In The Still Of The Night
Bruce Barth Lyrics
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As I gaze out of my window
At the moon in it's flight
My thoughts all stray, stray to you
In the still of the night
While the world lies in slumber
Oh the times without number
Do you love me
Just like I love you
Are you my life to be
That dream come true
Or will this dream of mine
Will it fade way out of sight
Just like that moon growing dim
Way out on the rim of the hill
In the still of the night
These lyrics are about a person's thoughts and yearnings for their lover in the quiet of the night. The singer looks out their window at the moon as it moves across the sky and their thoughts drift towards the person they love. They reminisce about the times they've spent together and wonder if their partner loves them as much as they do. The singer asks if their lover is meant to be their life partner, their dream come true. However, there is a sense of uncertainty, as the singer acknowledges that their dream may fade away like the moon growing dim on the horizon.
The lyrics capture the feeling of yearning and uncertainty that can come with love. The singer is vulnerable in their questioning, unsure whether their love will be reciprocated and if their dreams will come true. They are also acutely aware of the passing of time and the fleeting nature of moments, as seen in the image of the moon growing dim. Overall, the song is a heartfelt expression of love and the desire for connection.
Line by Line Meaning
In the still of the night
During the silent hours of the night
As I gaze out of my window
While I look out of my window
At the moon in it's flight
Watching the moon as it moves across the sky
My thoughts all stray, stray to you
My mind wanders and I think of you
While the world lies in slumber
While everyone else is fast asleep
Oh the times without number
So many times before
When I say to you
When I ask you
Do you love me
Do you have feelings of love for me
Just like I love you
Similar to the way I feel about you
Are you my life to be
Are you the person I am meant to be with
That dream come true
The fulfillment of my longing
Or will this dream of mine
Or perhaps this hope of mine
Will it fade way out of sight
Will it disappear and become unattainable
Just like that moon growing dim
Just like the moon becoming less bright
Way out on the rim of the hill
On the edge of the horizon
In the still of the night
During the silent hours of the night
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Written by: Cole Porter
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