Moon River
Dawn LandesThe Kentuckians Lyrics
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wider than a mile
im crossing you in style
someday
oh dream maker
you heart breaker
wherever youre going
im going your way
off to see the world
there's
such a lot of world
to see
we're after the same
rainbows end
waiting round the bend
my huckleberry friend
moon river and me
were after the same rainbows end
waiting round the bend
my huckleberry friend
moon river and me
The song "Moon River" by Dawn Landes is a beautiful and nostalgic ode to friendship and adventure. The lyrics speak of a journey, both physical and emotional, as the singer sets out to follow the dream maker and heart breaker, wherever they may be headed. The wide expanse of the moon river becomes a metaphor for the immense possibilities that life can offer, and the two drifters have their eyes set on the same rainbow's end, waiting just around the bend. The use of the term "huckleberry friend" adds an intimate and personal touch to the song, as if the singer is confiding in a close companion about their hopes and fears.
The song's gentle melody and simple yet meaningful lyrics have made it an enduring classic, beloved by generations of listeners around the world. It has been covered by numerous artists, including Audrey Hepburn in the film "Breakfast at Tiffany's" and by Frank Ocean on his album "Blonde." The song has also been used in several films, television shows, and commercials, cementing its place in popular culture. "Moon River" continues to inspire and captivate audiences with its timeless message of friendship, hope, and the joy of exploring the world around us.
Line by Line Meaning
moon river
The river named Moon that is being referred to in this song
wider than a mile
The width of the Moon River is wider than a mile
im crossing you in style
The singer is crossing the Moon River in a stylish way
someday
At some point in the future
oh dream maker
A person who can create or inspire dreams
you heart breaker
A person who can break hearts
wherever youre going
No matter where the dream maker is going
im going your way
The artist is going in the same direction as the dream maker
two drifters
Two people who are drifting without a specific destination
off to see the world
Going to explore and discover the world
there's
There is
such a lot of world
There is a vast amount of the world to see and experience
to see
To explore and discover
we're after the same
Both the singer and dream maker want the same thing
rainbows end
The end of a rainbow, which is a symbol of hope and good fortune
waiting round the bend
Waiting just around the corner
my huckleberry friend
A close and reliable friend
moon river and me
The singer and Moon River
were after the same rainbows end
Both the singer and Moon River are seeking the end of the rainbow
waiting round the bend
Both the artist and Moon River are waiting for the opportunity to find the end of the rainbow, which might be just around the corner
my huckleberry friend
The artist is describing Moon River as a close and reliable friend, like a huckleberry friend
moon river and me
Both the artist and Moon River are on a journey to find the end of the rainbow
Contributed by Liam T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.