This Year's Kisses
Billie Holiday Lyrics


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This year's crop of kisses
Don't seem as sweet to me
This year's crop just misses
What kisses used to be
This year's new romance
Doesn't seem to have a chance
Even helped by Mr. Moon above
This year's crop of kisses is not for me
For I'm still wearin' last year's love





Overall Meaning

In "This year's kisses" by Billie Holiday, the singer reflects on the changing nature of love and the disappointment that comes with it. She suggests that the kisses of this year are not as sweet as they used to be, and comments on how new romances lack the spark and excitement of old ones. Ultimately, she concludes that she is not interested in this year's crop of kisses because she is still holding on to the love of the past.


The lyrics reflect the common experience of love changing over time. It can be argued that the song speaks to the idea of how people try to recreate past relationships and feelings, but these new efforts fall short because true love cannot be replicated. The song encourages listeners to embrace the present and to not let the past dictate their current love life.


The song also highlights the importance of holding onto one's values and not giving in to societal pressures or trends. Billie's decision to hold onto her past love suggests that love isn't something you can easily give up or replace. It encourages listeners to not follow trends and popular culture and instead to stay true to their own hearts.


Line by Line Meaning

This year's crop of kisses
The kisses received this year


Don't seem as sweet to me
Don't feel as special or intense as in the past


This year's crop just misses
This year's kisses don't quite hit the mark


What kisses used to be
Not as good as what was experienced before


This year's new romance
A new relationship started this year


Doesn't seem to have a chance
Does not look promising or is unlikely to succeed


Even helped by Mr. Moon above
Even with the influence of romantic moonlight


This year's crop of kisses is not for me
This year's kisses are not satisfying or fulfilling for the singer


For I'm still wearin' last year's love
Still in love with someone from the past and not ready to move on




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Written by: IRVING BERLIN

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