My Melancholy Baby
Glenn Miller & His Orchestra feat. Tex Beneke Lyrics


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Come to me, my melancholy baby
Cuddle up and don't be blue
All your fears are foolish fancy maybe
You know dear that I'm in love with you
Every cloud must have a silver lining
Waiting till the sun shines through
Smile, my honey dear
While I kiss away each tear
Or else I shall be melancholy, too!





Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Glenn Miller's "My Melancholy Baby" paints a picture of a lover trying to comfort their significant other who is in a sad and melancholic state. The opening line "Come to me, my melancholy baby" sets the tone of the song, conveying an invitation to the sad lover to seek comfort in their partner's arms. The next line, "Cuddle up and don't be blue," further emphasizes the idea of seeking solace in the embrace of a loved one.


The lyrics also suggest that the lover's melancholy state might be unwarranted, as they sing, "All your fears are foolish fancy, maybe." The line could imply that the lover's sadness is needless, and they need to shake off their blues to appreciate the love they have. The chorus highlights the beautiful notion that "Every cloud must have a silver lining, waiting till the sun shines through." This phrase suggests that there is always hope waiting to be found even in the darkest of moments.


The final lines of the song show a lover's commitment to making their partner happy by kissing away their tears, promising to be happy with them. It's a beautiful expression of love, recognizing that a partner's emotions are connected, and if one is sad, it's likely to affect the other person. In summary, Glenn Miller's "My Melancholy Baby" portrays a message of love, hope, comfort, and empathy between two lovers.


Line by Line Meaning

Come to me, my melancholy baby
I know you're feeling down, but come to me and let me comfort you.


Cuddle up and don't be blue
Let's snuggle together and forget about your troubles.


All your fears are foolish fancy maybe
Your fears are probably exaggerated and not worth worrying about.


You know dear that I'm in love with you
I want you to understand that I care for you deeply.


Every cloud must have a silver lining
Everything bad has a positive side or eventually gets better.


Waiting till the sun shines through
We just have to be patient and wait for things to get better.


Smile, my honey dear
I want to see you happy and cheerful again.


While I kiss away each tear
Let me wipe away your tears and make you feel better.


Or else I shall be melancholy, too!
If you're sad, it makes me sad too. So, please let me help you feel better.




Lyrics © SHAPIRO BERNSTEIN & CO. INC.
Written by: E. BURNETT, G. NORTON, G. WAETSCHE

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