… 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
I'm in the Mood for Love
Blossom Dearie Lyrics
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Simply because you're near me
Funny, but when you're near me
I'm in the mood for love
Heaven is in your eyes
Bright as the stars we're under
Oh! Is it any wonder
Why stop to think of whether
This little dream might fade?
We've put our hearts together
Now we are one, I'm not afraid
If there's a cloud above
If it should rain we'll let it
But for tonight, forget it
I'm in the mood for love
The lyrics of Blossom Dearie's "I'm in the Mood for Love" are a testament to how love can make one feel. The first verse conveys that the singer is feeling love simply because their object of affection is near them. The proximity of the person is enough to put the singer in a mood of love. It is interesting to note how the singer finds the situation to be funny, suggesting that they were not expecting to feel this way.
The second verse describes the beauty of the other person, likening their eyes to heaven and the stars above. The singer admits to being wonderstruck by the other person's beauty, cementing their feelings of love. The third verse is an assertion of their love for each other, a declaration that is strengthened by the metaphor of putting their hearts together to become one. They are not afraid of what the future holds because they believe their love will withstand any challenge.
Finally, the fourth verse acknowledges that there may be trouble ahead, but for tonight, they choose to bask in their love and forget the world. This song is a beautiful expression of the power of love to transform one's mood and outlook on life.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm in the mood for love
I feel romantically empowered and stimulated
Simply because you're near me
I'm attracted to you, and being close to you enhances my feelings
Funny, but when you're near me
It's amusing how I easily fall for you when you're in my proximity
I'm in the mood for love
I'm filled with lovey-dovey emotions when I'm around you
Heaven is in your eyes
Your eyes are captivating and attractive like heaven itself
Bright as the stars we're under
Your eyes shine bright like the stars above us
Oh! Is it any wonder
I'm not surprised by my attraction to you given how gorgeous you are
I'm in the mood for love?
I'm currently in love mode and nothing can change that
Why stop to think of whether
Why reflect on the future and worry about the unknown?
This little dream might fade?
Why trouble ourselves that our love might not last?
We've put our hearts together
We've committed our hearts to each other
Now we are one, I'm not afraid
We're united as one, and I'm no longer scared about the future
If there's a cloud above
If something goes wrong or there's a problem
If it should rain we'll let it
We'll face it and deal with it, no matter how tough it gets
But for tonight, forget it
For now, let's enjoy ourselves and forget about any looming issues
I'm in the mood for love
Once again, I've completely fallen for you and I'm filled with an insatiable love
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DOROTHY FIELDS, JIMMY MCHUGH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@redwoodzzz
What a beautiful song! I feel so lucky that we got to hear Blossom Dearie in NY in 2001 and still think fondly about that night.
The entire audience was mesmerized, completely under her spell.
I even got to chat with her and thank her after the show. She was a wonderful person and a very talented artist. As a pianist I really appreciate that she chooses each note carefully instead of playing a ton of notes like some jazz players do. She’s a purist and her style is minimalist, but each bite is a real treat and leaves us wanting more.
@user-bc5zt6ww3b
聴くと胸が苦しくなる。郷愁が込み上げてくるのは何故だろうか、この曲に出逢えてよかったです。
@konnykon
26 year old here. Love me some Blossom Dearie. What a class act.
@fosbury68
Love the simplicity and momentum of her 2 bar intro. She looks so youthful, amazing to find out she was 41 when this performance was filmed.
@Joeyrobertparks
Really? I was thinking early 30’s!
@fosbury68
@@Joeyrobertparks Blossom was born in April 1924 so in 1965 she would have been 41. She passed away in Feburary 2009 at age 84.
@suntzu6122
What!!! Wow. She looks 20.
@MrBoopsyBoo
40 is old? Ha!
@EricLikness
Not just that, but her playing, and that VOICE. It's the opposite of Peggy Lee and Julie London.
@TheFrodiggs
She said she's a jazz musician, learning to be a jazz singer.
Seems she nailed both. Very underrated as a pianist.