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Cleo Laine; John Dankworth Lyrics
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Over and over and over again
My friend, there's no end to the music...
Ah, summer is over
But the music keeps playing
And won't let the cold get me down
Pictures are forming inside my brain
Soon with the colors they'll rain together and grow
Ah, it's not always easy
But the music keeps playing
And won't let the world get me down.
In this song, Cleo Laine speaks about the power of music to uplift her spirits and fill her mind with endless melodies. The opening lines convey the idea that music is constantly present in her mind, playing in a loop that seems neverending. The phrase "My friend, there's no end to the music" suggests that she considers music to be a companion that is always with her.
Despite the changing seasons and the challenges of life, music remains a constant source of comfort and inspiration. Cleo Laine sings that even though summer is over and the cold weather is creeping in, the music keeps playing and prevents her from feeling down. She speaks of the vivid images that music conjures up in her imagination, and how they come to life with the help of colors and patterns. The final lines of the song express the idea that music has the power to transcend negativity, as it keeps on playing and prevents the world from getting her down.
Line by Line Meaning
Music is playing inside my head
I constantly hear music in my thoughts
Over and over and over again
The same tune repeats itself in my mind
My friend, there's no end to the music...
The music inside my head has no limit
Ah, summer is over
The season of warmth and joy has ended
But the music keeps playing
Despite the change in season, the music in my head persists
And won't let the cold get me down
The music provides me with comfort and motivation
Pictures are forming inside my brain
My imagination is creating visuals inspired by the music
Soon with the colors they'll rain together and grow
The visuals will become more vivid and elaborate
Then don't you know, don't you know there'll be music...
These visuals will trigger more music in my thoughts
Ah, it's not always easy
Life can be challenging
But the music keeps playing
The constant music in my head provides emotional support
And won't let the world get me down.
It helps me face the world with a positive attitude
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CAROLE KING
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@Magnetron33
Her ability to learn arrangements like this is mind-boggling. The note for note harmonies were one of their trademarks and incomparable. . Loved them since the 70s or 80s when I saw them on PBS. Thanks for all of the incredible music Cleo! We love you!
@susancain8505
My dad loved her said she was one the best Jazz voices out there. Took me several years of listening to all kinds of jazz and musical genres to develop a level of understanding and yes a sophistication to really appreciate this level of skill and talent. Now I think I hear what my dad already knew.
@esgil1
Yes, jazz singer though in my opinion best singer, range, tone, clarity, harmony, style of effortlessness especially in low or high ranges. Blew me away from 1st time I saw her & still does. John, hubby helped her in musical arrangements. Do miss them on live performances.
@andrewmundin2513
Amazing vocal range from a very talented lady
@wezzmusic
Cleo Laine was a regular performer on Pebble Mill. An afternoon ITV show in the late 1970's and early 19080's. Fabulous
@robinvanags912
Pebble Mill was the BBC Network Production Centre in the Midlands - so that would be 'Pebble Mill At One' (on BBC1).
@philpiper
Thank you once again for showcasing the immeasurable talent of Sir John and Dame Cleo.
I recently found tracks from their "Shakespeare and all that jazz" album, which I lost many years ago. It is a masterpiece of great composition and arranging, superb playing, and of course sublime singing.
@MWAshby-bb1ee
Incomparable. I don't know of any singer that has developed this singing style/jazz vocalization.
@swingmanic
I remember seeing them at Wavendon back in 1972 after hitchhiking from Bury St. Edmunds when I was 17. It was a great weekend with the likes of George Chisholm, Lennie Bush, John Dankworth, Cleo and David Bailey if my memory serves me right.
@ianlambert8034
Yes! most of them also played in Norwich on the same tour. Never to be forgotten.