Still
John Abercrombie Marc Johnson and Peter Erskine Lyrics
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As I gaze out of my window
At the moon in it's flight
My thoughts all stray, stray to you
In the still of the night
While the world lies in slumber
Oh the times without number
Do you love me
Just like I love you
Are you my life to be
That dream come true
Or will this dream of mine
Will it fade way out of sight
Just like that moon growing dim
Way out on the rim of the hill
In the still of the night
The song "Still in the Night" by John Abercrombie, Marc Johnson, and Peter Erskine is about the loneliness that one feels when they are separated from their loved one. The singer is gazing out of their window, watching the moon's flight, while their thoughts wander to their significant other. The lyrics suggest that the singer is asking their loved one if they love them in the same way that they do, and if they are meant to be a part of each other's lives, or if their dream of being together will fade away.
The use of the moon as a metaphor in the chorus is particularly poignant, as the singer questions whether their dream will fade like the moon growing dim on the rim of the hill. The repetition of the phrase "in the still of the night" highlights the quietness and isolation that the singer feels, emphasizing the emotional intensity of the lyrics.
Overall, the song "Still in the Night" captures the feelings of yearning and longing that are common in romantic relationships. The lyrics convey a sense of vulnerability and uncertainty, which are common emotions when waiting for someone to reciprocate feelings or to be reunited with a loved one.
Line by Line Meaning
In the still of the night
During the quiet of the night
As I gaze out of my window
While looking out my window
At the moon in its flight
Watching the moon move across the sky
My thoughts all stray, stray to you
My mind wanders to thoughts of you
While the world lies in slumber
While everyone else is asleep
Oh, the times without number
So many times before
When I say to you
When I ask you
Do you love me
Do you have feelings for me
Just like I love you
As intensely as I love you
Are you my life to be
Are you the most important person in my life
That dream come true
That longed-for future reality
Or will this dream of mine
Or will this desired future of mine
Will it fade way out of sight
Disappear from my view and life altogether
Just like that moon growing dim
Similar to the moon's eventual fading
Way out on the rim of the hill
At a far off place on the horizon
In the still of the night
During the quiet of the night
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: COLE PORTER
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@BurnsTennis
I like both equally. I like the original track with Michael Brecker on tenor saxophone, and this version with the trio Live. I have both CDs.
@frederf69
swings as hard as anyone!! ✌😎👍
@loumonte658
Impressive.
@caryd67
Peter Erskine. Greatest drummer. Ever. 😊
Watch closely how he switches between traditional and matched grip with his left hand. Blink and you’ll miss it.
@nilkilnilkil
Furs on ice hahaha