Tea For Two
Carmen McRae feat. Sammy Davis Jr. Lyrics
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Darling this place is a lover's oasis
where lights where we chase is unknown
Far from the cry of the city where flowers pretty caress the stream
Cozy to hide in,
to live side by side in, don't let it abide in my dream
Picture you upon my knee, just tea for two and two for tea
Nobody near us to see us or hear us
No friends or relations or weekend vacations
We won't have it known, dear, that we own a telephone, dear
They will brake and you'll awake and start to bake a sugar cake
For me to take for all the boys to see
We will raise a family, a boy for you and a girl for me
Can't you see how happy we will be
The lyrics of the song ‘Tea for Two’ have a sweet and romantic tone, expressing the desire for a peaceful and intimate life with a loved one. The opening lines, "I’m discontented with homes that are rented so I have invented my own", shows dissatisfaction with temporary living situations and a determination to create a more permanent and comfortable home. The singer goes on to describe this new home as a "lover’s oasis", a place where they can be together and away from the busy city life. The lyrics are filled with romantic imagery, referencing "flowers pretty caressing the stream" and a "sugar cake" to be baked for them to share.
The second part of the song describes a future together, painted as a happy and idyllic life. The singer envisions sitting with their partner enjoying tea for two, alone in their own little world. They dream of raising a family, a boy for one and a girl for the other. The idea of being alone is emphasized, with the desire not to be seen or heard by anyone else. The lyrics express a romantic ideal, where love and family are the center of life, and everything else fades away into the background.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm discontented with homes that are rented so I have invented my own
I am unhappy with living spaces that are leased, which is why I have created my own dwelling
Darling this place is a lover's oasis
My love, this abode is a haven for loved ones
where lights where we chase is unknown
A place where sightseeing activities are yet to be explored
Far from the cry of the city where flowers pretty caress the stream
Miles away from the bustling metropolis where beautiful flowers and the river soothe your soul
Cozy to hide in, to live side by side in, don't let it abide in my dream
Comfortable for secluding, together with living as a couple, do not let this idea just exist in my imagination
Picture you upon my knee, just tea for two and two for tea
Imagine you sitting on my lap, sharing tea together
Just me for you and you for me alone
Only you and I, alone by ourselves
Nobody near us to see us or hear us
No one else around that could possibly observe or listen to us
No friends or relations or weekend vacations
Without friends or family members bothering, and no weekend getaways
We won't have it known, dear, that we own a telephone, dear
No one would know, my love, that we possess a telephone
They will brake and you'll awake and start to bake a sugar cake
They will slow down and you will arise, and go ahead to make a cake with sugar
For me to take for all the boys to see
For me to bring, in order for people to admire
We will raise a family, a boy for you and a girl for me
We shall rear a family – you for a boy and me for a girl
Can't you see how happy we will be
Can you not envision our future filled with joy?
Writer(s): IRVING CAESAR, VINCENT YOUMANS
Contributed by Madelyn W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.