Goodnight
Joe Loss Lyrics
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Goodnight my love, my moment with you now is ending
It was so heavenly, holding you, close to me
It will be heavenly to hold you again in a dream
The stars above have promised to meet us tomorrow
Till then my love, how dreary the new day will seem
So for the present, dear, we'll have to part
Sleep tight, my love, goodnight, my love
Goodnight my love, your mommy is kneeling beside you
Goodnight my love, to dreamland the sandman will guide you
Come now you sleepyhead, close your eyes, and go to bed
My precious sleepyhead, you mustn't play peek-a-boo
Goodnight my love, your little Dutch dolly is yawning
Goodnight my love, your teddy bear called it a day
Your doggy's fast asleep, my but he's smart
Sleep tight, my love, goodnight my love
The lyrics of Joe Loss & His Band's song "Goodnight My Love" convey a sentiment of longing and affection. The first verse addresses a companion, bidding them farewell as the night comes to a close. The singer describes the joy and happiness they experienced while being close to their loved one, expressing the anticipation of reuniting in a dream. The second verse shifts the focus to a child, with the singer comforting and wishing them goodnight. The lyrics invoke the image of a mother or caregiver kneeling beside the child, ensuring their safety and guiding them into the world of dreams.
The repetition of the phrase "Goodnight my love" throughout the song reinforces the theme of love and tenderness towards both the adult companion and the child. The lyrics create a sense of warmth and security, emphasizing the deep connection between the singer and the recipients of the goodnights.
Line by Line Meaning
Goodnight my love, the tired old moon is descending
Farewell, my beloved, as the weary moon lowers
Goodnight my love, my moment with you now is ending
Goodbye, my love, our precious time together is coming to a close
It was so heavenly, holding you, close to me
The embrace of your presence was truly blissful
It will be heavenly to hold you again in a dream
I eagerly await the pleasure of holding you in my dreams
The stars above have promised to meet us tomorrow
The stars have pledged to reunite with us in the future
Till then my love, how dreary the new day will seem
Until then, my love, the coming day will feel dull and gloomy
So for the present, dear, we'll have to part
For now, my dear, we must bid each other farewell
Sleep tight, my love, goodnight, my love
Rest peacefully, my love, goodnight, my love
Remember that you're mine sweetheart
Always remember that you belong to me, my sweetheart
Goodnight my love, your mommy is kneeling beside you
Farewell, my love, your mother is by your side
Goodnight my love, to dreamland the sandman will guide you
Goodnight, my love, let the sandman lead you to the world of dreams
Come now you sleepyhead, close your eyes, and go to bed
Now, my drowsy one, shut your eyes and drift off to sleep
My precious sleepyhead, you mustn't play peek-a-boo
My dear sleepyhead, it's time to stop playing and rest
Goodnight my love, your little Dutch dolly is yawning
Goodnight, my love, even your toy doll is becoming tired
Goodnight my love, your teddy bear called it a day
Goodnight, my love, your teddy bear has finished its day
Your doggy's fast asleep, my but he's smart
Your little doggie is already fast asleep, how clever
Sleep tight, my love, goodnight my love
Rest well, my love, goodnight, my love
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, ANTHEM ENTERTAINMENT LP
Written by: Harry Revel, Mack Gordon
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