Emily
Bucky Pizzarelli & John Pizzarelli Lyrics
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Has the murmuring sound of may
All silver bells, coral shells, carousels
And the laughter of children at play
Say Emily, Emily, Emily
And we fade to a marvelous view
Two lovers alone and out of sight
As my eyes visualize a family
They see Emily, Emily
(and we fade to a marvelous view)
Two lovers alone and out of sight
Seeing images in the firelight
As my eyes visualize a family
They see Emily, Emily
Too
The song Emily by Bucky Pizzarelli & John Pizzarelli is a beautiful tribute to a woman named Emily. The lyrics create a dreamlike and romantic atmosphere, comparing Emily's sound to the murmuring of the month of May. The imagery of silver bells, coral shells, and carousels give the feeling of childlike wonder and innocence. The laughter of children at play further emphasizes the joy and happiness Emily brings.
The chorus, "Say Emily, Emily, Emily, and we fade to a marvelous view," adds to the dreamlike quality of the song. The verse following the chorus paints a picture of two lovers alone and out of sight, seeing images in the firelight. This suggests a romantic and intimate relationship between Emily and the singer. As the singer visualizes a family, they see Emily, emphasizing her importance as a cornerstone of the family.
Overall, the song Emily is a beautiful ode to a woman who is cherished and loved deeply, with a dreamy atmosphere that captures the listener's imagination.
Line by Line Meaning
Emily, Emily, Emily
Repeatedly calling out for Emily
Has the murmuring sound of may
Emily has a gentle and soothing sound, just like the month of May
All silver bells, coral shells, carousels
Emily represents all things beautiful, such as bells, shells, and carousels
And the laughter of children at play
Emily is also associated with the joyous sound of children playing
Say Emily, Emily, Emily
Continuing to call out for Emily
And we fade to a marvelous view
As the name Emily is repeated, a beautiful scene begins to appear
Two lovers alone and out of sight
In this scene, there are two people in love, alone and hidden away from the world
Seeing images in the firelight
They are seeing visions in the fire's glow
As my eyes visualize a family
The singer imagines a family, possibly his own, in this beautiful scene
They see Emily, Emily
In this family vision, Emily is present, completing the picture
Too
An additional repetition of Emily's name, emphasizing her importance in the scene
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Ricky Ross, Scott Fraser, Pete Webb
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