Dancing In The Dark
Fred and Adele Astaire Lyrics
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'Til the tune ends
We're dancing in the dark
And it soon ends
We're waltzing in the wonder
Of why we're here
Time hurries by
We're here and gone
Looking for the light
Of a new love
To brighten up the night
I have you, love
And we can face
The music together
Dancing in the dark
The lyrics of Fred and Adele Astaire's “Dancing in the Dark” capture the essence of fleeting moments of joy and intimacy. In the song, the pair waltzes around in the dark, caught up in the wonder of the moment, as if they've found their place in the world for a moment. As the music plays, they are lost in the beauty of the moment, and as the tune ends, they are both aware of the fleeting nature of all things.
As the pair dances, they are searching for lightness and hope in the world around them. They are together now, and this is something worth celebrating, a bright moment where life seems perfect for that brief moment. As they waltz around, they know that time is passing them by, and that they will soon be gone from this place, and their time together will come to an end.
The song is a beautiful ode to the power of music and dance in the human experience, and to the joy that comes from sharing intimate moments with another person. It's a song that reminds us to celebrate the small things in life, as they are often the most beautiful.
Line by Line Meaning
Dancing in the dark
We are dancing without any light in the surroundings.
'Til the tune ends
We keep dancing until the music stops.
We're dancing in the dark
We continue to dance even in the absence of light.
And it soon ends
But our dance will soon be finished since the music will eventually stop.
We're waltzing in the wonder
We are dancing with wonder and amazement.
Of why we're here
Wondering about reasons for our existence.
Time hurries by
Time moves quickly and doesn't wait for anyone or anything.
We're here and gone
Our time on earth is temporary and fleeting.
Looking for the light
Searching for a new love or the light at the end of the tunnel.
Of a new love
The hope for a new love interest.
To brighten up the night
Someone who can bring happiness and joy, even in the darkest of times.
I have you, love
But since I have you, my love, I no longer need to search for a new love.
And we can face
Together, we can confront and overcome any challenges that come our way.
The music together
We can dance together, enjoying the music and each other's company, in the light or in the dark.
Dancing in the dark
No matter what the circumstances, we will carry on dancing together.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Arthur Schwartz, Howard Dietz
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@marthacanady9441
Thanks for returning me to an era and a culture never to be seen again. Oh, what we have lost.
@user-tc4vx2pq5r
eso es amor el sabe amar quiero enamorarme de alguien que sea un señor se que me va a llegar en mi bella vida amen ❤❤❤❤❤
@ruffomaldito
Another era, long gone....simple, flowing, ELEGANT, unseen since.
@user-nv9tw1zv4x
This is truly the most beautiful on-screen dancing number that I’ve ever seen. I’ve watched it probably over 50-60 times and I’ve yet to be able to watch it without getting choked up and teary eyed. The simplicity of the costumes and slow build of the dance and music have never been better displayed than through the long, lean, elegant lines of Cyd and Fred. They are simply…..perfection.
@gailatkinson8466
Every comment below is said with sincerity. The music, the gorgeous Cyd & elegant graceful Fred. Their skills match perfectly. It brings a lump to my throat each time i view this wonderful dance routine. The likes we'll never see again. Thank you
@carolabecker8219
There is nothing more enchanting than to watch Fred Astaire dance and when he does it with Ms. Charisse it is sublime. NOTHING comes close to this by anyone, anywhere today and that is tragic. I am glad I grew up in an era where this was appreciated and I am glad to see it still is today. Every now and then I must come here to see the likes of performers like this so I might, for a little while, return to an era of grace, class and elegance. Thanks for sharing.
@carolabecker8219
+medford briggs Sadly, you are 100% correct. I'm afraid we have gone past the point of no return. But at least we have YouTube to keep the memories alive.
@meredith218461
I could'nt agree more! this is poetry in motion in its truest form. Astaire and the enchanting Cyd Charisse - what a pairing!
@19gregske55
One amazing thing that I always notice: Fred Astaire was always as graceful as a gazelle or a swan, but, he never looked anything less-than-masculine in any shot. One of a kind.
@HxhXnin9e
open our minds and our hearts, our era has its beauties.
let's look at this sequence shot, the style is very different but it has its perfections
https://youtu.be/7nJRGARveVc