Like Someone in Love
Bing Crosby Feat. John Scott Trotter's Orchestra Lyrics
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It's strange, a real mystery.
Maybe you see it.
If you do see it
What on earth can it be?
Lately I find myself out gazing at stars,
Hearing guitars like someone in love.
Mostly whenever you're around me.
Lately I seem to walk as though I had wings,
Bump into things like someone in love.
Each time I look at you I'm limp as a glove
And feeling like someone in love.
Lately I find myself out gazing at stars,
Hearing guitars like someone in love.
Sometimes the things I do astound me,
Mostly whenever you're around me.
Lately I seem to walk as though I had wings,
Bump into things like someone in love.
Each time I look at you I'm limp as a glove
And feeling like someone in love.
The lyrics of Like Someone In Love seem to describe the strange sensation of falling in love. The first stanza is written from the perspective of the singer who is experiencing a "change" that "puzzles" them. They are unable to explain these newfound feelings and are curious if someone else is able to shed some light on what is happening. The second stanza describes the physical sensations the singer experiences in the presence of their love interest. They start "gazing at stars" and hearing "guitars," suggesting that their entire perspective of the world has changed. The line "each time I look at you I'm limp as a glove" portrays the singer's infatuation and vulnerability around their love interest.
The overall impression of the song is that the singer is deeply enamored with someone and is experiencing all the highs and lows of falling in love. The tone of the song is dreamy, and the slow tempo combined with Bing Crosby's smooth vocals allude to the romantic nature of the lyrics. The use of metaphors such as "gazing at stars" and "limp as a glove" add depth to the lyrics, making it a timeless classic of the romantic genre.
Line by Line Meaning
This change I feel puzzles me.
I'm feeling something new and I'm confused about it.
It's strange, a real mystery.
This feeling is unusual and unknown to me.
Maybe you see it.
Perhaps you've noticed this change in me.
If you do see it
Assuming you have observed this feeling
What on earth can it be?
What could possibly be the cause of this change?
Lately I find myself out gazing at stars,
Recently, I've caught myself staring at the stars,
Hearing guitars like someone in love.
As if I am in love, the sound of guitars affects me.
Sometimes the things I do astound me,
I can't believe some of the things I do,
Mostly whenever you're around me.
This mostly happens when you're near me.
Lately I seem to walk as though I had wings,
Recently I've been walking as if I were flying,
Bump into things like someone in love.
I'm so lost in thought, I sometimes bump into things.
Each time I look at you I'm limp as a glove
Every time I look at you, I feel weak and powerless,
And feeling like someone in love.
and it's making me feel like I'm in love.
Lyrics Ā© Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JIMMY VAN HEUSEN
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Trombonology Erstwhile
Bing applies all his Bingisms very appealingly to one of Van Heusen's most harmonically intriguing tunes, right up there with "Darn That Dream."
Tyler Baldwin
Yeah, with a pretty good arrangement behind it i'd say. Reminds me of one of my favourite solo Bing discs from this period, "If I Loved You" b/w "Close as Pages in a Book".
Trombonology Erstwhile
@Tyler Baldwin Yes, I love that record, too.
Swingman 56
This tune's a favorite of mine from '44. Have you heard Blossom Dearie's version? Love that lady's voice!
Trombonology Erstwhile
@Swingman 56 I love this tune -- really a beauty! I hadn't heard Blossom's version! -- a very good reading of Burke's lyrics. I like the spare accompaniment, too. She has a very distinctive, instantly recognizable voice.
Swingman 56
@Trombonology Erstwhile Absolutely, a voice unlike any other,and in a good way. I'm so glad you enjoy her version!
B.A. Nulph
Van Heusen and Burke, and Mr. C. Great combo...This came out when I was a year old....always loved it. This is a good example of why some things are timeless. B.
Queen Ice
Love thisā¤