Harvest Moon
LIVING ROOM - Neil Young Lyrics
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Hear what I have to say
Just like children sleepin'
We could dream this night away
But there's a full moon risin'
Let's go dancin' in the light
We know where the music's playin'
Because I'm still in love with you
I want to see you dance again
Because I'm still in love with you
On this harvest moon
When we were strangers
I watched you from afar
When we were lovers
I loved you with all my heart
But now it's gettin' late
And the moon is climbin' high
I want to celebrate
See it shinin' in your eye
Because I'm still in love with you
I want to see you dance again
Because I'm still in love with you
On this harvest moon
Because I'm still in love with you
I want to see you dance again
Because I'm still in love with you
On this harvest moon
Neil Young's song "Harvest Moon" is a beautiful love song that captures the essence of two people who have been together for a long time. The lyrics evoke the image of a couple sitting in their living room, just like children sleeping, dreaming the night away. With a full moon rising, the couple decides to step out of their comfort zone and go dancing in the moonlight. They know exactly where the music is playing, and they want to experience the night to the fullest.
The song's chorus, "Because I'm still in love with you, I want to see you dance again, on this harvest moon," emphasizes the love shared by the couple. They have been together for a long time, and the love that they share is still as strong as it was when they first met. The song also highlights the idea that love is about wanting to celebrate and experience life's joys with the person you love.
The second verse of the song shows the progression of the couple's relationship from strangers to lovers. When they first met, the singer watched his partner from afar, and now they have reached a stage of deep intimacy where they are comfortable dreaming the night away together. The song ends with the singer expressing his desire to see his partner dance again, emphasizing his love and appreciation for the beautiful moments they share.
Overall, "Harvest Moon" is a touching love song that highlights the power of love to bring two people together and keep them close for a long time.
Line by Line Meaning
Come a little bit closer
Neil Young wants his lover to move closer so that he can express his love.
Hear what I have to say
Neil Young wants his lover to pay attention to what he has to say.
Just like children sleepin'
Neil Young compares their relationship to the innocence of children sleeping.
We could dream this night away
Neil Young suggests that they can spend the night together dreaming of their love.
But there's a full moon risin'
Neil Young notices that the full moon is rising, which could signify a romantic night.
Let's go dancin' in the light
Neil Young suggests that they have a romantic dance in the moonlight.
We know where the music's playin'
Neil Young knows where they can go to dance to romantic music.
Let's go out and feel the night
Neil Young encourages his lover to seize the moment and enjoy the romantic night.
Because I'm still in love with you
Neil Young admits that he still loves his lover.
I want to see you dance again
Neil Young reminisces about seeing his lover dance and wants to see it again.
When we were strangers
Neil Young remembers when they first met and didn't know each other.
I watched you from afar
Neil Young observed his lover from a distance when they were strangers.
When we were lovers
Neil Young recalls when they were in a passionate romantic relationship.
I loved you with all my heart
Neil Young loved his lover with every fiber of his being when they were in love.
But now it's gettin' late
Neil Young acknowledges that time is passing quickly.
And the moon is climbin' high
Neil Young notices that the moon is rising higher, which could signify the end of the night.
I want to celebrate
Neil Young wants to celebrate their love and the romantic night they are having.
See it shinin' in your eye
Neil Young wants to see the moonlight reflected in his lover's eyes.
Lyrics © Silver Fiddle, Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Neil Young
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@donaldcook3112
. . . There is just s o v e r y m u c h
... that we know so very little about .
And then in our depths of both grief
and ' n o t - k n o w I n g ' . . . this
c o m e s - t o p a s s , meant in it's
most literal sense ... it is not a coincidence - they do not exist .
She IS alive and well - for the both of you
dear fellows listed above - and all others
who know of such days and nights .
They know of our deepest sorrows and will
send ' s I g n s ' to reassure us that
' a l l i s w e l l ' .
No , I've never heard a Neil Young song
being played in a store or supermarket,
except just the once and that is one hell of a ratio .
It was ' H a r v e s t M o o n ' .
@ginny3491
Not sure if any one’s gonna read this, but I’m 15 and started highschool recently and I have terrible anxiety. I listen to this song almost everynight before school and it calms me down so much. It’s like a routine now I always look forward to listening to this. Thanks neil young for this song 🧡 Edit: hey guys, I’m 16 now getting ready to be a sophomore. I have hope for this year wish me luck 🧡🧡
@marcuscarlson2444
Hang in there it will get better :))
@YouGotTriggeredLOL
Life gets better kid, enjoy the ride 😊
@nankerphelge3771
In the hallway between classes, stand off to the side for a moment or two. Look for someone with their head down, avoiding eye contact and just putting one foot in front of the other. See if you can find them after that class. Approach quietly and say to them "Hello, my name is Ginny. I feel the same way." See what happens. I have found that if I can connect/help someone else, my own anxiety quiets down a bit. Peace.
@ginny3491
@@nankerphelge3771 I’ll try this! Thanks so much💕💜 it’s been hard but I’ve made some friends:)
@ginny3491
@@YouGotTriggeredLOL I sure hope it does, my anxiety is ruining everything!
@georgezygouris2884
My wife died from a brain tumour a week ago, in the age of 45, the last year she lost her mobility, she said to me " i am not afraid to die, but i am very sad because i will not be able to dance again. I lift her and we dance with this song, now she is up there! I just wanted to share this with you!! Thank you for traveling on this planet together!
@refacingleads
Wow dude thats horrible, sorry for your loss buddy. Hang in there man ! Your brave to share your story !
@TheSneezingMonkey
I'm so sorry for your loss. I can't imagine what this song must mean to you both. Your memories live on forever. Keep your head up high my friend. All the best.....
@18jk
Your story floods me with tears