Love Affairs
Frank Trumbauer and His Orchestra Lyrics


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Our love affair was meant to be
It's me for you dear, and you for me
We'll fuss, we'll quarrel and tears start to brew
But after the tears our love will smile through
I'm sure that I could never hide
The thrill I get when you're by my side
And when we're older we'll proudly declare
Wasn't ours a lovely love affair

Our love affair was meant to be
It's me for you dear, and you for me
We'll fuss, we'll quarrel and tears start to brew
But after the tears our love will smile through
I'm sure that I could never hide
The thrill I get when you're by my side




And when we're older we'll proudly declare
Wasn't ours a lovely love affair

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Frank Trumbauer and His Orchestra’s Love Affairs speak of a love that was meant to be. The song acknowledges that love is not always easy and that arguments and tears are an inevitable part of a relationship. However, despite the difficulties, the song stresses that their love will always prevail. The song indicates that their love is so undeniable that it cannot be hidden, and there is an undeniable thrill that comes when they're with each other. Additionally, it speaks of a future where they'll cherish and look back upon their time spent together, with pride and happiness.


The song is considered a classic piece of American popular music, written by Arthur Freed and Roger Edens. The song was first performed by Virginia Bruce in the 1935 film, Broadway Melody of 1936. It has been covered numerous times by other artists, including Bing Crosby, Ella Fitzgerald, and Nat King Cole. During the 1940s, the song became a hit record in the United States, with various orchestras covering it.


Interestingly, the song's melody was written by Roger Edens while he was pondering on the busy streets one day, and it remained unfinished until fellow musician Arthur Freed walked past him and came up with the lyrics impromptu. Love Affairs stands out among other love songs of its era due to its elegant melody, moving lyrics, and the sophistication of Frank Trumbauer and His Orchestra's performance.


Line by Line Meaning

Our love affair was meant to be
Our love was always destined to happen


It's me for you dear, and you for me
We are meant for each other


We'll fuss, we'll quarrel and tears start to brew
We will have our disagreements and arguments that may result in tears


But after the tears our love will smile through
But our love will overcome those times and continue to flourish


I'm sure that I could never hide
I am certain that I cannot conceal


The thrill I get when you're by my side
The excitement and joy that I feel when you're with me


And when we're older we'll proudly declare
As we grow old, we will happily proclaim


Wasn't ours a lovely love affair
That our love affair was wonderful




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ARTHUR FREED, ROGER EDENS

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Comments from YouTube:

@SydLightbodyOfficialMusic9

wow! I love this!

@johnwhitehead3360

DELIGHTFUL - THANK YOU

@cornellwaters9089

🍔 Music!

@CPorter

Give McDonough, Lang, and O'Dell their dues and proper credit sure, but man I sure do love Wilbur Hall's style of hot guitar than others.

@SydLightbodyOfficialMusic9

same session as Bungalow of Dreams, correct? sounds like it

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