Tea for Two
Connie Kay Lyrics
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Tony Bennett
(Irving Caesar/Vincent Youmans)
I'm discontented with homes that are rented so I have invented my own.
Darling this place is a lover's oasis where life's weary chase is unknown.
Far from the cry of the city, where flowers pretty caress the streams,
Cozy to hide in, to love side-by-side in. Don't let it abide in my dreams.
Picture you upon my knee, just tea for two and two for tea,
Just me for you and you for me, alone!
Nobody near us, to see us or hear us,
No friends or relations on weekend vacations,
We won't have it known, dear, that we have a telephone, dear.
Day will break 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, a girl for me,
Oh, can't you see how happy life would be?
You are revealing a plan so appealing I can't help but falling for you,
Darling, I planned it; can't you understand it is yours to command it, so do.
All of your schemes I'm admiring, they're worth desiring but can't you see,
I'd like to wait there for some future date dear;
it won't be too late, dear, for me.
Picture you upon my knee, just tea for two and two for tea,
Just me for you and you for me, alone!
Nobody near us, to see us or hear us,
No friends or relations on weekend vacations,
We won't have it known, dear, that we have a telephone, dear.
Day will break 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, a girl for me,
Oh, can't you see how happy life would be?
The lyrics of Tony Bennett's Tea for Two speak of a lover's desire for a peaceful, private life away from the noise and chaos of the city. The singer is "discontented with homes that are rented," so he "invents" his own "lover's oasis" where he can hide away with his love. The place is described as cozy, where they can "love side-by-side" without interruption. The couple wants to enjoy a quiet life together, just "tea for two and two for tea," with no friends, family, or acquaintances to see or hear them. The song mentions how they want to keep their love and their location secret, ensuring no telephone line is installed, and no visitors come over the weekend. They imagine a happy future together, raising a family, with a boy for the singer and a girl for his partner and living a peaceful, happy life.
Through the lines of this song, the singer communicates his heartfelt desire for a life of simplicity, free from the extravagance and hustle of the city. The soft and gentle melody of the song further emphasizes the calming and serene atmosphere that the couple yearns for. The song shows the sentiments and longings of people who desire simplicity and cherish love in their lives.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm discontented with homes that are rented so I have invented my own.
I am not satisfied with rented houses, so I have created my own perfect living space.
Darling this place is a lover's oasis where life's weary chase is unknown.
This place is a sweet escape from the chaos and stress of the world; a haven for lovers.
Far from the cry of the city, where flowers pretty caress the streams,
It's tucked away from urban noise, with flowing brooks adorned with lovely flora.
Cozy to hide in, to love side-by-side in. Don't let it abide in my dreams.
It's an intimate and snug spot where two people can relish each other's company without interruptions. I want this dream to become real.
Picture you upon my knee, just tea for two and two for tea,
I imagine you sitting on my lap, enjoying a simple tea party for just the two of us.
Just me for you and you for me, alone!
It's just me and you, alone together.
Nobody near us, to see us or hear us,
We are far from prying eyes and ears.
No friends or relations on weekend vacations,
We don't want any family or friends to spot us while on a weekend getaway.
We won't have it known, dear, that we have a telephone, dear.
We'll keep our phone out of sight, so no one knows if we are there or not.
Day will break and you'll awake and start to bake
As the sun rises, you'll be up making a treat.
A sugar cake for me to take for all the boys to see.
It's a sweet treat that I'll show off to my guy friends.
We will raise a family, a boy for you, a girl for me,
We'll spend our future together and start a family with both a boy and a girl.
Oh, can't you see how happy life would be?
Can't you see how wonderful our lives could be?
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: IRVING CAESAR, VINCENT YOUMANS
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Picture you upon my knee
Just tea for 2
And 2 for tea
Just me for you
And you die me alone
Nobody near us to see us or hear us
No friends or relations
On weekend vacations
We won’t have it known, dear
That we own a telephone, dear
Day will break 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, a girl for me
Oh, can’t you see how happy we would be