On December 15th, 1944, Glenn Miller boarded a transport plane to Paris, never to be seen again. The band was kept together to perform, mainly under the leadership of Tex Beneke.
Do You Know?
Glenn Miller and The Army Air Force Band Lyrics
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Long before the Springtime is due?
And even though it's snowing, violets are growing
I know why and so do you
Why do breezes sigh every evening whispering your name as they do?
And why have I the feeling stars are on my ceiling?
I know why and so do you
When you smile at me I hear gypsy violins
I can see the sun when it's raining, hiding every cloud from my view
And why do I see rainbows when you're in my arms?
I know why and so do you
Why do robins sing in December
Long before the springtime is due?
And even though it's snowing, violets are growing
I know why and so do you
Why do breezes sigh every evening whispering your name as they do?
And why have I the feeling stars are on my ceiling?
I know why and so do you
When you smile at me I hear gypsy violins
When you dance with me, I'm in heaven when the music begins
I can see the sun when it's raining, hiding every cloud from my view
And why do I see rainbows when you're in my arms?
I know why and so do you
The lyrics to Glenn Miller’s song “Do You Know Why” seem to be reflecting on the singer’s feelings of joy and wonder when they are with someone they love. The singer poses several rhetorical questions such as “Why do robins sing in December...and even though it's snowing, violets are growing? Why do breezes sigh every evening, whispering your name as they do?”. By asking these questions, the singer is suggesting that the unexplainable beauty of nature can be attributed to the love that they share with their partner.
The singer goes on to describe how their love makes them feel, with lines such as “When you smile at me I hear gypsy violins, when you dance with me I'm in heaven when the music begins”. These lines are evocative of a romantic, passionate love that sweeps the singer off their feet. The singer also notes how being with their partner makes everything in the world seem brighter and more colorful, saying “I can see the sun when it's raining, hiding every cloud from my view, and why do I see rainbows when you're in my arms?”.
Overall, “Do You Know Why” by Glenn Miller is a testament to the power and magic of being in love. The singer is communicating the way that their partner brings joy and wonder to their life, and how everything in the world seems to be more alive when they are together.
Line by Line Meaning
Why do robins sing in December
What is the reason behind robins singing in December, long before the onset of Spring?
Long before the Springtime is due?
Why do the robins begin to sing so early, despite the fact that Spring is still far away?
And even though it's snowing, violets are growing
Why do violets continue to grow during the winter, despite the snow and cold weather?
I know why and so do you
I understand the reasons behind these unusual occurrences, and I believe that you do too.
Why do breezes sigh every evening whispering your name as they do?
What causes the evening breezes to sigh and whisper your name?
And why have I the feeling stars are on my ceiling?
What is the reason behind the feeling I get when I imagine that stars are above me, on my ceiling?
When you smile at me I hear gypsy violins
The sound of gypsy violins is evoked in my imagination by the sight of your smile.
When you dance with me, I'm in heaven when the music begins
I feel as if I am in heaven when we dance, especially when the music starts to play.
I can see the sun when it's raining, hiding every cloud from my view
Even during rainy days, I can see the sun in my mind's eye, as if it is hiding the clouds from my view.
And why do I see rainbows when you're in my arms?
Why do I always see rainbows when you are holding me?
I know why and so do you
I have a deep understanding of the reasons behind these phenomena, and I believe that you do too.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MACK GORDON, HARRY WARREN
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nogravityblonde
You cant help but to feel good when listening to such amzaingly good music! Thanks Brews Jazzclub!
Grandma Flick
I am soooo happy I found this site. Glenn Miller, Benny Goodman, Dorsey Bros...could sit and listen for hours. Nice to have the music in the background as I do my reports. Thanks to all who has made this possible.
Sharon Keith
Dorsey Brothers! My favorites when I was seven!
neil mckillop
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michellecalling
Thank you so much for putting this together. I felt like I stepped into a time machine for a second. Glenn Miller is one of my all time favorite artist.
Mihail Andreescu
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MARKMANIATT
Not only as fine a band as played during the swing era but some of the greatest drumming the World will ever hear.
Brilliant Ray McKinley at his very best..
Gregory Kayne
Of course Major Miller and the Band are magnificent but your visuals enhance it greatly. Thanks!
TheRudydog1
Johnny Desmond was truly one of the great voices of the War Years!
monique maillart
Toute mon enfance en revoyant ces images et l'écoute de ce maitre du swing - Merci pour ces souvenirs très touchants et les regrets engendrés par sa disparition. A l'époque je vivais au Maroc à la U.S.Base de Nouaseur et mon père servait au théâtre des Armées.