out on trumpet.
@hildabusciglio6098
maravilloso tony bennett, a los 90 años sigue cantando. es un prodigio
@chriswilson3687
Whatever he sings, this man is 'class'.
@tomnow92
It would be wonderful to hear him live