The Island
Bridgewater Dee Dee Lyrics
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Where I'll find a field of gold,
But here I'll stay with you;
And they say there's an isle deep with clover,
Where your heart wears a smile all day through.
But I know well they're wrong,
And here I'll stay with you.
For that land is a sandy illusion,
It's the theme of a dream gone astray;
And the world others woo
I can find loving you,
And so here I'll stay.
For that land is a sandy illusion,
It's the theme of a dream gone astray;
And the world others woo
I can find loving you,
And so here I guess I'll stay.
In Bridgewater Dee Dee's "The Island," the singer reflects on the idea of a distant paradise, a place rumored to exist far away where one can find fields of gold and constant joy. However, the singer rejects this tempting fantasy, choosing instead to stay with their loved one. They recognize that the supposed paradise is a mirage, a mere fleeting dream. In contrast, their partner's love is real and consistent.
The lyrics are a testament to the power and importance of love. The mythical paradise represents the many temptations and distractions of the world, while the singer's partner represents the steady ground and genuine connection that can be found by staying true to one's heart. Instead of chasing after every elusive paradise, the singer chooses to dedicate themselves to the person they love, finding comfort, joy, and satisfaction in that connection.
Overall, "The Island" is a poignant reminder that, amidst the distractions and illusions of the world, love remains a constant source of peace and happiness. By choosing to prioritize the people and relationships that matter most to us, we can find meaning and fulfillment even in the midst of life's greatest uncertainties.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a far place, I'm told,
I have heard that there exists a distant location,
Where I'll find a field of gold,
That has a field with gold, waiting for me to possess.
But here I'll stay with you;
Despite the lure of something shiny and new, I choose to remain here with you.
And they say there's an isle deep with clover,
Folklore suggests a place exists far away, abundant with clover.
Where your heart wears a smile all day through.
The happiness in your heart is apparently boundless and unending in this magical location.
But I know well they're wrong,
I am confident their assertions are false, and that place does not exist.
And I know where I belong,
I know where I belong, and it is not on that faraway island.
And here I'll stay with you.
I will remain loyal to you and stay here with you.
For that land is a sandy illusion,
The reality of that place is nothing but a mirage.
It's the theme of a dream gone astray;
It is just a fanciful, unrealized ambition.
And the world others woo
Though the world might be tempting others,
I can find loving you,
I can find happiness and contentment in loving you.
And so here I'll stay.
And that is why I will always choose to stay here by your side.
And so here I guess I'll stay.
And I'm content to say, I'll stay right here with you.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ALAN JAY LERNER, KURT WEILL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@matthoward1328
beautiful interpretation of this classic song
@ginababy999
The one and only Dee Dee, giving us the very best rendition of this beautiful song
thank you my dear
@noopieflace
One of the most talented and sexiest lady jazz singers out there. You go, girl!
@magboulay9592
From thé Brasilian Ivan lins ..lindo
@roburjean
Don't need to make love...this song is LOVE and Dee Dee is so....
@abelardo97
exquisite
@urbanatiziana
Adoro!
@melzaquesilvestrecaetano1673
"Começar de novo", música do compositor brasileiro Ivan Lins.
@picasassdevares1158
La più bella song di Ivan Lins