Finale
Gene Kelly / Debby Reynolds / M-G-M Studio Chorus Lyrics
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To light an eye, to win a heart
They say a gown can almost speak,
If it is chic
Should you select the right effect,
You cannot miss,
You may be sure,
He will tell you this
Lovely to look at,
Delightful to know and heaven to kiss
A combination like this,
Is quite my most impossible scheme come true,
Imagine finding a dream like you
You're lovely to look at,
It's thrilling to hold you terribly tight
For we're together, the moon is new,
And oh, it's lovely to look at you tonight
What appeals to me
Is just your charm and dignity,
Not what you wear,
But just an air, of great repose
You are quite perfect from your head down to your toes
Both night and day,
I am moved to say
Lovely to look at,
Delightful to know and heaven to kiss
A combination like this,
Is quite my most impossible scheme come true,
Imagine finding a dream like you!
You're lovely to look at,
It's thrilling to hold you terribly tight
For we're together, the moon is new,
And oh, it's lovely to look at you tonight
The lyrics of "Finale," sung by Gene Kelly, Debbie Reynolds, and the M-G-M Studio Chorus, describe the importance of clothing and appearance in winning someone's heart. The song explains how nice clothes and the right effect can light up someone's eyes and bring them to you. The song notes that if you have the perfect gown and wear it well, you cannot miss, and the person will tell you this. However, for the singer, the charm, dignity, and air of great repose of the person appeal more than what they wear.
The lyrics contain a message about the power of visual aesthetics in attracting people, as well as the value of inner beauty. The song acknowledges that while nice clothes can go a long way in impressing someone, they are not the most important thing. It's the person's charm, personality, and how they carry themselves that truly matter. It's about looking great but also being great in every sense.
Line by Line Meaning
Clothes must play a part
Clothing is important when it comes to the impression you make on someone.
To light an eye, to win a heart
The right clothing can attract someone's attention and win them over.
They say a gown can almost speak,
There is a belief that the right outfit can express emotions and personality without words.
If it is chic
The outfit must be stylish and fashionable to have an impact.
Should you select the right effect,
If you choose the right clothing,
You cannot miss,
you will succeed in making an impression.
You may be sure,
You can bet on it.
He will tell you this
The person you're trying to impress will acknowledge the impact of your attire.
Lovely to look at,
You have an attractive appearance.
Delightful to know and heaven to kiss
You have a great personality that goes well with your good looks and is a pleasure to be near.
A combination like this,
Someone who is both pretty/handsome and has a great personality is rare.
Is quite my most impossible scheme come true,
Being with someone as good looking and likable as you is like a dream come true.
Imagine finding a dream like you
It's hard to believe that someone as perfect as you exists.
You're lovely to look at,
Your physical appearance is appealing.
It's thrilling to hold you terribly tight
Being close to you is exciting and electrifying.
For we're together, the moon is new,
It's a new beginning for us as a couple.
And oh, it's lovely to look at you tonight
You look especially beautiful tonight and it gives me great pleasure to see you.
What appeals to me
What I find attractive
Is just your charm and dignity,
I am drawn to your personality and sense of self-respect and poise.
Not what you wear,
Your outfit does not define you as a person.
But just an air, of great repose
It's the unique vibe you give off that attracts me.
You are quite perfect from your head down to your toes
You are perfect inside and out.
Both night and day,
Always and forever.
I am moved to say
I cannot help but express my admiration for you.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Reservoir Media Management, Inc.
Written by: Dorothy Fields, Jerome Kern, Jimmy McHugh
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