Dancing In The Dark
Jackie Gleason His Orchestra Lyrics
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We're dancing in the dark and it soon ends
We're waltzing in the wonder of why we're here
Time hurries by, we're here and we're gone
Looking for the light of a new love
To brighten up the night, I have you love
And we can face the music together
What, though love is old
What, though song is old
Through them we can be young
Hear this heart of mine
Wailin' all the time
Dear one, tell me that we're one
Looking for the light of a new love
To brighten up the night, I have you love
And we can face the music together
Dancing in the dark, dancing in the dark
Dancing in the dark
The lyrics of "Dancing in the Dark" by Jackie Gleason Bobby Hackett's speak of the fleeting nature of life and the importance of finding love to brighten our days. The first two lines set the scene of the couple dancing in the dark until the music ends, emphasizing how quickly time passes. The third line introduces a philosophical aspect as they waltz in wonder, questioning why they are here on this earth. The last line of the first verse conveys a sense of transience, as they acknowledge that in the grand scheme of things, they are just here for a moment before they are gone.
The second verse of the song focuses on the importance of love in our lives. The opening lines "Looking for the light of a new love / To brighten up the night, I have you love" suggests that the couple has found in each other the love they needed to illuminate their lives. The next line suggests that life can be challenging, but together, they can face the music - a metaphor for whatever obstacles come their way. The repetition of the phrase "Dancing in the dark" at the end reinforces the message of the song, emphasizing that in spite of the uncertainties of life, we can still find joy and love along the way.
Overall, "Dancing in the Dark" is a beautiful and timeless song that speaks to the universal human experience of searching for love and meaning in life. The wistful melody and poignant lyrics work together to create a poignant, bittersweet mood that resonates with listeners of all ages and backgrounds.
Line by Line Meaning
Dancing in the dark 'til the tune ends
We're dancing in the dark and our dance will last only until the music stops
We're waltzing in the wonder of why we're here
As we dance in the dark, we're pondering the purpose of our existence
Time hurries by, we're here and we're gone
We realize that time is fleeting and our moment in the darkness is brief
Looking for the light of a new love
To brighten up the night, I have you love
And we can face the music together
Though we seek a new romance, having each other makes the darkness less daunting and we can face it together
What, though love is old
What, though song is old
Through them we can be young
Even though love and music may be old, they have the power to make us feel young and alive
Hear this heart of mine
Wailin' all the time
Dear one, tell me that we're one
My heart is constantly yearning for your love, so please confirm that we share a deep connection
Dancing in the dark
We continue to dance, despite the darkness surrounding us
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