Main Title
Hollywood Bowl Orchestra John Mauceri Lyrics
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On this, our weddin' day
Do not forsake me, oh my darlin'
Wait, wait along
I do not know what fate awaits me
I only know I must be brave
And I must face a man who hates me
Or lie a coward in my grave
Oh, to be torn 'twixt love and duty
S'posin' I lose my fair-haired beauty
Look at that big hand move along
Nearin' high noon
He made a vow while in state prison
Vowed it would be my life or his'n
I'm not afraid of death but oh
What will I do if you leave me?
Do not forsake me, oh my darlin'
You made that promise as a bride
Do not forsake me, oh my darlin'
Although you're grievin', don't think of leavin'
Now that I need you by my side
Wait along, (wait along) wait along
Wait along, wait along
(Wait along, wait along, wait along, wait along)
The song "Main title" by Hollywood Bowl Orchestra John Mauceri is a ballad that tells the story of a man's last stand against his enemy. The singer pleads with his love, promising not to forsake her on their wedding day. He expresses his concern and anxiety at the thought of the unknown fate he faces, but he resolves to be brave and face his enemy. He is at a crossroads where he has to choose between his love and duty, and he is torn apart. As the clock strikes noon, he is reminded of his imminent fate, and he starts to contemplate his life and the possibility of losing his beloved to his enemy. The singer has to confront a man who has sworn to kill him, and he stammers at the thought of facing him. He is not afraid of death, but he fears losing his love.
The song's title, "Main title," is a reference to the main theme of the song, which is the singer's inner conflict. The song has a melancholic and dramatic tone that suits the mood and plot. The song's lyrics highlight themes of love, duty, courage, and fear of the unknown. The singer's last stand evokes feelings of bravery and the desire to protect one's loved ones in the face of certain death.
Line by Line Meaning
Do not forsake me, oh my darlin'
Please do not abandon me, my beloved.
On this, our weddin' day
On this day of our union.
Wait, wait along
Stay by my side, do not leave me alone.
I do not know what fate awaits me
I am unsure of what destiny has in store for me.
I only know I must be brave
I am aware that I must possess courage.
And I must face a man who hates me
I have to confront an individual who strongly dislikes me.
Or lie a coward, a craven coward
If I do not act bravely, I will be a coward.
Or lie a coward in my grave
I would rather die than live as a coward.
Oh, to be torn 'twixt love and duty
I am in a dilemma of choosing between love and obligation.
S'posin' I lose my fair-haired beauty
What if I lose my beloved?
Look at that big hand move along
The clock is ticking and time is running out.
Nearin' high noon
It is almost noon, and I must act soon.
He made a vow while in state prison
He pledged to take my life or his when he was imprisoned.
Vowed it would be my life or his'n
He swore that either he or I would not leave that place alive.
I'm not afraid of death but oh
Death does not frighten me, yet
What will I do if you leave me?
What would I do if you abandon me?
You made that promise as a bride
You promised me when we got married.
Although you're grievin', don't think of leavin'
Even though you are sad, do not consider abandoning me.
Now that I need you by my side
I require you to stand by me.
Wait along, (wait along) wait along
Stay here with me and wait.
Wait along, wait along
Hold on, come what may.
(Wait along, wait along, wait along, wait along)
Be patient and stay here with me.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MAX STEINER
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