Hello Dolly
Darin Bobby Lyrics
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It's so nice to have you back where you belong
You lookin' swell Dolly, I can tell Dolly
You still glowin', you still growin', you still goin' strong
I feel the room swayin', while the band's playin'
One of their old favourite songs from way back when
So, take a wrap fellas, find her an empty lap fellas
I feel the room swayin', but the band's playin'
One of our old favourite songs from back when
So, golly gee fellas, have a little faith in me fellas
Dolly, never go away
Promise, you'll never go away
Dolly, never go away again
The lyrics to Darin Bobby's song Hello Dolly are about Louis, who is calling out to Dolly, expressing how happy he is to have her back where she belongs. Louis tells Dolly that she is looking great and still going strong. As the band begins to play an old favourite song, Louis feels the room sway, and his emotions take over, and he asks the fellas to wrap it up and find an empty lap for Dolly. Louis cannot bear for Dolly to ever leave again, and he promises that she will never go away.
These lyrics speak to the joy of reunions and the happiness that can come from being with someone you love. The old favourite song that is played by the band harkens back to memories of the past, which can bring a sense of comfort and familiarity, making the reunion even more special. The use of repetition in the lyrics, such as "You still glowin', you still growin', you still goin' strong," emphasizes the importance of consistency and highlights the strength of the relationship between Louis and Dolly.
Line by Line Meaning
Hello, Dolly, this is Louis, Dolly
Louis is greeting Dolly and referring to himself in the third person to indicate that he is excited to talk to her.
It's so nice to have you back where you belong
Louis is happy that Dolly is back where she belongs and in her element.
You lookin' swell Dolly, I can tell Dolly
Louis is complimenting Dolly's appearance and indicating that he can see that she is doing well.
You still glowin', you still growin', you still goin' strong
Louis is pointing out that Dolly still exudes energy and vitality, and is not showing any signs of slowing down.
I feel the room swayin', while the band's playin'
Louis is caught up in the moment and can feel the energy in the room; the band is playing loud and he is affected by the music.
One of their old favourite songs from way back when
Louis is observing that the band is playing a song that is an old favourite, likely stirring up nostalgia in those listening.
So, take a wrap fellas, find her an empty lap fellas
Louis is instructing his friends to get ready to welcome Dolly and find her a seat.
Dolly... never go away again
Louis wants Dolly to stay and not leave again, indicating that he values her presence.
I feel the room swayin', but the band's playin'
Louis is again feeling the energy in the room, despite the fact that the atmosphere is more subdued than before.
One of our old favourite songs from back when
The band is still playing old favourites, indicating a strong sense of nostalgia and appreciation for past music.
So, golly gee fellas, have a little faith in me fellas
Louis is asking his friends to trust him and have confidence in his ability to take care of business.
Dolly, never go away
Louis is again expressing his desire for Dolly to stay and not leave again.
Promise, you'll never go away
Louis is asking Dolly to make a promise to never leave again, indicating how important her presence is to him.
Dolly, never go away again
Louis is reiterating his desire for Dolly to stay and never leave again.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JERRY HERMAN
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