Gleason could not read or write music in a conventional sense; he was said to have conceived melodies in his head and described them vocally to staff help. He did likewise with the well-remembered themes of both The Jackie Gleason Show ("Melancholy Serenade") and The Honeymooners ("You're My Greatest Love"). There has been some controversy over the years as to how much credit Gleason should have received for the finished products; it has been written that beyond the possible conceptualizing of many of the songs, Gleason had no direct involvement such as conducting in the making of these recordings. However, his main musical companion, cornetist and trumpeter Bobby Hackett once said: "Jackie knows a lot more about music than people give him credit for. I have seen him conduct a sixty-piece orchestra and detect one discordant note in the brass section. He would immediately stop the music and locate the wrong note. It always amazed the professional musicians how a guy who technically did not know one note from another could do that. And he was never wrong."
Born February 26, 1916 in Brooklyn, New York, United States. He died on June 24, 1987
The Man I Love
Jackie Gleason Lyrics
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Simply because you're near me.
Funny, but when you're near me
I'm in the mood for love.
Heaven is in your eyes
Bright as the stars we're under
Oh! Is it any wonder
Why stop to think of whether
This little dream might fade?
We've put our hearts together
Now we are one, I'm not afraid!
If there's a cloud above
If it should rain we'll let it
But for tonight, forget it!
I'm in the mood for love
The lyrics to Jackie Gleason's "I'm in the Mood for Love" speak to the overwhelming feeling of love and attraction in the presence of a significant other. The singer declares that whenever this particular person is near, they find themselves completely consumed by the feeling of love. The lyrics suggest that the love and attraction between the two individuals are so strong, that they aren't concerned with how long it will last. They express that they are committed to enjoying the present moment, together.
The second stanza describes the physical attributes of the person's lover, expressing that heaven is in their eyes and that they shine as bright as the stars shining down on them. These statements only add to the feeling of admiration and love they hold towards their lover, and it's clear that the singer is completely captivated by every aspect of their beloved. The final lines of the song suggest that no obstacles or negative forces will come between them tonight or interrupt their being in the mood for love.
Overall, the song has a romantic and playful vibe, and again emphasizes the feeling of complete and utter attraction and desire towards someone. The lyrics are simplistic but effective in conveying the message of love and the feeling of being head-over-heels for someone.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm in the mood for love
I am feeling affectionate and romantic
Simply because you're near me.
The presence of the person I love puts me in a loving mood
Funny, but when you're near me
It may seem humorous or strange, but the fact is that when you're close to me, I feel romantic
Heaven is in your eyes
When I look into your eyes, I feel like I am in paradise
Bright as the stars we're under
Your eyes shine as brightly as the stars that we are looking up at together
Oh! Is it any wonder
Is it any surprise that I am feeling romantic when I am with you?
I'm in the mood for love?
I am feeling very romantic right now
Why stop to think of whether
I don't see any need to ponder whether
This little dream might fade?
Our romantic feelings may be fleeting but that doesn't matter
We've put our hearts together
We are sharing our love and emotions with each other
Now we are one, I'm not afraid!
We are united in love and I feel no fear
If there's a cloud above
Even if there are problems, worries, or difficulties
If it should rain we'll let it
We won't let them get in the way of our happiness or love
But for tonight, forget it!
Let's live in the moment and not worry about the future or any issues that may arise
I'm in the mood for love
I am feeling amorous and romantic
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Written by: Dorothy Fields, Jimmy Mchugh
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