The Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra board of trustees created The Cincinnati Pops Orchestra in 1977. Since then Erich Kunzel's efforts have made the "Pops" into an internationally known ensemble with half a dozen best-selling recordings a year and almost weekly subscription concerts.
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Cheek To Cheek
Erich Kunzel Lyrics
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And my heart beats so that I can hardly speak
And I seem to find the happiness I seek
When we're out together dancing cheek to cheek
Heaven, I'm in heaven
And the cares that hung around me through the week
Seem to vanish like a gambler's lucky streak
Oh I love to climb a mountain
And reach the highest peak
But it doesn't thrill (Boot) me half as much
As dancing cheek to cheek
Oh I love to go out fishing
In a river or a creek
But I don't enjoy it half as much
As dancing cheek to cheek
(Come on and) Dance with me
I want my arms around you
That (Those) charm about you
Will carry me through
(Right up) To heaven, I'm in heaven
And my heart beats so that I can hardly speak
And I seem to find the happiness I seek
When we're out together dancing, out together dancing (Swinging)
Out together dancing cheek to cheek
The lyrics to Erich Kunzel & Rochester Pops's song Cheek To Cheek are about the overwhelming feeling of happiness and contentment when dancing with a loved one. The singer describes being in heaven, with their heart beating so fast that they can hardly speak. The happiness they seek is found when they're dancing cheek to cheek, leaving behind the cares and stresses of their daily life. Dancing with their partner is even more thrilling than climbing mountains or going fishing, highlighting the importance of being with someone they love. The song is essentially an ode to the joy of dancing and the emotional connection that comes with it.
One interesting fact about the song is that it was written by Irving Berlin for the film Top Hat, starring Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. The song was later recorded by many other artists, including Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong, and became a jazz standard. Additionally, the song has been featured in several other films and TV shows, such as When Harry Met Sally, Mad Men, and American Horror Story. The song's popularity has endured for decades, with many modern musicians continuing to perform it.
Another interesting fact is that the song was performed at the Academy Awards in 1995 as part of a tribute to Fred Astaire. The performance featured Billy Crystal, Liza Minnelli, and Tony Bennett, and was a memorable moment in Oscar history. Additionally, the song has been covered by many different artists in various styles, from jazz to pop to country. The song's catchy melody and romantic lyrics make it a timeless classic.
The chords for Cheek to Cheek are G, G7, C, Cm, D, D7, Bm, Am, E7, and A7.
Line by Line Meaning
Heaven, I'm in heaven
I feel absolute joy and bliss in this moment
And my heart beats so that I can hardly speak
I'm so overwhelmed with happiness that my heartbeat is affecting my ability to speak
And I seem to find the happiness I seek
Being in this moment with you feels like I've found true happiness
When we're out together dancing cheek to cheek
Our physical closeness and the harmony of our dancing is what's making me feel so joyful
And the cares that hung around me through the week
All of the things that have been troubling me or weighing me down seem to disappear in this moment
Seem to vanish like a gambler's lucky streak
My worries dissipate as quickly as the good fortune of a lucky gambler
Oh I love to climb a mountain
I enjoy doing activities that give me a sense of accomplishment or make me feel alive
And reach the highest peak
I strive for greatness and to achieve my goals
But it doesn't thrill (Boot) me half as much
Even achieving my greatest goals doesn't compare to the joy I feel while dancing with you
As dancing cheek to cheek
I find the closeness we share while dancing to be the purest form of happiness
Oh I love to go out fishing
I find pleasure in doing activities out in nature
In a river or a creek
I find peace and tranquility in natural water sources
But I don't enjoy it half as much
Even activities that I enjoy doing don't bring me the same level of happiness as dancing with you
Come on and dance with me
I invite you to partake in this moment of pure joy with me
I want my arms around you
I crave physical closeness and affection with you
That (Those) charm about you
Your personality and character are so endearing and attractive to me
Will carry me through
The happiness I feel with you will carry me through any difficult times
Out together dancing
Sharing this moment of happiness and closeness with you
Out together dancing (Swinging)
Dancing in a way that's lively, fun, and carefree
Out together dancing cheek to cheek
Our physical closeness and the harmony of our dancing is what's making me feel so joyful
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Irving Berlin
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