The Boy Next Door
Garland Judy Lyrics
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I knew he was just my style
My only regret is we've never met
Though I dream of him all the while
But he doesn't know I exist
No matter how I may persist
So it's clear to see there's no hope for me
And he lives at fifty-one-thirty-three
How can I ignore the boy next door
I love him more than I can say
Doesn't try to please me
Doesn't even tease me
And he never sees me glance his way
And though I'm heart-sore, the boy next door
Affection for me won't display
I just adore him
So I can't ignore him
The boy next door
I just adore him
So I can't ignore him
The boy next door
The lyrics of Garland Judy's song, The Boy Next Door, portray the story of a girl who is head-over-heels in love with the boy living next door. The song is a perfect blend of love, desire, hope, and sadness. The singer sings about how she instantly fell for the boy as soon as she saw him smiling, claiming he was just her style. However, the regret follows, as they never got to meet, even though she dreams of him all the time. She also confesses that the boy next door doesn't even know if she exists, and it's clear to her that there's no hope for them to be together since she lives at fifty-one-thirty-five Kensington Avenue, and he at fifty-one-thirty-three.
Despite knowing that the boy next door doesn't even try to seek her attention and affection and never glances her way, the singer can't stop thinking about him. She loves him beyond measure, and it hurts that he doesn't reciprocate her feelings. The lyrics mention that she is heart-sore, yet she can't ignore him, as she adores him. The song ends with the singer's avowal of love towards the boy next door, saying that she can't do away with her feelings for him.
Overall, The Boy Next Door is a beautiful song that touches the emotions of anyone who has ever been in love with somebody they can't have. It showcases that sometimes, feelings are beyond our control, no matter how hard we try. The song's melody and Garland Judy's soulful voice make it a timeless classic that people still listen to, even after decades.
Line by Line Meaning
The moment I saw him smile
As soon as I laid my eyes on him, I was struck by his charming smile.
I knew he was just my style
I immediately had a strong feeling that he was someone I would be interested in romantically.
My only regret is we've never met
I am disappointed that we have not had the chance to meet each other yet.
Though I dream of him all the while
He is constantly on my mind and I often think about him in my dreams.
But he doesn't know I exist
Unfortunately, he is not aware of my existence.
No matter how I may persist
Even if I try to get his attention, it seems like he will not notice me.
So it's clear to see there's no hope for me
I have come to the realization that there is no chance for a romantic relationship between us.
Though I live at fifty-one-thirty-five Kensington Avenue
I live close to him, which adds to the frustration of not being able to be with him.
And he lives at fifty-one-thirty-three
He lives in the house right next to mine.
How can I ignore the boy next door
Even though I know it is pointless to pursue him, I cannot help but have feelings for him due to our close proximity.
I love him more than I can say
I have strong romantic feelings for him that are difficult to express in words.
Doesn't try to please me
Despite my attraction to him, he does not seem to make any effort to impress or please me.
Doesn't even tease me
He does not even give me the playful attention that I desire.
And he never sees me glance his way
I try to catch his eye, but he never seems to notice me or the effort I am making.
And though I'm heart-sore, the boy next door
Even though my heart is aching, I cannot escape my feelings for him.
Affection for me won't display
He does not reciprocate my feelings and does not show any affection towards me.
I just adore him
Despite everything, I cannot help but have strong feelings of love for him.
So I can't ignore him
Even though I know it is futile, I cannot stop myself from being drawn to him and wanting to be with him.
The boy next door
He will always be the boy who lives next door and who I cannot help but love from afar.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: HUGH MARTIN, RALPH BLANE
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@shangelalaquifawarrior7810
The moment I saw him smile
I knew he was just my style
My only regret is we've never met
Though I dream of him all the while
But he doesn't know I exist
No matter how I may persist
So it's clear to see there's no hope for me
Though I live at fifty-one-thirty-five Kensington Avenue
And he lives at fifty-one-thirty-three
How can I ignore the boy next door
I love him more than I can say
Doesn't try to please me
Doesn't even tease me
And he never sees me glance his way
And though I'm heart-sore, the boy next door
Affection for me won't display
I just adore him
So I can't ignore him
The boy next door
I just adore him
So I can't ignore him
The boy next door
@allengumm1157
My God, she has such a presence here! Hard to believe this segment is almost eighty years old; not because anything made today could even come close to it, but because it seems just utterly timeless.
@xoangeles7251
One of the most beautiful songs
One of the most beautiful dresses
One of the most beautiful voices
One of the most beautiful women
One of the most beautiful souls
Of all time.
@richardstarkey2224
I’d say the dress is pretty hideous, but other than that spot on.
@jadaallen3646
I listen to this song whenever I have a serious crush. Judy Garland always knew how to tap into your inner most emotions and thoughts. I always loved her acting abilities and singing voice. Judy Garland was the ultimate and literal girl next door. With a face of a beauty queen and the voice of an angel.
Rest In Peace, Judy Garland.
💛💜💛💜
@dylanwashington2419
This is just heavenly!!!!!Only to sit in the movie theaters in 1944, world's away from Hitler, the war, and hear this over the loud speakers must of been like floating on clouds towards heaven. God Bless Judy Garland!!!!!!!!!
@taylormaddux8433
Beautiful description!
@patrickryan1515
How about a Judy Garland filmfest at your local Landmark theater! 10/2019
@mickeymouse2able
I saw it in the theater at 16. Wasn't around in the 40s but still in the 90s this was pretty freakin beautiful
@jaytaylor7740
Her presence seems to float off from the screen and right into your heart.
@NinaSofia_
Jay Taylor 💞