Why Do I Love You
Charlie Parker and His Orchestra Lyrics
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Long before the Springtime is due?
And even though it's snowing, violets are growing
I know why and so do you
Why do breezes sigh every evening whispering your name as they do?
And why have I the feeling stars are on my ceiling?
I know why and so do you
When you smile at me I hear gypsy violins
I can see the sun when it's raining, hiding every cloud from my view
And why do I see rainbows when you're in my arms?
I know why and so do you
Why do robins sing in December
Long before the springtime is due?
And even though it's snowing, violets are growing
I know why and so do you
Why do breezes sigh every evening whispering your name as they do?
And why have I the feeling stars are on my ceiling?
I know why and so do you
When you smile at me I hear gypsy violins
When you dance with me, I'm in heaven when the music begins
I can see the sun when it's raining, hiding every cloud from my view
And why do I see rainbows when you're in my arms?
I know why and so do you
These lyrics from Charlie Barnet and His Orchestra's song "And So Do I" explore a sense of wonder and joy at the beauty of the world and the power of love. The opening lines ask about the seemingly impossible: why do robins sing in December, and why are violets growing in the snow? These lines hint at the magic of the world, and suggest that there are things that we may not understand, but that nonetheless fill us with wonder.
The following lines move into the realm of the personal, asking why the singer feels the way they do, and why they are so enamored with their lover. The lines "When you smile at me I hear gypsy violins / When you dance with me, I'm in heaven when the music begins" are particularly evocative, suggesting that the singer is transported to another world entirely when they are with their lover. The closing lines suggest that the singer understands the beauty of the world and of their love, and that they are filled with a sense of joy and wonder as a result.
Overall, these lyrics capture a sense of magic and joy in the world, and suggest that love can be a powerful force that illuminates everything around us.
Line by Line Meaning
Why do robins sing in December
What is the reason behind robins singing in December, even before the arrival of spring?
Long before the Springtime is due?
Why do robins sing in December, much before the spring season arrives?
And even though it's snowing, violets are growing
Why do violets bloom during snowfall?
I know why and so do you
We both know the answer to these questions
Why do breezes sigh every evening whispering your name as they do?
What is the reason behind breezes whispering your name every night?
And why have I the feeling stars are on my ceiling?
Why do I feel as if stars are twinkling on my ceiling?
When you smile at me I hear gypsy violins
Your smile brings a musical feeling in my heart, like gypsy violins
When you dance with me, I'm in heaven when the music begins
Dancing with you takes me to a happy place where I experience pure ecstasy during the music
I can see the sun when it's raining, hiding every cloud from my view
With you, I can see sunshine even during the rain; every cloud is hidden from my sight
And why do I see rainbows when you're in my arms?
Why do rainbows appear when I am in your embrace?
I know why and so do you
We both know why these things occur, as they are a result of our love and connection
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MACK GORDON, HARRY WARREN
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