Once Upon A Time in The West
KITCHEN - Ennio Morricone Lyrics


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I woke and you were there
Beside me in the night
You touched me and calmed my fear
Turned darkness into light
I woke and saw you there
Beside me as before
My heart leapt to find you near
To feel you close once more
To feel your love once more

Your strength has made me strong
Though life tore us apart
And now when the night seems long




Your love shines in my heart
Your love shines in my heart

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Once Upon A Time In The West" by Ennio Morricone, sung by Edda Dell'Orso, carry a deep sense of love and longing. The song depicts a reunion between two lovers who have been separated but have now found each other again. The opening lines express the singer's surprise and relief upon waking up to find their loved one by their side in the night. This unexpected presence brings them comfort and dispels their fears, transforming darkness into light.


The second stanza reveals the singer's joy at seeing their partner once again, evoking a rush of emotions. The line "My heart leapt to find you near" captures the exhilaration and excitement of rediscovering a love that was believed to be lost. The lyrics convey a deep connection and a desire to be close and feel the love of the other person once more. It portrays a sense of strength and resilience gained from their love, despite the challenges and difficulties they have faced.


The closing lines of the song affirm that the love shared between the two individuals continues to shine, even in the midst of separation and the darkness of the night. The lyrics suggest that their love acts as a guiding light, providing solace and strength during times of loneliness and despair.


Overall, "Once Upon A Time In The West" expresses the power of love to transcend distance and time, bringing hope and comfort to those who have suffered heartbreak and loss.


Line by Line Meaning

I woke and you were there
I suddenly became aware of your presence


Beside me in the night
Right next to me during the darkest hours


You touched me and calmed my fear
Your gentle touch brought reassurance and comfort to my anxious soul


Turned darkness into light
You transformed the despair and uncertainty into hope and clarity


I woke and saw you there
I opened my eyes and beheld your presence


Beside me as before
Right beside me, just like in the past


My heart leapt to find you near
My heart jumped with joy upon realizing your proximity


To feel you close once more
To experience the intimacy and connection we once shared again


To feel your love once more
To relish in the affection and love you have for me once again


Your strength has made me strong
Your fortitude has instilled resilience in me


Though life tore us apart
Despite the hardships and circumstances that separated us


And now when the night seems long
During the times when the darkness seems endless


Your love shines in my heart
Your love radiates brightly within my core




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Ennio Morricone, Maria Travia, Audrey Stainton

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Who else comes back to this frequently? No words really.

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@smiff4748

I'm an old man and this wonderfully beautiful rendition always brings tears to my eyes

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I am 78, me too !!

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