Moonlight Bay
Bing Crosby Gary Crosby 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)
(We could hear the voices ringing)
"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" tell a story of a couple sailing on a moonlit night. They could hear the voices ringing and telling them that one of them had stolen the other's heart, urging them not to go away. As they sang love's old sweet song, they sailed through the moonlight on Moonlight Bay. The mood of the song is one of romance, with the moonlit waters and the couple's tender exchange creating a beautiful atmosphere.
The lyrics of the song also convey the idea of the power of music and its ability to evoke emotions and memories. The couple's singing of "love's old sweet song" is a reminder of the fond memories and emotions associated with the song. It also acts as a catalyst for the couple's own tender moment in the moonlight bay, creating a sense of nostalgia and joy.
Line by Line Meaning
We were sailing along on moonlight bay
We were out on the water, gently gliding on a bay lit by the romantic light of the moon.
We could hear the voices ringing
We could hear the sounds of joy and happiness echoing all around us.
They seemed to say
It felt as though the voices were trying to tell us something important.
"You have stolen her heart"
The voices were congratulating us on winning the affections of a special someone.
"Now don't go 'way"
The voices were urging us not to leave and to cherish the moment for as long as possible.
As we sang love's old sweet song on moonlight bay
We expressed our love and devotion through a timeless, romantic song as we continued to enjoy the serene beauty of the moonlit bay.
Writer(s): Percy Wenrich (pd), Doc Houlind, Edward Madden (pd), Sammy Rimmington
Contributed by Julian L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@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.