Blue Skies
Frank Sinatra/Tommy Dorsey & His Orchestra Lyrics
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(Take the azure in the dome, boy)
Nothin' but blue skies (it's mellow, fellow) do I see
(Blue skies, blue skies)
Bluebirds (did you ever) singin' a song
(Hear the bluebirds singin' the blues)
Nothin' but bluebirds (you won't say no) all day long
(Sunshine everywhere, and everybody's happy)
(As a square at the fair, hoy, hoy)
All the days are hurryin' by
When you're in love, my how they fly
Blue days (talk about blue)
All of them gone (makes no misery, hmm, hmm)
Nothin' but blue skies (overhead)
From now on (Mister Elman, go ahead, go ahead)
The lyrics of Frank Sinatra and Tommy Dorsey's "Blue Skies" paint a vivid image of the joy and optimism that come with falling in love. The singer is filled with a sense of contentment and ease, symbolized by the endless expanse of blue skies above. The imagery of blue skies is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the overwhelming feeling of positivity and hope that the singer experiences.
The song also incorporates the delightful chatter of bluebirds, further emphasizing the carefree and joyful feelings associated with the newfound love. The hustle and bustle of life is pushed to the background, and the singer is completely consumed by the beauty of the moment. The final lines of the song indicate that the singer's blue days are behind them, and they will be surrounded by nothing but blue skies from now on.
Overall, the lyrics of "Blue Skies" celebrate the beauty and hopefulness of new love. The language is simple yet evocative, and the repeated phrases and images create a sense of joy and freedom that is impossible to resist.
Line by Line Meaning
Blue skies (look up, look up) smilin' at me
When I look up at the clear blue sky, I feel happy and content
Nothin' but blue skies (it's mellow, fellow) do I see
I only see beauty and positivity in my life, everything is calm and wonderful
Bluebirds (did you ever) singin' a song
Have you ever heard how blissful and soothing songs the bluebirds chirp
Nothin' but bluebirds (you won't say no) all day long
I get to hear the joyful bluebirds singing all day long, which fills my heart with happiness
(Sunshine everywhere, and everybody's happy)
Everyone is happy and ecstatic due to the pleasant sunshine and it's warmth
(As a square at the fair, hoy, hoy)
Everything is delightful and peachy just like a square at the fair
All the days are hurryin' by
Days seem to pass very quickly
When you're in love, my how they fly
When you're in love, time seems to fly by quickly
Blue days (talk about blue)
Sad and difficult days
All of them gone (makes no misery, hmm, hmm)
All the tough days have vanished, and I feel no pain or sorrows
Nothin' but blue skies (overhead)
Only peace and harmony surrounds me every day
From now on (Mister Elman, go ahead, go ahead)
Things will continue this way, and I'm ready for whatever is to come
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Songtrust Ave
Written by: Irving Berlin
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@phaasch
I love these old recordings! With all the technical advances which followed, something was lost- this has such muscle, punch and "honesty". It's there in your ears. happening right there and then. Those studio engineers really knew what they were doing! And so did the musicians. God, could those guys play...
@Broonzied
This take on this song is my favourite Frank number. Its all perfect. The vocal, the band, the backing, the feel and the arrangement. Perfect.
@sammyafe4197
Some lady at the grocery store I work at complained about the music played over our intercom. Our boss agreed to make a change and started playing Jazz, Band, and Classical music. That how I discovered this song... Wish I had the chance to thank that lady
@scotnick59
He made a super great choice!
@carolegriggs3107
I personally love the vocal chorus. I think it depicts those times somehow.
@imeldapearce
I am so thankful to have these old songs I remember. Thanks for posting! What a gift.
@MJLeger-yj1ww
Thanks for posting these old songs -- it's very interesting to hear Sinatra in his very young years!
@MsRockett88
Without Tommy we may never have had Frank, at least the Frank we know now for he contributed his phrasing and breath control from Tommy's playing.
@oldbiff8194
you are so right MsRockett88!
@michaelodonovan7405
Another story goes that he learned it from Jo Stafford when they were both with Dorsey but wouldn't admit he got so much of his sound from a woman. She was operatically trained and is renowned for the purity of her voice.