I’m Making Believe
Ink Spots and Ella Fitzgerald Lyrics
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Making believe I'm talking to you, wish you could hear what I say
And here in the gloom of my lonely room we're dancing like we used to do
Making believe is just another way of dreaming, so till my dreams come true
I'll whisper "Good night", turn out the light, and kiss my pillow
Making believe it's you
I'm making believe that you're in my arms though I know you're so far away
And here in the gloom of my lonely room we're dancing like we used to do
Making believe is just another way of dreamin', so till my dreams come true
I'll whisper "Good night", turn out the light, and kiss my pillow
Making believe it's you
And here in the gloom of my lonely room we're dancing like we used to do
Making believe is just another way of dreamin', so till my dreams come true
I'll whisper "Good night", turn out the light, and kiss my pillow
Making believe it's you
The song “I’m Making Believe” by the Ink Spots and Ella Fitzgerald is a love song about a couple who are separated by distance. The singer is longing for their loved one and is left with only their imagination to be with them. This is represented by the phrase “I’m making believe that you’re in my arms though I know you’re so far away.” The singer is trying to imagine themselves with their loved one, as if they were together. They continue to make believe that they are talking to their loved one and dancing together, just like they used to.
The act of making believe is described as “just another way of dreaming, so till my dreams come true.” The singer is trying to hold onto their love and keep it alive, even though they are apart. They end the song by saying “I’ll whisper ‘Good night,’ turn out the light, and kiss my pillow, making believe it’s you.” The singer is using their imagination to transport themselves to a place where they can be together with their loved one.
The lyrics of this song are poignant and capture the feelings of longing and love. The bittersweet emotions of separation are conveyed through the use of language and the wistful tone of the music. It is a beautiful and memorable song that has stood the test of time.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm making believe that you're in my arms though I know you're so far away
I am pretending that you are with me even though I am aware that you are away.
Making believe I'm talking to you, wish you could hear what I say
I am imagining a conversation with you, hoping that you can hear my thoughts.
And here in the gloom of my lonely room we're dancing like we used to do
Within the darkness of my solitary space, I am envisioning us dancing as we once did.
Making believe is just another way of dreaming, so till my dreams come true
Fantasizing is just an alternative method of dreaming, until my wishes become reality.
I'll whisper 'Good night', turn out the light, and kiss my pillow
I will gently utter goodnight, turn off the light, and express my love to my pillow in your absence.
Making believe it's you
As I kiss my pillow, I am imagining that it is you.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JAMES V. MONACO, MACK GORDON
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@jimgatteys5196
I think Ella has the most beautiful voice I've ever heard and her diction is flawless!
@valerieturner6664
My mother used to sing this song every now and again. I never heard it except when she sang it. Today I heard someone singing an it reminded me of my Mom, so I typed the lyrics in Google to find that Ella Fitzgerald sang it. I'm having some fund memories of my mother. I miss her everyday. Rest in Peace Princess Dot.
@josegarza8461
its a beautiful song ! Rip your mom , one day you will see her again
@mjbyrne1153
It's such a beautiful song. And thank you for sharing your experience with it. :)
@user-ig1kh1lh7s
я люблю данную песню.
@MrChristian
One of the most beautiful songs, EVER!!!
@patjack1956
I've listened to this recording hundreds of times and each time I think it's the first time. It's just perfect. It tells a story that everyone's experienced at some time in their life, a love story for the ages.
@patjack1956
I love this. I could listen to it forever. It reminds me of my husband who passed away four years ago. So beautiful.
@aarondavis8473
Always makes me think of my momma. Sorry about the loss of your wife.
@firecracker187
Ella's voice is as smooth as butter