Corcovado (Quiet Nights of Qui
Getz & Gilberto & Jobim Lyrics
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Floating in the silence that surrounds us
Quiet thoughts and quiet dreams,
Quiet walks by quiet streams, and a window
Looking on the mountains and the sea
How lovely! this is where I want to be
Here, with you so close to me,
I who was lost and lonely, believing life was only
A bitter tragic joke, have found with you
The meaning of existence oh, my love
The opening lines of "Corcovado" by Getz & Gilberto & Jobim evoke a sense of calm and serenity. The use of the word "quiet" three times in the first two lines establishes the mood and sets the tone for the rest of the song. The reference to the guitar suggests that the singer is a musician, perhaps strumming softly and contemplatively as they sit on a quiet night. The silence that surrounds them is not an empty void but rather a peaceful state in which they can reflect on their thoughts and dreams.
As the song progresses, there is a sense of gratitude and joy that emerges. The singer has someone to share these quiet moments with and feels a deep connection with them. The image of walking by a quiet stream and looking out at the mountains and sea reinforces the idyllic nature of the situation. The final line, "the meaning of existence oh, my love," encapsulates the message of the song. Through this connection to another person, the singer has found purpose and a reason to live.
Overall, "Corcovado" is a simple but powerful song about the value of companionship and the beauty of quiet moments. It celebrates the joy that can be found in simple pleasures and reminds us that sometimes the most meaningful experiences come from just being still and letting our thoughts and emotions wash over us.
Line by Line Meaning
Quiet nights of quiet stars, quiet chords from my guitar
The calmness of a serene night with the twinkle of stars accompanying my guitar playing peaceful tunes
Floating in the silence that surrounds us
Being in complete silence and just floating with the flow of emotions and feelings that encompass us
Quiet thoughts and quiet dreams,
Being lost in the tranquility of thoughts and fantasies, completely at peace
Quiet walks by quiet streams, and a window
Walking peacefully by the streams, taking in the scenic beauty and looking out of the window, admiring the outside world
Looking on the mountains and the sea
Gazing at the majestic mountains and the vast sea, lost in the sight of it all
How lovely! this is where I want to be
Being completely enamored with the beauty of the surroundings and wishing to stay there forever
Here, with you so close to me,
Being close to the love of my life, in this perfect setting
Untill the final flicker of lifes ember
Living this wonderful moment to the fullest, until the end of our lives
I who was lost and lonely, believing life was only
Once feeling lost and lonely, thinking that life had no meaning
A bitter tragic joke, have found with you
But now, with the presence of my loved one, life has become a beautiful and fulfilling journey
The meaning of existence oh, my love
The existence of love and companionship has given a new meaning to life
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ANTONIO CARLOS JOBIM, ANTONIO CARLOS BRASILEIRO DE A JOBIM
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