Jeannine
Jackie Gleason Bobby Hackett Lyrics
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Your eyes, they beam in the lilac time
Your winning smile
And cheeks blushing like the rose
Yet all the while, you sigh when nobody knows
Jeannine, my queen of lilac times
When I return, I'll make you mine
For you and I, our love dream can never die
The lyrics of "Jeannine" by Jackie Gleason Bobby Hackett is a love song through and through. It speaks of the persona's dream of being with his love interest Jeannine during the lilac time, probably when the spring season begins. He describes how her eyes beam in the lilac time and how her winning smile and rosy cheeks make her look so attractive during this time. But there's a hint of sadness in the song, as the persona mentions how Jeannine sighs when nobody knows, probably indicating that she's hurting inside and not letting anyone know about it. Nevertheless, the persona proclaims his love for Jeannine, calling her his queen of lilac times and stating that he'll make her his when he returns. He believes that their love dream can never die, indicating his unwavering love for Jeannine.
Line by Line Meaning
Jeannine, I dream of lilac time
Jeannine, you are always on my mind and I often dream of the wonderful moments we have spent together during the lilac season.
Your eyes, they beam in the lilac time
During the lilac season, your eyes light up beautifully with radiance and happiness, making my heart flutter in joy.
Your winning smile
Your beautiful smile is always charming and captivating, winning my heart in every possible way.
And cheeks blushing like the rose
Your rosy cheeks are a sight to behold during the lilac season, and your blushing charm sets my heart on fire with love and passion.
Yet all the while, you sigh when nobody knows
Even though you may secretly long for my love, you hide your feelings and sigh silently when no one is around to see your pain of being apart.
Jeannine, my queen of lilac times
Jeannine, you are the queen of my heart during the lilac season and every other time that we are together, making my heart forever yours.
When I return, I'll make you mine
When I come back, I will do everything in my power to make you mine and keep you happy and cherished forever.
For you and I, our love dream can never die
Our love is so deep and passionate that it can never fade away or die, and we will be together forever and always, making every moment count.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: L. WOLFE GILBERT, NATHANIEL SHILKRET
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