During the late 1920s and early 1930s, Miller managed to earn a living working as a freelance trombonist in several bands. His first band was formed in 1937 but failed to distinguish itself and eventually broke up.
Following the break-up of his first band, Miller realized that he needed to develop a unique sound, and decided to make the clarinet play a melodic line with a tenor saxophone on the same note, while three other saxophones harmonized. With this sound combination, the Miller band that became the most popular was born in 1938. After a shaky start, it made his new band a nationwide hit.
In 1942, Miller joined the United States Army Air Forces where he continued his musical career with the Army Air Force Band.
On December 15, 1944, Miller was to fly from the United Kingdom to Paris, France, to play for the soldiers who had recently liberated Paris. His plane departed from RAF Twinwood Farm in Clapham, Bedfordshire and disappeared while flying over the English Channel. No trace of the aircrew, passengers or plane has ever been found. Miller's status is missing in action.
His music is still iconic of the time period in which he lived and continues to draw thousands of fans of all age groups.
Glenn Miller was a popular visitor to Bedford and its American Air force bases. He is still remembered to this day by the people of Bedford with a bronze bust displayed on the front of the towns Corn Exchange, and more recently, what remains of the Twinwoods Airfield being renovated as a Glenn Miller Museum and outdoor event site
2) Glenn Miller was a Jamaican reggae and soul artist of the 1960's.
Along with other legendary artists such as Bob Marley & the Wailers and Desmond Dekker he recorded for the Trojan record label.
Last Night
Glenn Miller Lyrics
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And when I touched your lips
I fell in love last night...
Last night, I felt your heart beat fast
Swiftly the moments passed
Why couldn't it last last night?
Tonight here I am all alone
Why must I be alone?
Last night, why did we say goodbye?
My heart keeps asking why,
Why couldn't it last last night...?
(Transcribed by Alex Foertsch: afn@netzland.net)
The lyrics of Glenn Miller's Last Night depict a bittersweet experience of love. The song seems to narrate a fleeting moment of love between two people. The first verse, "Last night, I touched your fingertips/ And when I touched your lips/ I fell in love last night," describes how the singer fell in love with someone after just a touch. It can be taken as the beginning of a steamy romance. The second verse, "Last night, I felt your heart beat fast/ Swiftly the moments passed/ Why couldn't it last last night?," continues the theme of short-lived passion. It highlights how swiftly their romantic moment passed and how the singer wishes it could have lasted longer.
However, as the song progresses, it becomes evident that the singer is alone, and the love that he had experienced last night was merely a dream. The chorus, "My lovely dream has flown/ Why must I be alone?/ Last night, why did we say goodbye?/ My heart keeps asking why/ Why couldn't it last last night...?," depicts the aftermath of that one special night. The singer is left alone and heartbroken, wondering why their love couldn't last.
Overall, the song captures the fleeting nature of love and how some moments can feel like a fairytale while they last but disappear in the blink of an eye. It shows how even the most magical moments can be just that – moments.
Line by Line Meaning
Last night, I touched your fingertips
I reached out and gently touched your fingers with my own.
And when I touched your lips
In a moment of passion, I leaned in and kissed your lips.
I fell in love last night...
As a result of our physical connection, I started to feel strong, romantic feelings for you.
Last night, I felt your heart beat fast
I could sense the rapid beating of your heart, indicating your excitement and anticipation.
Swiftly the moments passed
Our time together seemed to fly by without us even realizing it.
Why couldn't it last last night?
I am left wondering why our time together had to come to an end so soon.
Tonight here I am all alone
Now, as I sit in solitude, I am left to think about our encounter on my own.
My lovely dream has flown
The beautiful memory of our time together has passed and is no longer here to comfort me.
Why must I be alone?
I am filled with sadness and confusion as to why I must be without you now.
Last night, why did we say goodbye?
I am perplexed as to why we had to part ways after such a wonderful evening together.
My heart keeps asking why,
Even my own heart is questioning the reasons behind our separation.
Why couldn't it last last night...?
My mind continues to revisit the same question, wondering why our time together had to be so short-lived.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: AUSTEN CROOM-JOHNSON, CHARLES F KENNY, NICK A KENNY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
RatPfink66
A very simple tune in incredibly effective presentation.
Frank Schneider
Last night, I touched your fingertips
And when I touched your lips
I fell in love last night
Last night, I felt your heart beat fast
Swiftly the moments passed
Why couldn't it last last night?
Tonight here I am all alone
My lovely dream has flown
Why must I be alone?
Last night, why did we say goodbye?
My heart keeps asking why,
Why couldn't it last last night?
Swingman 56
Very nice,and a new one for me.