Lionel's success as a hit songwriter ("Again," from 1949's Road House); TV theme composer (Daniel Boone, Dobie Gillis and others); his Oscar win (for Hello, Dolly! in 1969, one of 11 nominations); his fame as Marilyn Monroe's musical director (Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, There's No Business Like Show Business); some of his dramatic scores (The Proud Ones, Love Me Tender, Compulsion); and his role as conductor for some of the studio's biggest films (Cleopatra, The Omen, Alien). He died in February 1989.
He was instrumental in the careers of John Williams, Jerry Goldsmith, Dominic Frontiere, Pat Williams, and many more.
He was the uncle of Composer Randy Newman (short people)
Twilight
Lionel Newman & His Orchestra Lyrics
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And I jog along,
The world is like a dream
And the ripple of the stream is my song
When it's twilight on the trail,
And I rest once more,
My ceiling is the sky
Never ever have a nickel in my jeans,
Never ever have a debt to pay,
Still I understand what real contentment means,
Guess I was born that way
When it's twilight on the trail,
And my voice is still,
Please plant this heart of mine
Underneath the lonesome pine on the hill
(Underneath the lonesome pine on the hill)
When it's twilight on the trail
In the lyrics of "Twilight in the Trail," the singer describes a serene and tranquil moment at twilight when they are on a trail. The twilight setting creates a dreamlike ambiance, and as they jog along, the world around them transforms into a mystical realm. The gentle sounds of the stream become their melody, emphasizing the sense of calm and peace that envelops them in this moment.
As the singer continues their journey on the trail, they find a moment to rest and reflect. The sky above them becomes their ceiling, and the soft grass beneath them becomes their floor. This imagery conveys a connection to nature and a feeling of freedom and oneness with the surroundings. The simplicity of the setting enhances the singer's sense of belonging and contentment in this natural environment.
The lyrics also touch upon the singer's humble lifestyle, mentioning that they never have money in their pockets or debts to pay. Despite the lack of material possessions, the singer finds true happiness and contentment in the simplicity of their existence. This suggests that the singer values inner peace and harmony over material wealth, highlighting a sense of gratitude and fulfillment in their way of life.
In the final verse, the singer expresses a sense of nostalgia and a desire for a peaceful resting place. They speak of their heart being planted beneath a lonesome pine on the hill, symbolizing a connection to nature and a longing for a tranquil final resting place. The repetition of the imagery of twilight throughout the song reinforces the idea of a serene and reflective moment, encapsulating the beauty and tranquility of nature in a poetic and contemplative way.
Line by Line Meaning
When it's twilight on the trail,
During the peaceful evening on the path,
And I jog along,
And I move forward with ease,
The world is like a dream
Everything around me feels surreal,
And the ripple of the stream is my song
And the gentle sound of the flowing water is my melody
And I rest once more,
And I pause to relax again,
My ceiling is the sky
The sky above me is like my roof,
And the grass on which I lie is my floor
And the soft grass beneath me is like my ground
Never ever have a nickel in my jeans,
I never have any money in my pockets,
Never ever have a debt to pay,
I never owe anything to anyone,
Still I understand what real contentment means,
Yet I know the true meaning of happiness,
Guess I was born that way
I suppose I have always been this way
And my voice is still,
And my words are quiet,
Please plant this heart of mine
Please bury my heart,
Underneath the lonesome pine on the hill
Beneath the solitary pine tree on the hill
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: LOUIS ALTER, SIDNEY MITCHELL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
StrongJamal 2017
This is The best Fox Logo Orchestra ever! :D
Terrance Fisher
Violin lesson
Dimitris Lprs
The trumpet player in 0:09 looked the other trumpet players like "Why I haven't the theme?"😂😂😂
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lol
Jacek 4
Super za pomysły.
My My
Always loved that intro ..... great!
TCFfan123 YT
This is the best fanfare I heard in my life!
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Unbeatable Best Ever Played 👍👍👍👍
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Super Nagrane. Do logotypu Fox Timothy Templeton 2019-dziś