She was the first American singer to record at Abbey Road Studios in England. Her fan base even included Asia and the Philippines. She had 7 top hits, including "Why Don't You Believe in Me?", "Your Cheating Heart," "Almost Always," and "Have You Heard?"
She married composer Tony Acquaviva in 1956. In 1964, she dropped out of the public eye to take care of him and did so until 1986, when Mr. Acquaviva passed away. She began to tour again in the 1990's. She was given a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
I Still Get A Thrill
Joni James Lyrics
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And I still feel your lips kissing me too
Although our love affair wasn't to be
I wonder if you care care about me
I still remember that night under the moon
I recall that it all ended too soon
I can't believe you're gone memories linger on
I still remember that night under the moon
I recall that it all ended too soon
I can't believe you're gone memories linger on
Cause I still get a thrill thinking of you
The lyrics of "I Still Get a Thrill" describe the lingering memories and feelings of Joni James for a past lover. Despite the fact that their love affair ultimately did not work out, she cannot help but feel a thrill when thinking of her former lover and the intimate moments they shared, such as his lips kissing hers. The memories of their time together, including a night under the moon, continue to linger on, and she wonders if he still thinks about her as well.
The repetition of the phrase "I still remember that night under the moon" emphasizes the power that specific moment holds in the singer's memory, and the fact that "it all ended too soon" suggests that the relationship was cut short before both parties were ready to move on. However, it is clear that Joni James still has strong emotions attached to this former lover, even if it is not clear whether or not they feel the same.
Overall, "I Still Get a Thrill" is a bittersweet reflection on a past relationship and the way that some memories and feelings never truly fade away.
Line by Line Meaning
Because I still get a thrill thinking of you
I am excited and stimulated by the mere thought of you.
And I still feel your lips kissing me too
I still experience the sensation of your lips touching mine.
Although our love affair wasn't to be
Even though our romance was not meant to last.
I wonder if you care care about me
I am uncertain if you still think fondly of me.
I still remember that night under the moon
I have not forgotten the evening we spent together by the moonlight.
I recall that it all ended too soon
I recollect that our time together was brief and abrupt.
I can't believe you're gone memories linger on
I cannot accept that you are no longer with me and my memories of you persist.
Cause I still get a thrill thinking of you
Because the very thought of you continues to excite and arouse me.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Fred J Coots, Benny Davis
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
marilyn callachan
STILL LOVE THE SONG, JONI, AND ALL HER MUSIC!!!!♡♡♡♡😘
Walter Gray
Wonderful !!
Thank you for sharing.
Fegen100
One of my favorites by the Queen of Song.
harpsichordite
Hurts to hear, but it is Joni at her best. Fabu arrangement.
Wayne Brasler
Joni introduced this record on the Perry Como Show and it brought down the house at her Carnegie Hall Concert. It was only at that point that M-G-M Records executives said they should have pushed the record more.
Rollin558
Wow. Haven't heard this one in a long time. Thanks for the post.
mrob75
wonder if by 1959 teens simply were not going to listen to "Joni"... period. Wonder if "Connie Francis" would have taken this song further...It REALLY is a great song!
Elizabeth Danielle Sima Viggiano
Brava diva legend rest DESERVEDLY forever amen 😢
Elizabeth Danielle Sima Viggiano
RESTING WITH THE 😇 ANGELS FOREVERMORE
nonstopdoowop1
and I still get a thrill every time I visit your channel..xo Carrie