Tennessee Waltz
Colm Wilkinson Lyrics
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When an old friend I happened to see
I introduced her to my loved one
And while they were dancin'
My friend stole my sweetheart from me.
I remember the night and the Tennessee Waltz
Now I know just how much I have lost
The beautiful Tennessee Waltz.
I was dancin' with my darlin' to the Tennessee Waltz
When an old friend I happened to see
I introduced her to my loved one
And while they were dancin'
My friend stole my sweetheart from me.
I remember the night and the Tennessee Waltz
Now I know just how much I have lost
Yes, I lost my little darlin' the night they were playing
The beautiful Tennessee Waltz
The beautiful Tennessee Waltz
The lyrics to Colm Wilkinson's "Tennessee Waltz" tell the story of a man who loses his sweetheart to an old friend while they were dancing to the Tennessee Waltz. The song expresses the heartbreak and pain of lost love, as the singer realizes the depth of his loss. The lyrics also emphasize the beauty of the waltz itself, as it is played throughout the song, contrasting with the sadness of the story being told.
The song was first recorded in 1947 by Patti Page and became an immediate hit, reaching number one on the charts. The song has since been covered by many artists, including Elvis Presley, Sam Cooke, and Otis Redding. The popularity of the song has endured, and it has become a classic example of the country genre's ability to tell heartfelt stories through music.
The lyrics to "Tennessee Waltz" also reflect the cultural significance of the dance itself, which has long been associated with American country music. The waltz originated in 18th-century Austria and was later adopted by European and American ballroom dancers. In the United States, the waltz became a popular dance style in the mid-19th century and has since become an enduring symbol of traditional country music.
Line by Line Meaning
I was dancing with my darling to the Tennessee Waltz
I was enjoying my time with my significant other, moving slowly and gracefully to the music of the Tennessee Waltz.
When an old friend I happened to see
At some point during the dance, I noticed an old friend in the crowd around us.
I introduced her to my loved one
I thought it would be nice to introduce my old friend to my significant other, since they didn't know each other yet.
And while they were dancin'
As they danced together, I watched from the sidelines, content to see them enjoying themselves.
My friend stole my sweetheart from me.
To my great dismay, my friend took my significant other from me and claimed them as their own.
I remember the night and the Tennessee Waltz
The memory of that devastating evening, and the music of the Tennessee Waltz, has been etched permanently into my mind.
Now I know just how much I have lost
After experiencing such a great loss, I am more aware of just how much my significant other meant to me.
Yes, I lost my little darlin' the night they were playing
It was on the same night that the Tennessee Waltz was being played that I lost my beloved partner forever.
The beautiful Tennessee Waltz
Despite the tragedy that occurred during the dance, the Tennessee Waltz remains a beautiful and unforgettable melody.
Contributed by Alaina C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.