Auld Lang Syne
Frank Sinatra Dean Martin Lyrics

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Should old acquaintance be forgot,
And never brought to mind?
Should old acquaintance be forgot,
And days of auld land syne?

For auld lang syne, my dear,
For auld lang syne
We'll take a cup of kindness yet,

For auld lang syne

So long, it's been good to know you
So long, it's been good to know you

For auld lang syne, my dear,
For auld lang syne

We'll take a cup of kindness yet,
For auld lang syne

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Auld Lang Syne speak to the passage of time and the importance of remembering those who have come before us. The phrase “auld lang syne” roughly translates to “old times’ sake” and is used to express a sentimental longing for the past. The first verse asks the question of whether old acquaintances should be forgotten and left in the past. However, the chorus responds with a resounding no, urging us to remember the good times we’ve had with those we’ve known.

The second verse takes on a more personal tone, particularly with the lines “so long, it’s been good to know you”. These lines speak to the bittersweet feeling of saying goodbye to someone who has had a significant impact on our lives, whether it’s due to distance or death. Despite the sorrowful tone, the chorus remains optimistic and encourages us to raise a glass to our memories and the people we’ve known.

Overall, Auld Lang Syne is a timeless song that speaks to the universal experience of nostalgia and the importance of cherishing our past experiences and relationships. It’s a song that can bring people together in a moment of reflection and shared memories.

Line by Line Meaning

Should old acquaintance be forgot,
Should we forget about old friendships?

And never brought to mind?
And never remember those friends?

Should old acquaintance be forgot,
Should old friendships just fade away?

And days of auld lang syne?
And memories of the past?

For auld lang syne, my dear,
For the sake of old times, my friend,

For auld lang syne
For the sake of old times

We'll take a cup of kindness yet,
We'll have a drink together and be kind,

For auld lang syne
For the sake of old times

So long, it's been good to know you
Goodbye, it was nice knowing you

For auld lang syne, my dear,
For the sake of old times, my friend,

For auld lang syne
For the sake of old times

We'll take a cup of kindness yet,
We'll have a drink together and be kind,

For auld lang syne
For the sake of old times

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Written by: Traditional (pd), Robert Burns, Tim Rhys Evans

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