Teddy Charles Lyrics

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It was just one of those things
Just one of those crazy flings
One of those bells that now and then rings
Just one of those things

It was just one of those nights
Just one of those fabulous flights
A trip to the moon on gossamer wings

Just one of those things

If we'd thought a bit before the end of it
When we started painting the town
We'd have been aware that our love affair
Was too hot not to cool down

So goodbye, dear, and amen
Here's hoping we meet now and then

It was great fun
But it was just one of those things

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Just One of Those Things tell the story of a passionate yet fleeting romance that the singer enjoyed. It was one of those impulsive decisions that people make that may feel thrilling in the moment but ultimately ends with regret. The lyrics recall a night of excitement, likening it to a journey to the moon on gossamer wings. The singer admits that they should have thought about the repercussions of their actions before embarking on their wild night out, as they might have realized that the intensity of their relationship was short-lived.

As the song progresses, the singer resigns themselves to the fact that the romance is over, and they must say goodbye to their lover. Nonetheless, they maintain a hopeful tone about the possibility of meeting again in the future. The song conveys the bittersweet emotions that often accompany sudden romantic flings, indulging in the joy of the moment while acknowledging that it is fleeting and must come to an end.

Line by Line Meaning

It was just one of those things
This occurrence was simply one of the many unpredictable events that happen in life.

Just one of those crazy flings
Our romance was a wild and impulsive decision that we made without thinking too deeply about the consequences or future implications.

One of those bells that now and then rings
Sometimes, the sound of something attractive or interesting can grab our attention, but then it fades away just as quickly without leaving a lasting impression.

Just one of those things
Ultimately, our relationship was nothing more than a fleeting moment in time and not something that we could or should hold onto forever.

It was just one of those nights
This particular evening was a magical and memorable experience that we will always look back on fondly.

Just one of those fabulous flights
Like a soaring plane ride, our evening was filled with excitement, fun and adventure that only happens so often in life.

A trip to the moon on gossamer wings
Our time together felt as light and fantastical as a journey to the moon, carried by the delicate and ethereal gossamer wings of imagination.

If we'd thought a bit before the end of it
Perhaps if we had taken a moment to consider the ramifications of our actions, we may have been able to change the outcome.

When we started painting the town
As soon as we began having fun and indulging ourselves, we became caught up in the moment and lost sight of the bigger picture.

We'd have been aware that our love affair
Had we been more mindful and cognizant of our emotions and attachment, we may have realized that our relationship could not withstand the test of time.

Was too hot not to cool down
Our passion was so intense that it could not be maintained at such an extreme level, and was bound to burn out eventually.

So goodbye, dear, and amen
Now that our time together has come to an end, we say farewell and consider this chapter of our lives closed for good.

Here's hoping we meet now and then
While we may not be together romantically, we still wish each other well and hope that our paths cross again in the future.

It was great fun
Despite its fleeting nature, we both had a wonderful time and created happy memories during our brief affair.

But it was just one of those things
Ultimately, we acknowledge that our relationship was not meant to last, but will always cherish the memories we shared together.

Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: COLE PORTER

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