Tennessee Waltz
Les Paul / Mary Ford Lyrics
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When an old friend I happened to see
I introduced him to my loved one and while they were dancing
My friend stole my sweetheart from me
I remember the night and the Tennessee Waltz
Only you know how much I have lost
Yes I lost my little darling the night they were playing
That beautiful Tennessee Waltz
I was dancing with my darling to the Tennessee Waltz
When an old friend I happened to see
I introduced him to my loved one and while they were dancing
My friend stole my sweetheart from me
I remember the night and the Tennessee Waltz
Only you know how much I have lost
Yes I lost my little darling the night they were playing
That beautiful Tennessee Waltz
The lyrics to Tennessee Waltz, written by Redd Stewart and Pee Wee King, tell a story of betrayal and heartbreak. The singer is enjoying a dance with their significant other when they spot an old friend. The singer excitedly introduces their friend to their loved one, not realizing that their friend has other intentions. While the singer and their loved one are dancing, the friend steals the singer's sweetheart, leaving them heartbroken.
The lyrics are simple, but they effectively convey the emotional impact of the situation. The singer has lost not only their sweetheart, but also their innocence and trust. The choice of dance, the Tennessee Waltz, adds to the tragic atmosphere of the song. The waltz is a romantic and elegant dance, which contrasts sharply with the betrayal and heartbreak of the story.
Overall, the lyrics to Tennessee Waltz are a poignant reminder of the power of music to evoke strong emotions and tell stories that resonate with audiences.
Line by Line Meaning
I was dancing with my darling to the Tennessee Waltz
I was happily dancing with my significant other to the popular Tennessee Waltz.
When an old friend I happened to see
During our dance, I unexpectedly saw an old friend of mine.
I introduced him to my loved one and while they were dancing
I introduced my friend to my significant other, and they began to dance together.
My friend stole my sweetheart from me
Unfortunately, my friend ended up stealing my significant other from right under my nose.
I remember the night and the Tennessee Waltz
I can vividly recall the night and the song which led to the unfortunate events that unfolded.
Only you know how much I have lost
Only the song and I truly know the depth of my emotional loss following the betrayal.
Yes I lost my little darling the night they were playing
Regrettably, my once beloved significant other was lost forever to me on the night of that fateful Tennessee Waltz.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: PEE WEE KING, REDD STEWART
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I was dancing with my darling to the Tennessee Waltz
When an old friend I happened to see
I introduced him to my loved one and while they were dancing
My friend stole my sweetheart from me
I remember the night and the Tennessee Waltz
Only you know how much I have lost
Yes I lost my little darling the night they were playing
That beautiful Tennessee Waltz
I was dancing with my darling to the Tennessee Waltz
When an old friend I happened to see
I introduced him to my loved one and while they were dancing
My friend stole my sweetheart from me
I remember the night and the Tennessee Waltz
Only you know how much I have lost
Yes I lost my little darling the night they were playing
That beautiful Tennessee Waltz
@usmale4915
Thank you for the Les Paul & Mary Ford upload. I haven't listened to them in a very long time. They were fantastic, especially with their version of "How High The Moon"! Mary Ford's vocal(s) are over-dubbed 12 times on that recording along with Les Paul, whom also over-dubbed himself 12 times. But to me, their best recording is "Vaya Con Dios"!
@silenceisgoldn
forever a classic. my grandfather introduced me to this gem decades ago. long live the classics...
@Tx1113
Classic and timeless!! love it
@bobmadoogaschannel7979
Les Paul is well known for his work with electric guitars, but he also pioneered recording technologies, including overdubbing, which is used in this recording as Mary Ford sings a beautiful duet with herself. By the way, Patti Page also used a multi-track recordig in her hit single.
@urzathehappy72
Nice thanks for the info.
@gyanf
Skeeter Davis also sang with herself as did Connie Francis. Great days with basic technology!
@shirandadeerwoman9124
Grew up with this music. Doesn't get much better than Les Paul and Mary Ford. Classic.Beautiful.
@shirandadeerwoman9124
@Roger [kirby] Waters PBS aired a documentary on Les Paul, I believe it was called, "Chasing Sound".Really something. Saw it almost ten years ago.
@usmale4915
@Gyan Fernando And you just can't forget Lesley Gore, whom also did a lot of "double-tracking" on her main vocal(s), plus her self-harmonies! Just listen to her 1963 recording "She's A Fool", and you will know what I am saying.
@dimpanmei7
Why Havnt i hear this from before. Its absolutely amazing. Lovely melody. Gave me some peace of mind in these hard times. 🥰