What Are You Doing New Year's Eve?
Ella Fitzgeraldová Lyrics
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And the couples we know are fondly kissing.
Will I be with you or will I be among the missing?
Maybe it's much
Too early in the game
Ooh, but I thought
I'd ask you just the same
New Year's eve?
Wonder whose arms
Will hold you good and tight
When it's exactly
Twelve o'clock that night
Welcoming in the New Year
New Year's eve
Maybe I'm crazy to suppose
I'd ever be the one you chose
Out of the thousand invitations
You received
Ooh, but in case
I stand one little chance
Here comes
The jackpot question in advance
What are you doing New Year's
New Year's Eve?
Maybe I'm crazy to suppose
I'd ever be the one you chose
Out of the thousand invitations
You received
Ooh, but in case
I stand one little chance
Here comes
The jackpot question in advance
What are you doing New Year's
New Year's Eve?
The lyrics of Ella Fitzgeraldová's song "What Are You Doing New Year's Eve?" describe the anxiety and uncertainty that come with the turn of the year. The song depicts a scenario where everyone is celebrating and kissing couples are everywhere, but the singer is unsure whether they will be with their special someone or be among the "missing." The song's protagonist seems to be worried that they are not as important to their loved one as other party-goers who might "hold you good and tight" when the clock strikes midnight. Despite this, the singer asks the person they love what they will be doing on New Year's Eve, hoping that they stand "one little chance" of being chosen among the "thousand invitations" that the person may have received.
The song captures the essence of New Year's Eve, which is a time to reflect on the past year and set resolutions for the coming one. It speaks to the idea that with every new year come new possibilities and a chance to start again. The song's melancholic tone suggests that the coming year might not be like the last one, and the singer is unsure what the future holds. The song is relatable to anyone who has ever felt uncertain or anxious as one year ends and another begins.
Line by Line Meaning
When the bells all ring and the horns all blow
When the festive celebrations are in full swing
And the couples we know are fondly kissing.
And our friends and acquaintances are enjoying their romantic moments
Will I be with you or will I be among the missing?
Will I be spending the New Year's Eve with you or will I be absent?
Maybe it's much
Perhaps it's too early
Too early in the game
Too early to plan or decide
Ooh, but I thought
But I have this thought
I'd ask you just the same
I still want to ask you the question
What are you doing New Year's
What are your plans for New Year's Eve?
New Year's eve?
Are you doing anything special for New Year's Eve?
Wonder whose arms
I wonder who will hold you
Will hold you good and tight
Will embrace you tightly
When it's exactly
At the precise moment
Twelve o'clock that night
When midnight strikes
Welcoming in the New Year
Celebrating the start of the New Year
New Year's eve
On New Year's Eve
Maybe I'm crazy to suppose
Perhaps I'm being foolish to think
I'd ever be the one you chose
That you would choose me as your companion
Out of the thousand invitations
Out of all the offers and invitations you received
You received
From other people or events
Ooh, but in case
But just in case
I stand one little chance
I have a small possibility
Here comes
Now comes
The jackpot question in advance
The important question that will determine my plans
What are you doing New Year's
What are you planning to do for New Year's?
New Year's Eve?
Are you going to celebrate or spend the evening alone?
Contributed by Natalie G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@chat4538
I may be among the missing this year, but hopefully, the next year, someone will be dancing to this song with me. 🎉😊 🎉
@steelbeachsiren
You're not alone!
@Bread-nx9fo
So long 2023, hello 2024!
@ronald-xs7sp
Ella owns this song!
@liberte5847
Merci beaucoup from Paris France 👍 👍 👍 !
@sevenswordsin
I love you Ella Fitzgerald ❤
@LindaSafley-xz2sb
What A Singer.
@lucyyoung77777
THANK.💃 YOU.🧡
@GaiaCarney
✨Ella Fitzgerald once said “The only thing better than singing is more singing!” 💕
@Bunske1976
The GOAT ❤ Ella Fitzgerald ❤ Thank you 🙏