Moon-Faced Starry-Eyed
Johnny Mercer Lyrics
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Peaches & cream with nuts on the side
I never knew there was anyone living like you
Moon faced, starry eyed
I'm going to bust my vest with pride
I never lived, baby, not at all 'til I met you
At seven o'clock I am in the hall
At eight o'clock if you don't come by
By nine o'clock baby I die
Moon faced, starry eyed
Cooking with gas when I'm by your side
I swear my hearts no where without you
[additional verse in some versions]
Moon-faced, starry-eyed
You're apple pie with cheese on the side.
Can it be true than I'm loved by a Tarzan like you?
Moon-faced, starry-eyed,
You took my heart on a buggy ride.
I don't know how I got ever along without you.
At six o'clock I am gettin' up steam,
At seven o'clock I am on the beam,
At eight o'clock if the knob don't turn,
By nine o'clock, Baby, I burn!
Moon-faced, starry-eyed,
Floating on clouds when I'm by your side,
I swear my heart's nowhere without you.
The lyrics to Johnny Mercer's song Moon-Faced Starry-Eyed depict the singer's complete infatuation with their love interest, who they describe as "moon-faced" and "starry-eyed." The comparison to these celestial bodies suggest an otherworldly beauty that the singer had never before encountered. The use of food metaphors further emphasizes the overwhelming effect of this person on the singer, describing them as "peaches & cream with nuts on the side" and "apple pie with cheese on the side." The singer goes on to express their dependence on this person's presence and attention, waiting anxiously for their call and feeling like they cannot function without them. Ultimately, the singer states that their heart is nowhere without this person by their side.
Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of adoration and longing that comes with falling deeply in love. The language used highlights the intensity of the singer's feelings and the all-encompassing effect that their love interest has on them.
Line by Line Meaning
Moon faced, starry eyed
I am in awe of your beauty and wonder
Peaches & cream with nuts on the side
You are a perfect and delightful combination
I never knew there was anyone living like you
I have never met anyone like you before
I'm going to bust my vest with pride
I am so proud to be with you, it fills me with joy
I never lived, baby, not at all 'til I met you
My life did not truly begin until I met you
At six o'clock I expect your call
I anxiously await your call at six o'clock
At seven o'clock I am in the hall
I am waiting for you in the hall at seven o'clock
At eight o'clock if you don't come by
If you do not show up by eight o'clock
By nine o'clock baby I die
I will be extremely upset and heartbroken if you do not come by nine o'clock
Cooking with gas when I'm by your side
I feel invigorated and energetic when I am with you
I swear my hearts no where without you
My heart belongs to you and I cannot be happy without you
You're apple pie with cheese on the side.
You are an amazing combination of sweetness and richness
Can it be true than I'm loved by a Tarzan like you?
I cannot believe that someone as amazing as you loves me
You took my heart on a buggy ride.
You have taken me on an amazing journey and captured my heart
I don't know how I got ever along without you.
I cannot imagine my life without you in it
At six o'clock I am gettin' up steam,
I am gearing up and getting ready for you at six o'clock
At seven o'clock I am on the beam,
I am focused and ready for you at seven o'clock
At eight o'clock if the knob don't turn,
If you do not show up at eight o'clock
By nine o'clock, Baby, I burn!
I will be extremely upset and heartbroken if you do not come by nine o'clock
Floating on clouds when I'm by your side,
I feel like I am in heaven when I am with you
I swear my heart's nowhere without you.
My heart belongs to you and I cannot be happy without you
Contributed by Samuel V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.