Auld Lang Syne
Guy Lombardo & The Royal Canadians (Holiday) Lyrics
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And never brought to mind
Should old acquaintance be forgot
And days of auld lang syne
Should old acquaintance be forgot
And never brought to mind
Should old acquaintance be forgot
And days of auld lang syne
For auld lang syne, my dear,
For auld lang syne,
We'll take a cup o'kindness yet
And days of auld lang syne
Should old acquaintance be forgot
And never brought to mind
Should old acquaintance be forgot
And days of auld lang syne
Should old acquaintance be forgot
And never brought to mind
Should old acquaintance be forgot
And days of auld lang syne
The lyrics to Guy Lombardo and The Royal Canadians' "Auld Lang Syne" speak of the importance of remembering old acquaintances and times past, and the desire to continue to cherish them even as time goes on. The phrase "auld lang syne" is Scottish and translates to "old long since," meaning "long ago" or "old times."
The song asks the question of whether old acquaintances should be forgotten and never brought to mind, but answers with an emphatic "no." Instead, it suggests that we should take a cup of kindness and remember the good times of days gone by.
The lyrics are often sung on New Year's Eve as a way to reflect on the year that has passed and to look forward to the year ahead. It has become a symbol of remembrance and unity, and is often sung at funerals and other events as a way to honor the memories of those we have lost.
Overall, the lyrics to "Auld Lang Syne" convey the importance of cherishing old memories and friendships, and of continuing to hold onto them as we move forward in life.
Line by Line Meaning
Should old acquaintance be forgot
Is it necessary to forget about old friends and experiences?
And never brought to mind
And never remembered again?
Should old acquaintance be forgot
Is it necessary to forget about old friends and experiences?
And days of auld lang syne
And the days of old times?
Should old acquaintance be forgot
Is it necessary to forget about old friends and experiences?
And never brought to mind
And never remembered again?
Should old acquaintance be forgot
Is it necessary to forget about old friends and experiences?
And days of auld lang syne
And the days of old times?
For auld lang syne, my dear,
Because of old times, my dear,
For auld lang syne,
Because of old times,
We'll take a cup o' kindness yet
We will still share a drink together as friends
And days of auld lang syne
And the days of old times?
Should old acquaintance be forgot
Is it necessary to forget about old friends and experiences?
And never brought to mind
And never remembered again?
Should old acquaintance be forgot
Is it necessary to forget about old friends and experiences?
And days of auld lang syne
And the days of old times?
Should old acquaintance be forgot
Is it necessary to forget about old friends and experiences?
And never brought to mind
And never remembered again?
Should old acquaintance be forgot
Is it necessary to forget about old friends and experiences?
And days of auld lang syne
And the days of old times?
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: PAUL J. FREDERICK, ROBERT BURNS
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Lyrics:
Should auld acquaintance be forgot
And never brought to mind?
Should auld acquaintance be forgot
And the days of auld lang syne?
For auld lang syne, my dear
For auld lang syne
We'll drink a cup of kindness yet
For the sake of auld lang syne
And surely you will buy your cup
And surely I'll buy mine!
We'll take a cup of kindness yet
For the sake of auld lang syne
We two have paddled in the stream
From morning sun till night
The seas between us Lord and swell
Since the days of auld lang syne
For old acquaintance be forgot
And never brought to mind
Should old acquaintance be forgot
For the sake of auld lang syne?
For old acquaintance be forgot
And never brought to mind
Should old acquaintance be forgot
In the days of auld lang syne?
For auld lang syne, my dear
For auld lang syne
We'll drink a cup of kindness yet
For the sake of auld lang syne
@Snarl_Marx
My husband and I married 7 years ago on New Years Eve and this song played at our wedding. He unfortunately passed away this year. It's been so painful without him, but still this song brings me some comfort. I get to remember dancing with him, and nothing can ever take that from me. 💟 Happy 2024 everyone!
@MrsJakas
I'm so sorry. Such a short time together. Best wishes to you ❤
@gwendaye6801
So sorry for your loss...At least you will always have beautiful memories, God bless you my dear❤
@ritajones8378
I’m so sorry. My husband and I have been married 6 years 8 months into the marriage he was diagnosed with cancer. My world shattered. But he is a fighter and I still have him. I cherish every day with him. ❤
@kamyarrasam
@ritajones8378 God bless him and u 😊
@nhmooytis7058
I’m 70 and I remember being 4 or 5, allowed to stay up til midnight, sitting on my mom’s lap watching Guy and even getting a sip of champagne!
@charliejdk
That’s a lovely memory, makes me smile. I have similar ones. God bless you & many more Happy New Years!🎉
@nhmooytis7058
@@charliejdk same to you in 2024!
@richarddavis8863
@@nhmooytis7058So you remember these real Golden Oldies as the kind of music your parents listened to? My dad made fun of me for listening to big band and blues saying that it's what his dad listened to, he would have been your age this year
@nhmooytis7058
@@richarddavis8863 not just my parents, my dad who was born in 1908 died in 1953 and left a great record collection...all through my childhood I listened to music from the thirties and forties! I actually listened to them more than my mom! She liked Doris Day I liked the Andrews sisters!