Stella By Starlight
Lee Konitz Bill Frisell Gary Peacock & Joey Baron Lyrics
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Through years of endless springs
The murmur of a brook at eventide
That ripples by a nook where two lovers hide
A great symphonic theme
That's Stella by starlight
And not a dream
My heart and I agree
A great symphonic theme
That's Stella by starlight
And not a dream
My heart and I agree
She's everything on earth to me
When Lee Konitz/Bill Frisell/Gary Peacock/Joey Baron perform "Stella By Starlight," they capture the essence of the lyrics that describe the beauty of nature and the power of love. The song opens with the remnants of a robin's song, a reminder that life goes on and nature continues to sing even as we humans experience the ups and downs of love affairs. The brook's murmur and ripple add to the idyllic scene, as the two lovers hide away in their nook, in their own world. Amidst these natural sounds, a great symphonic theme emerges- "Stella by starlight" - the love that transcends all our moments and emotions, the one that stays constant through the different stages of life.
The final lines of the song are particularly poignant, as the singer confesses that "My heart and I agree, she's everything on earth to me." It's clear that this love is not just a passing fancy or a flight of fancy; it is a commitment and a defining part of the singer's identity. Konitz, Frisell, Peacock, and Baron's interpretation of "Stella By Starlight" honors the beauty of love and its eternal power.
Line by Line Meaning
The song a robin sings
Like a robin that serenades with a sweet melody, the memory of Stella is a soothing reminder of happier times.
Through years of endless springs
Over countless seasons, through the changes of time, the memory of Stella persists and remains evergreen.
The murmur of a brook at eventide
As peaceful as the sound of a babbling brook at night, Stella's memory brings tranquility to the singer's heart.
That ripples by a nook where two lovers hide
The memory of Stella is reminiscent of a secret hideaway where two lovers can escape from the world and be together in peace.
A great symphonic theme
Like a grand musical composition, Stella's memory is a masterpiece that captures the essence of beauty, emotion, and passion.
That's Stella by starlight
The beauty and radiance of Stella are compared to the shining stars in the night sky.
And not a dream
Stella's memory is not a fantasy or an illusion, but a true and cherished experience.
My heart and I agree
The artist's heart and mind are in harmony, acknowledging the special place that Stella holds in their life.
She's everything on earth to me
Stella represents the epitome of perfection and completeness in the artist's life, encompassing all that is good and worthy of love.
Lyrics © SHAPIRO BERNSTEIN & CO. INC. , Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: NED WASHINGTON, VICTOR YOUNG
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Lee Konitz on sax