Moonlight Bay
Bing Lyrics
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We could hear the voices ringing
They seemed to say
"You have stolen her heart"
"Now don't go 'way"
As we sang love's old sweet song on Moonlight Bay
(We were sailing along on Moonlight Bay)
(They seemed to say)
"You have stolen her heart"
"Now don't go 'way"
(As we sang love's old sweet song on Moonlight Bay)
We were sailing along on Moonlight Bay
We could hear the voices ringing
They seemed to say
"You have stolen her heart" (You have stolen her heart)
"Now don't go 'way"
As we sang love's old sweet song on Moonlight Bay
(Sailing through the moonlight on Moonlight Bay)
The lyrics of Moonlight Bay convey the romantic atmosphere of two people sailing on a tranquil night on the bay. The voices ringing refers to the sound of the water and the night breeze. Then, it says, "You have stolen her heart" which implies that the couple is in love and having a romantic time together. The invitation not to leave is a sign of how enjoyable the experience is for both of them. As they continue to sing, love's old sweet song, the music heightens their emotions, and they get lost in each other's company.
The song is reminiscent of simpler times, where people found joy and happiness in simple pleasures like taking a boat ride under the moonlight. The melody has a calming and soothing effect, making it the perfect tune to listen to after a long day. Bing Crosby & Gary Crosby's performance of the song is delightful and captures the spirit of the lyrics perfectly, making the listener feel the warmth and love between the two characters.
Line by Line Meaning
We were sailing along on Moonlight Bay
We were enjoying a peaceful ride on the calm waters of the Moonlight Bay
We could hear the voices ringing
We were able to hear the sound of distant voices
They seemed to say
The voices appeared to convey a message
"You have stolen her heart"
The voices conveyed the message that one of us had captured the affection of someone else
"Now don't go 'way"
The voices warned us not to leave or abandon the person who had fallen in love with us
As we sang love's old sweet song on Moonlight Bay
We were serenading our significant other with a charming classic love song while sailing along the Moonlight Bay
Lyrics © DistroKid, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Edward Madden, Percy Wenrich
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@TheStefanp10
Classic music never dies still listening in 2013
@merriehogle
God bless you Gary. We have similar histories but totally different lol. I’ve loved you and have you on my forever prayer list.
🤟🏼🤪🎶❤️
@dept2
That was NOT from a radio performance as one of the comments below states. It was the Decca recording from March 27, 1951 recorded in Hollywood. There was no power struggle on the recording - they sang well together - and in tune (unlike many performers today!).
@trishstclair5538
I like Gary's voice. Wish he had more of a spotlight, less of a background when singing with his dad.
@neptunestardust
Trish St Clair
Yes I do as well
@taddyd1
Phil was the best singer of the boys
@FredPickett
One of the best Entertainers We ever had/R.I.P. Bing.
@moniqueabigail4333
one of my favs with my grandma
@matthewjosephthecommonsens2940
Magical rendition. Leave it to the crooners to perfect something so wonderfully american.
@moontheloon5
Not to say it's right, but years ago most parents were like that. My dad beat the crap out of us when we stepped out of line, but he also had a loving side; took us fishing, camping, played ball, wrestled around with us. He also apologised years later for being rough on us. From what I've read, Bing was a very cold man with his first set of boys, plus the fact that Dixie was an alcoholic, it would take an exceptionally strong individual to come from that atmosphere unscathed.