Moon River
Henry Mancini: Royal Philharmonic Pops Orchestra Lyrics
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I'm crossing you in style some day
Oh, dream maker, you heart breaker
Wherever you're goin', I'm goin' your way
Two drifters, off to see the world
There's such a lot of world to see
We're after the same rainbow's end, waitin' 'round the bend
The opening line of Henry Mancini and His Orchestra's song Moon River sets the stage for the romantic and dreamy tone of the song. The singer refers to the famous river as "wider than a mile" which serves to conjure up an image of vast open spaces and natural beauty. The singer then states that they will be crossing the river "in style some day." This line can be interpreted as a reference to their future aspirations and goals, with the singer aiming to overcome obstacles in their path with flair and grace.
The second verse brings in a romantic notion of a dream maker and heart breaker. The singer is drawn to this person regardless of where they may be going, they are willing to join them on their journey. The third verse brings in another character, "two drifters, off to see the world," and they are both seeking adventure and discovery. The line "my huckleberry friend" is most likely a reference to Mark Twain's character Huckleberry Finn, and is used to suggest the close bond between the two drifters as they travel down their own "moon river."
Line by Line Meaning
Moon river, wider than a mile
The moonlit river is so expansive that it seems like it's wider than a mile
I'm crossing you in style some day
I will cross the river someday in a stylish and graceful manner
Oh, dream maker, you heart breaker
Addressing the river as a dream maker, who while inspiring dreams, can also break one's heart
Wherever you're goin', I'm goin' your way
Regardless of where the river flows, I will follow its course and accompany it
Two drifters, off to see the world
Two individuals, without any fixed destination, are wandering to explore the world
There's such a lot of world to see
The world is vast and offers numerous opportunities to explore and experience
We're after the same rainbow's end, waitin' 'round the bend
Both the individuals are seeking a common goal, which is at the end of the rainbow, waiting just around the corner
My huckleberry friend, moon river, and me
Addressing the river as a friend, both the individuals share a companionship while exploring the world together
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Tratore, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Johnny Mercer, Henry Mancini
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