The Shadow of Your Smile
Guitar Duo Lyrics
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When you have gone
Will color all my dreams
And light the dawn
Look into my eyes my love and see
All the lovely things you are to me
It was far, too high
A teardrop kissed your lips
And so did I
Now when I remember spring
All the joys that love can bring
I will be remembering
The shadow of your smile
"The Shadow of Your Smile" is a classic folk-pop song written by Johnny Mandel with lyrics by Paul Francis Webster. The song was originally composed for the 1965 film "The Sandpiper", which featured Richard Burton and Elizabeth Taylor. Over the years, the song has been covered by numerous artists and has become a beloved standard of the genre.
The lyrics of the song speak of the lasting imprint that a lover leaves on a person's life, even after they are gone. The "shadow" of the person's smile will color all of the singer's dreams and light up the dawn. The song's gentle, romantic melody and poetic lyrics capture the bittersweet feeling of reminiscing about a lost love. When the singer looks into their lover's eyes, they can see all the beautiful things that person means to them.
The song's message about holding onto the memories of a love that has passed has resonated with audiences for decades. It reminds listeners that even though a relationship may end, the memories of that love can linger and continue to bring joy and comfort. The song's popularity has endured over the years and continues to be a favorite of many listeners, particularly those who appreciate folk-pop music or romantic ballads.
Line by Line Meaning
The shadow of your smile
The impact of your smile is so significant that even its shadow can influence my emotions
When you have gone
Your absence would make me feel the shadow of your smile even more
Will color all my dreams
The memory of your smile will make my dreams colorful and meaningful
And light the dawn
Your smile will bring brightness and hope to my life
Look into my eyes my love and see
I want you to see the depth of my love when you gaze into my eyes
All the lovely things you are to me
You possess qualities that make you incredibly attractive and important to me
Our wistful little star
The memories we shared were short-lived and bittersweet
It was far, too high
Our relationship was long-distance and unattainable
A teardrop kissed your lips
Your lips were delicate and precious, and even a teardrop seemed to kiss them gently
And so did I
I too was moved to kiss your lips in a similar way, expressing my emotions for you
Now when I remember spring
When I reflect on the time we spent together, particularly during springtime
All the joys that love can bring
I vividly recall all the wonderful emotions that love can create
I will be remembering
Above all else, I will always cherish the memory of
The shadow of your smile
The lasting impression that your smile left on my heart
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Johnny Mandel, Paul Webster
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