Serenade
Ernie Lyrics


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Melancholy serenade every time I hear it played
Right out of space your haunting face appears

There were other serenades broken promises we made
Why must I pay day after day with tears

Alone in my room I watch the ghost of you
Alone in the gloom once more I'm close to you

Melancholy serenade as the music starts to fade
I feel your kiss and then you disappear

Alone in the gloom once more I'm close to you





Melancholy serenade as the music starts to fade
I feel your kiss and then you disappear

Overall Meaning

In "Serenade" by Ernie, the lyrics evoke a sense of longing and sorrow, as the singer reminisces about the past and reflects on a lost love. The melancholy serenade mentioned in the song holds a special significance for the singer, as it brings back memories of their hauntingly beautiful relationship. Every time the serenade is played, the singer feels as if their love is right there with them, represented by the "haunting face" that appears.


The song alludes to broken promises and a sense of regret. The singer mentions other serenades and broken promises they made, suggesting that their relationship was filled with missed opportunities and unfulfilled commitments. It seems that the consequences of those broken promises continue to haunt the singer, as they question why they must continue to suffer and pay for their actions with tears.


The loneliness and yearning intensify in the second verse, as the singer describes being alone in their room, watching the ghost of their lost love. The dark, gloomy atmosphere reflects their emotional state, and once again, they feel close to their former partner. The fading music represents the ephemeral nature of their reunion, as the singer feels their lover's kiss but then watches them disappear once more.


Overall, "Serenade" paints a poignant picture of lost love, regret, and the longing for a past relationship. The melancholic melody and introspective lyrics capture the bittersweet emotions that arise when reminiscing about a love that can never be fully recaptured.


Line by Line Meaning

Melancholy serenade every time I hear it played
Everytime the melancholy serenade is played, it evokes a deep and sad emotion within me.


Right out of space your haunting face appears
Suddenly, your ghostly and unforgettable face appears before me, as if it's coming from another dimension.


There were other serenades broken promises we made
We shared other serenades in the past, but those were accompanied by broken promises and unfulfilled commitments.


Why must I pay day after day with tears
I continually suffer and bear the emotional burden of my sadness, shedding tears day after day.


Alone in my room I watch the ghost of you
In the isolation of my room, I observe and reminisce about your lingering presence, like a haunting apparition.


Alone in the gloom once more I'm close to you
In the darkness and despair, I find myself once again feeling an intimate connection with you.


Melancholy serenade as the music starts to fade
As the music gradually fades away, the melancholic serenade brings forth a sense of sorrow and longing.


I feel your kiss and then you disappear
I experience the sensation of your kiss, but it is ephemeral and fleeting, as you vanish soon after.


Alone in the gloom once more I'm close to you
In the darkness and despair, I find myself once again feeling an intimate connection with you.


Melancholy serenade as the music starts to fade
As the music gradually fades away, the melancholic serenade brings forth a sense of sorrow and longing.


I feel your kiss and then you disappear
I experience the sensation of your kiss, but it is ephemeral and fleeting, as you vanish soon after.




Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing
Written by: Duke Enston, Jackie Gleason

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