Brubeck's style ranged from refined to bombastic, reflecting his mother's attempts at classical training and his improvisational skills. Much of his music employed unusual time signatures, a fact jokingly referred to by his greatest hits album 'Time Signatures: A Career Retrospective'. Upon his death, a number of commentators noted his crossover appeal to mainstream pop audiences, something putting him in the company of other jazz legends such as Louis Armstrong and Herbie Hancock among others.
I Remember You
Dave Brubeck Lyrics
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We'll sigh goodbye to all we ever had
Alone where we have walked together
I'll remember April and be glad
I'll be content you loved me once in April
Your lips were warm and love and spring were new
I'm not afraid of autumn and her sorrow
The fire will dwindle into glowing ashes
For flames live such a little while
I won't forget but I won't be lonely
I'll remember April and smile
In "I'll Remember April," Dave Brubeck sings about the bittersweet feelings that come with memories of past loves. The first verse is about the passing of time and how even the most beautiful days fade away. The following lines speak to the power of memory: though the day may be gone, the memory of it remains, and that's something to be happy about. The second verse focuses on the singer's memories of a particular woman he loved in the springtime. He's at peace with the fact that their relationship has come and gone, but he's grateful for the time they spent together. Even in the face of autumn's inevitable sadness, he can keep his chin up because he'll always cherish the memory of that special April.
This song is a beautiful meditation on the power of memory and love. It's a reminder that even when things end, the memories we make with others can continue to inspire us and give us joy. The lyrics are simple but powerful, and the melody is achingly beautiful. It's easy to see why this tune has become a jazz standard.
Line by Line Meaning
This lovely day will lengthen into evening
The present moment is beautiful and enjoyable, and we should appreciate it while it lasts.
We'll sigh goodbye to all we ever had
Even though we must let go of the happy times we shared, we should accept the fleeting nature of life and cherish the memories.
Alone where we have walked together
The places we visited and the experiences we had together will always hold a special place in my heart, even if I am there alone.
I'll remember April and be glad
April, and the memories associated with it, will always bring happiness to me, even if it reminds me of what is now gone.
I'll be content you loved me once in April
Even though our love is no longer present, I am content that we shared a deep connection during the month of April.
Your lips were warm and love and spring were new
During that April, our love was fresh and passionate, and I recall the physical warmth of your lips as a symbol of that love.
I'm not afraid of autumn and her sorrow
Despite the sadness and natural decline associated with autumn, I am not fearful of it, for it is merely another phase of life.
For I'll remember April and you
The memories of April, and you along with them, will always bring me comfort and happiness.
The fire will dwindle into glowing ashes
Just like a fire, which burns brightly for a time and then dies out, all things in life must come to an end eventually.
For flames live such a little while
Our time together was like a flame, brief but wonderful, and I cannot help but feel grateful for the experience.
I won't forget but I won't be lonely
Although I will never forget our time together, I will not let it consume me with loneliness or sadness, but instead use it as a source of strength and happiness.
I'll remember April and smile
When I think of April and all the happy experiences I had, I cannot help but smile, even if it is bittersweet.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DON RAYE, GENE DE PAUL, PATRICIA JOHNSTON
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