Dave has been a consistently active percussionist over the past 40-plus years, specializing in vibraphone and marimba, and has built quite an impressive resume to stand on. Yet, because the meat of his career was spent recording for a European label at a time when jazz music was losing steam in mainstream America, he has been among the countless musicians to have taken his place amongst the more obscure and only recently sought after jazz musicians of the mid-Twentieth Century.
On Green Dolphin Street
Dave Pike Lyrics
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A man, a maid, a kiss, and then goodbye
Romance was the theme
And we were the players
I never think of this without a sigh
Lover, one lovely day
Love came, planning to stay
The setting for nights beyond forgetting
And through these moments apart memories live in my heart
When I recall the love I found on
I could kiss the ground on Green Dolphin Street
Lover, one lovely day
Love came, planning to stay
Green Dolphin Street supplied the setting
The setting for nights beyond forgetting
And through these moments apart memories live in my heart
When I recall the love I found on
On Green Dolphin Street
The lyrics of Dave Pike's "On Green Dolphin Street" recount a love story that has become an unforgettable memory for the singer. The singer describes the events as surreal- something that seems like a dream, but he knows it truly happened. The moments he relives through reminiscing involve a man, a woman and a kiss, all of which point to the theme of romance. The singers are the players in this love story. The song emphasizes the importance of the setting- Green Dolphin Street, which supplied the perfect background for a love story that will remain unforgotten. Despite the lovers’ parting, the memories of their love continue to live in the singer's heart.
The lyrics of the song portray the feeling of love and heartbreak in a way that is unforgettable. The lyrics, combined with the melody, create a sense of nostalgia that is so strong, it transports the listener to a different time and place, resonating even with people who have never heard the song before. The haunting qualities of the melody match the bittersweet emotions of the lyrics, and together, they create a listening experience that tugs at the heartstrings. The song is a testament to the impact love can have on us, and just like Green Dolphin Street, some memories are too precious to forget.
Line by Line Meaning
It seems like a dream, yet I know it happened
Although it feels like a surreal experience, I am certain that it did happen.
A man, a maid, a kiss, and then goodbye
The two lovers shared a kiss before parting ways forever.
Romance was the theme
The love shared between the man and the maid was the central focus of this memory.
And we were the players
The man and the maid were the ones who experienced this romantic encounter.
I never think of this without a sigh
This memory always leaves me feeling nostalgic and wistful.
Lover, one lovely day
This line represents the beginning of the romantic encounter.
Love came, planning to stay
The love shared between the man and the maid was not just a passing fancy, but something that was meant to last.
Green Dolphin Street supplied the setting
The location where this romantic encounter took place was on Green Dolphin Street.
The setting for nights beyond forgetting
The memories of their time together on Green Dolphin Street were unforgettable.
And through these moments apart memories live in my heart
Even when separated, the memories of their time together continue to exist and have an impact on the man's heart.
When I recall the love I found on
Memories of the love shared between the man and the maid are triggered when he thinks of...
I could kiss the ground on Green Dolphin Street
The man holds the location of their romantic encounter in such high regard that he feels he could kiss the ground it took place on.
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Written by: BRONISLAW KAPER, NED WASHINGTON
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