… 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
Moonlight Saving Time
Blossom Dearie Lyrics
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So I could love that man of mine and
Hear the birdies start to chime good morning
There outta be a. in clover time
The lyrics of Blossom Dearie's song 'Moonlight Saving Time' express a longing for a time-changing system that would allow for more time to love and appreciate one's partner. The idea of 'moonlight saving time' is a clever twist on the concept of daylight saving time, suggesting that the darkness of night offers a unique opportunity for romantic connection. The singer's desire to hear the birds start to sing in the morning suggests that she has been up all night enjoying her partner's company, and is unwilling to let the moment end. The line "There outta be a. in clover time" seems to suggest a dreamlike state of happiness, where the singer's relationship is so fulfilling that she feels like she is living in a field of clovers.
The song could be interpreted as a reflection on the fleeting nature of happiness and love, and the desire to hold onto those moments for as long as possible. It also suggests a certain romanticism around the concept of time itself, and the idea that the right timing can make all the difference in a relationship. Overall, 'Moonlight Saving Time' is a song that celebrates the joy and beauty of love, while acknowledging the inevitability of its passing.
Line by Line Meaning
There outta be a moonlight saving time
I wish we had more time to spend together in the moonlight, just like the daylight saving time gives us more daylight to enjoy.
So I could love that man of mine
I want to spend more time with the person I love, so we can cherish every moment together.
And hear the birdies start to chime good morning
I would love to wake up with my loved one in the morning and hear the beautiful sound of the birds singing, as it would signify the beginning of a new day together.
There outta be a in clover time
I wish we could spend time in a place of complete happiness and prosperity, just like when one is 'in clover' or surrounded by good fortune.
Writer(s): Kahal Irving, Richman Harry
Contributed by Layla M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
notvalidcharacters
THIS was the tune that turned me on to Blossom Dearie. In the pre-dawn dark, just pulling into work and suddenly this comes on the radio, out of nowhere. It literally changed my whole day. When she typically lays down that subtle verse and then just stands aside and lets the solos take over I'm left in a helpless puddle thinking two things. The first thing is "what the hell just happened to my ears?" and the second is "can it please happen again?".
This voice is like having honey poured into your soul while lying on a velvet cloud. And as if that wasn't enough, she played piano well enough that Bill Evans copied her.
chazaloo
Love this song, and Blossom Dearie's recording of it. (Correct title: Moonlight Saving Time)
Harry Minot
So sublime!
Jazztomorrow
Love it. Thank you.
jbirsner
Heard this on KPIG out of Santa Cruz this weekend and wanted to work it up for High Desert Ukulele Club.. Had never heard and so started with Blossom Dearie (always a good place to start!)
Marilyn and Ralph Norberg
I am in the UCSC group-did you get this together for uke? I'd like it!