After studying creative writing in Harvard, she returned to Singapore and began her career in theater. She released some early albums in Singapore. In the late 90’s she began releasing a string of critically acclaimed jazz albums on Groove Note Records.
The Shadow of Your Smile
Jacintha Lyrics
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When you have gone
Will color all my dreams
And light the dawn
Look into my eyes my love and see
All the lovely things you are to me
It was far, too high
A teardrop kissed your lips
And so did I
Now when I remember spring
All the joys that love can bring
I will be remembering
The shadow of your smile
"The Shadow of Your Smile" by Jacintha is a romantic ballad that explores the feelings of love and the impact it has on one's life. The opening lyrics allude to the aftermath of a relationship, where the "shadow" or memory of the partner's smile would color all of the singer's dreams and subsequently, light up the dawn. The impression left by this person is so strong that it continues to haunt them even after they have gone.
The chorus which follows opens with an invitation for the person to look into her eyes and see what she sees, which are all the wonderful things that the person is to her. The song is essentially an ode to the person and how much they meant to her, even if they are no longer present. The verse further solidifies this idea with the melancholic imagery of a "wistful little star," which was too high, drawing a comparison to the lost love that was unreachable, and the bittersweet memory of kissing them.
The ending of the song provides an optimistic turn, as the singer remembers the joys of love that they shared and will continue to remember thanks to the "shadow" of the person's smile.
Line by Line Meaning
The shadow of your smile
The memory of your cheerful expression
When you have gone
After you have left my side
Will color all my dreams
Will influence my thoughts and desires
And light the dawn
And bring hope for a new day
Look into my eyes my love and see
Direct your gaze towards me, my beloved, and perceive
All the lovely things you are to me
All of the admirable qualities that you possess in my heart
Our wistful little star
Our sorrowful celestial object
It was far, too high
It was distant, too lofty
A teardrop kissed your lips
A falling tear touched your mouth
And so did I
As did I also show affection
Now when I remember spring
At the present moment, while reflecting on the season of growth and new beginnings
All the joys that love can bring
All the positive experiences that arise from an emotional attachment
I will be remembering
I will recollect and cherish
The shadow of your smile
The image of your joyful countenance
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Paul Webster, Johnny Mardel
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on Once I Loved
Once I Love - Jacintha - Lyrics
Once I loved
And I gave so much love to that love
It was a world to me
Once I cried
At the thought I was foolish and proud
And let him say goodbye
Then one day
From my infinite sadness you came
And brought me love again
Now I know, that no matter, whatever befalls
I'll never let you go
I will hold you close
Night and day
Because love is the saddest thing
When it goes away
Musical Interlude
I will hold you close
Make you stay
Because love is the saddest thing
When it goes away
Because love is the saddest thing
When it goes away