Moon River
Henry Mancini Lyrics


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Moon river, wider than a mile
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
My huckleberry friend, moon river, and me

Moon river, wider than a mile
I'm crossin' 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 that same rainbow's end, waitin' 'round the Bend
My huckleberry friend, moon river, and me

Overall Meaning

The song "Moon River" by Henry Mancini is a melancholic ballad that paints a vivid picture of two wanderers seeking their fortunes in the wide-open spaces of the world. The first verse sets the tone with the opening line "Moon river, wider than a mile." This is a metaphor for the vastness of the world, and the idea that the two drifters are setting out to cross it in style someday. The dream maker referred to in the song is a reference to somebody who is going to help them overcome their fears and achieve their goals. However, this person is also a heartbreaker because the journey is never easy, and they have to be willing to take risks and push boundaries to get ahead.


The second verse continues the story by introducing two more characters, "Two drifters off to see the world." They are after the same rainbow's end, a reference to the mythical pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. The line "waiting' 'round the bend" implies that they are always looking towards the future, anticipating what's coming next, but also living in the moment. The final line of the verse, "My huckleberry friend, moon river, and me," is an expression of the deep friendship between the two wanderers and their love for the natural world.


Overall, "Moon River" is a beautiful, introspective song that captures the yearning for adventure and the deep bonds of friendship, and it continues to be one of the most beloved songs in the American Songbook.


Line by Line Meaning

Moon river, wider than a mile
The beauty of life's journey, full of experiences that are vast and abundant.


I'm crossing you in style some day
One day I will face this journey with confidence and poise, ready to take on what lies ahead.


Oh, dream maker, you heartbreaker
The creator of dreams that can also be the cause of heartbreak.


Wherever you're goin', I'm goin' your way
No matter where life takes me, I want to share that journey with those who are important to me.


Two drifters off to see the world
Two individuals who are seeking to explore the world and experience all that it offers.


There's such a lot of world to see
The world is vast and offers endless opportunities for exploration and adventure.


We're after the same rainbow's end, waitin' 'round the bend
We are both seeking to find our own personal pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, which is just around the corner waiting for us to discover it.


My huckleberry friend, moon river, and me
Together with my closest companion, we will navigate life's journey together and share in the beauty of the moonlit river.




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Written by: Johnny Mercer, Henry Mancini

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Comments from YouTube:

@anvarr5703

Beautiful music.Only true hearts will understand..

@milytedocampo

Why only true heart understand......

@Ciscodays

@@milytedocampo If you have to ask....

@SantoroSalerno

I'm 72 years & a young boy when this came out. Mega-hit for Mancini, and an absolutely beautiful song! Thanks Henry Mancini for the score & Johnny Mercer for the lyrics!

@osmanakman

Autumn Leaves too

@danno232323

You should search JACOB COLLIER doing this live - with the audience singing along - there are MANY videos/versions -- it's so beautiful i had to let you know.

@7272goldy

This song is so amazing... ❤

@gbuddy

Henry Mancini was truly a genius.

@AVportau

one of the greatest songs and pieces of music ever written from a golden era that is long gone but not forgotten.... as a young child this was magical and full of hope, and now in my older years it sings a memory i so long for again.

@hims12

Yeh, I have it on my playlist
And I just love it
I imagine dancing at my wedding with the man I wanted to marry, but he was never interested in me.
It truly is a Beautiful song
Blessings ❤🎉

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