… Read Full Bio ↴Blossom Dearie (1924-2009) was an American jazz singer and pianist.
Born on 28th April 1924 in East Durham, New York, of mixed Scottish and Norwegian ancestry, Dearie began her career in vocal groups in New York. In the early 1950s she moved to Paris, forming her own vocal group, The Blue Stars, later to become the Swingle Singers.
After signing to Verve, Dearie returned to the U.S. where, despite developing a successful career and achieving international fame, by 1974 the lack of interest from major labels led her to start her own label, Daffodil Records. She continued performing into her eighties.
Blossom Dearie died on 7th February 2009, at her apartment in Greenwich Village, New York City
Fly Me to the Moon
Blossom Dearie Lyrics
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To say a simple thing
But it takes thought and time and rhyme
To make a poem sing
With music and words I′ve been playing
For you I've written a song
To be sure that you know what I′m saying
I translate as I go along
Fly me to the moon
Let me play among the stars
Let me see what spring is like
On a, Jupiter and Mars
In other words, hold my hand
In other words, darling, kiss me
Fill my heart with song
And let me sing for ever more
You are all I long for
All I worship and adore
In other words, please be true
In other words, I love you
The opening lines, "Poet of the music many words, to say a simple thing, but it takes thought and time and rhyme, to make a poem sing," suggest how the act of songwriting, like poetry, is a craft that requires careful consideration, thought, and skilled use of language. This establishes a theme of the song being a poetic expression of love through music. The songwriter also acknowledges that conveying emotion through lyrics is not always an easy task but emphasizes their commitment to the task by stating, "with music and words I've been playing, for you I've written a song, to be sure that you know what I'm saying, I translate as I go along." These lines indicate that the songwriter wants to ensure that their message is clearly conveyed and that they will adjust the lyrics to achieve this.
The chorus of the song, "Fly me to the moon, let me play among the stars, let me see what spring is like on a, Jupiter and Mars," is a vivid and imaginative expression of the intense desire to explore the universe with a lover. The desire to go to space with a lover can be interpreted as a desire for a boundless, limitless experience of love. The sense of possibility is reinforced by the "spring is like" line, suggesting that the possibilities of their love can be as new and thrilling as exploring different planets. In the next line, "in other words, hold my hand, in other words, darling, kiss me," the songwriter returns to the simplicity of the opening lines, the desire to express love simply, and to have physical intimacy with the person they are singing to. The song ultimately expresses a deep longing for a love that is true and enduring.
Line by Line Meaning
Poet of the music many words
The art of songwriting often involves using many words to convey simple ideas
To say a simple thing
Songwriters often use many words to convey basic emotions
But it takes thought and time and rhyme
Crafting great music requires careful consideration, effort, and a sense of rhythm
To make a poem sing
It's important to ensure that every song conveys a meaningful message to the listener
With music and words I′ve been playing
I've been crafting songs using both musical and lyrical elements
For you I've written a song
This song is a special message just for you
To be sure that you know what I′m saying
I want you to understand my intentions and feelings clearly
I translate as I go along
As I write, I ensure that my message is clear and understandable to the listener
Fly me to the moon
Take me on an adventure to far-off worlds
Let me play among the stars
I want to experience the limitless possibilities of space
Let me see what spring is like
I'm curious about what new beginnings might look like in other worlds
On a, Jupiter and Mars
I want to explore the unique qualities of these distant planets
In other words, hold my hand
I want you to accompany me on this adventure
In other words, darling, kiss me
I want you to be with me every step of the way, and to share intimate moments with you
Fill my heart with song
I want to experience the joys of music in my heart
And let me sing for ever more
I want to be able to express myself through song for the rest of my life
You are all I long for
You are the most important thing in my life
All I worship and adore
I have deep respect and love for you
In other words, please be true
I want to trust that you will always be honest with me
In other words, I love you
I care for you deeply and you mean everything to me
Writer(s): Inconnu Editeur, Jenson David Aubrey Vaughan
Contributed by Taylor V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Li-wz3yd
Seriedad
Cómo habrías amado este lugar
las piedras calientes en el límite de la playa
ahora que sol y luna
brillan con la misma fuerza
y la misma dulzura.
Y en verdad lo amabas
-pero más ahora
cuando tú ya no estás
y yo lo amo
con una nueva seriedad: Aquella
con la que podría haberte amado
más que a mi propia vida.
De "Nuestro amor es como Bizancio" ("Los gusanos de la puerta del cielo" 1995)
Versión de Francisco Uriz
Editorial Lumen S.A. 2003
@moooozart
IMHO the greatest female version by far. The simple yet subtle longing. Perfect phrasing.
@barrottceaver
Blossom communicates these lyrics so intimately, the way l imagine they're intended to be sung.
@philipthomas5108
Blossom was a wondrous talent. A voice that enters one's soul.
@Lu-tr7wu
Poets often use many words To say a simple thing. It takes thought and time amd rhyme To make a poem sing. With music and words I've been playing For you, I have written a song. To be sure that you'll know what I'm saying, I'll translate as I go along... Fly me to the moon, And let me play among the stars. Let me see what spring is like On Jupiter and Mars. In other words, Hold my hand. In other words, Darling, kiss me. Fill my heart with song, And let me sing forever more. You are all I long for, All I worship and adore. In other words, Please be true. In other words, I love you. Fill my heart with song, And let sing forever more. You are all I long for, All I worship and adore. In other words Please be true. In other words, I love you.
@paradiser.2964
That Angelic voice ..
@emmabradford1740
This song, this version, delivers.
@sirtubbyhayes
How utterly other worldly and completely splendid!
@StephanieJeannot
I like the way she did this song. Nice!
@Mr5stringBob
Damn she was great.. my first experience with her was on Schoolhouse Rock :) unpack your adjectives-
@nydiaroussos3390
Saw movie w. Mark Ruffalo "My life without me. Mentions Dearie Blossom 2 love interest, describing her amazing voice. Thought she was fictional charter made up 4 movie. WOW! been enthralled ever since discovering "she real." Het angelic voice lulls me 2 sleep. Lifts my spirit when I awake.