Mantovani was born in Venice, Italy and his father was the concertmaster of La Scala orchestra under Arturo Toscanini. His family moved to England in 1912, where he studied at Trinity College of Music in London. After graduation, he formed his own orchestra, which played in and around Birmingham. By the time World War II broke out, his orchestra was one of the most popular in England, both on the BBC and in live performances.
The Sea
Mantovani & His Orchestra Lyrics
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You've got me in between the devil and the deep blue sea
I forgive you, 'cause I can't forget you
You've got me in between the devil and the deep blue sea
[Repeat: x2]
I ought to cross you off my list
But when you come a-knocking at my door
And I come running back for more
I should hate you, but I guess I love you
You've got me in between the devil and the deep blue sea
You've got me in between the devil and the deep blue sea
The devil and the deep blue sea
The lyrics of Mantovani & His Orchestra's song "The Sea" delve into the complexity of a tumultuous relationship where the singer is torn between conflicting emotions. The opening lines "I don't want you, but I'd hate to lose you" illustrate the internal conflict of simultaneously feeling drawn to and repelled by the person in question. This juxtaposition sets the stage for a narrative of emotional turmoil and indecision.
The imagery of being "in between the devil and the deep blue sea" captures the feeling of being trapped in a difficult situation with no easy way out. The devil symbolizes temptation and danger, while the deep blue sea represents uncertainty and risk. The singer acknowledges the struggle of being caught in a precarious position where neither choice seems entirely favorable or safe.
The lyrics convey a sense of resignation and forgiveness towards the object of affection, despite acknowledging past hurts. The line "I forgive you, 'cause I can't forget you" reflects the internal conflict of wanting to move on but finding it difficult to let go of the emotional attachment. This emotional entanglement keeps the singer in a state of limbo, unable to fully break free from the pull of the relationship.
The repeated refrain emphasizes the cyclical nature of the singer's emotions, as they oscillate between wanting to distance themselves from the person ("I ought to cross you off my list") and being unable to resist their allure ("And I come running back for more"). The push and pull dynamic portrayed in the lyrics mirrors the complexities of love and the struggle to break free from a toxic or unhealthy relationship. Ultimately, the singer is left torn between conflicting feelings of love and resentment, symbolized by being "in between the devil and the deep blue sea."
Line by Line Meaning
I don't want you, but I'd hate to lose you
I don't have feelings for you, but I fear losing you
You've got me in between the devil and the deep blue sea
I am feeling torn between two difficult choices
I forgive you, 'cause I can't forget you
I choose to forgive you because I cannot erase you from my memory
I ought to cross you off my list
I should remove you from my life
But when you come a-knocking at my door
However, when you come back into my life
Fate seems to give my heart a twist
It seems like destiny plays tricks on my emotions
And I come running back for more
And I find myself returning to you
I should hate you, but I guess I love you
I should despise you, but it appears that I still have feelings for you
You've got me in between the devil and the deep blue sea
I am caught in a difficult situation with no easy way out
You've got me in between the devil and the deep blue sea
I am feeling torn between two difficult choices
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, S.A. MUSIC, BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, MUSIC.INFO FINLAND OY, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Harold Arlen, Ted Koehler
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@teresacristina6552
Magnífica, esplêndida, sublime! Amo La Mer!
@brucemaclennan9879
Music made in heaven! I've yet to hear an orchestra that can better Mantovani.
@polmartin14
I love the Mantovani's music! 👍🏻
@vitalianotiberia2938
La canzone è splendida; Mantovani la rende immortale !
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Ô VITALINO, OPORTUNIDADE MESMO, E ÚNICA. QUE INTERPRE ESPLÉNDIDA, BELÍSSIMA! GOSTO DO MEXICANO ERNESTO CORTAZAR , OUÇA PRA TÚ VER E SONHAR!
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@KCC1956
please, take me back to this moment in time, when music was music,really makes the soul feel good listening to this beautiful music, unlike the noise we have to put up with today