Music To Watch Girls By
Matt Monro Lyrics
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Eye to eye, they solemnly convene to make the scene
Which is the name of the game, watch a guy watch a dame on any street in town
Up and down and over and across, romance is boss
Guys talk "girl talk", it happens everywhere
Eyes watch girls walk with tender lovin' care
That makes the world go 'round
"What's that sound?" each time you hear a loud collective sigh
They're making music to watch girls by
Guys talk "girl talk", it happens everywhere
Eyes watch girls walk with tender lovin' care
It's keepin' track of the fact watching them watching back
That makes the world go 'round
"What's that sound?" each time you hear a loud collective sigh
They're making music to watch girls by
The boys watch the girls while the girls watch the boys who watch the girls go by
Eye to eye, they solemnly convene to make the scene
La la la la la la la la la
The lyrics of Matt Monro's song Music to Watch Girls By are an ode to the playful and carefree nature of romance. The song paints a picture of a bustling city, where boys and girls watch each other with mild fascination, making the scene of what can only be described as a never-ending game of flirtation. The lyrics "Up and down and over and across, romance is boss" speak to the idea that love is the driving force behind this constant attention on each other.
The song also highlights the idea that watching and being watched is a two-way street, where both parties are equally invested in the game. The lyrics "keeping track of the fact watching them watching back" shows an awareness of this dynamic, where each person is giving and receiving attention in equal measure.
The phrase "making music to watch girls by" is a cheeky reference to the idea that the collective sighs and whispers that are abound when watching girls walk by can be just as alluring and captivating as music. The song captures the playful essence of unrequited love, where the chase is just as enjoyable as the prize.
Line by Line Meaning
The boys watch the girls while the girls watch the boys who watch the girls go by
Observation is a game where both genders watch each other with keen interest on any street in town.
Eye to eye, they solemnly convene to make the scene
With a shared love of flirting and romance, they come together to create social interactions that matter.
Which is the name of the game, watch a guy watch a dame on any street in town
The whole point of it all is to watch and be watched as they revel in the thrill of courtship and seduction.
Up and down and over and across, romance is boss
No matter how complex or simple the path, love takes the lead in motivating each and every action.
Guys talk "girl talk", it happens everywhere
No matter the location, men engage in discussions about women with enthusiasm.
Eyes watch girls walk with tender lovin' care
Men observe women's movements and physical attributes with a gentle admiration and appreciation.
It's keepin' track of the fact watching them watching back
The enjoyment comes in noticing that women too are observing and appreciating men just as much.
That makes the world go 'round
This cycle of admiration, observation, and appreciation is what keeps the world spinning.
"What's that sound?" each time you hear a loud collective sigh
Whenever a group of people are captivated by the same visual stimulation, a collective sigh emerges.
They're making music to watch girls by
This sighing becomes its own kind of music, a soundtrack to the pleasure of watching attractive women.
La la la la la la la la la
The catchy tune repeats to emphasize the playful and lighthearted nature of the song's theme.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: SID RAMIN, TONY VELONA
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@sauquoit13456
On this day in 1967 {May 7th} Andy Williams' vocal version of "Music To Watch Girls By" peaked at #2 {for 1 week} on Billboard's Easy Listening Top 40 chart, for the week it was at #2, the #1 record for that week was "Somethin' Stupid" by Frank & Nancy Sinatra...
"Music To Watch Girls By" reached #34 {for 2 weeks} on Billboard's Hot Top 100 chart...
Between 1961 and 1976 the Wall Lake, Iowa native had forty four records on the Easy Listening/Adult Contemporary Tracks chart, nine made the Top 10 with three* reaching #1, "In The Arms of Love" for 2 weeks in 1966, "Happy Heart" for 2 weeks in 1969, and "(Where Do I Begin?) Love Story" for 2 weeks in 1971...
Howard Andrew Williams passed away at the age of 84 on September 25th, 2012...
May he R.I.P.
* He just missed having three more #1 records on the Easy Listening chart when his "Dear Heart" {1964}, the above "Music To Watch Girls By", and "More and More" {1967} all peaked at #2...
And from the 'For What It's Worth' department, the remainder of the Easy Listening Top 10 on May 7th, 1967:
At #3. "Making Memories" by Frankie Laine
#4. "Casino Royale" by Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass
#5. "This Is My song" by Petula Clark
#6. "Time Alone Will Tell" by Jerry Vale
#7. "Thoroughly Modern Millie" by Julie Andrews
#8. "Stop! and Think It Over" by Perry Como
#9. "Lay Some Happiness On Me" by Dean Martin
#10. "59th Street Bridge Street Song {Feelin' Groovy)" by Harpers Bizarre
Plus: the Bob Crew Generation's original version entered the Top 100 on January 8th, 1967 and six weeks later peaked at #15, Andy Williams's version debut on the Top 100 on March 19th, 1967...
@xopheoscarmike9458
The boys watch the girls while the girls watch the boys who watch the girls go by
Eye to eye, they solemnly convene to make the scene
Which is the name of the game, watch a guy watch a dame on any street in town
Up and down and over and across, romance is boss
Guys talk "girl talk", it happens everywhere
Eyes watch girls walk with tender lovin' care
It's keepin' track of the fact watching them watching back
That makes the world go 'round
"what's that sound? " each time you hear a loud collective sigh
They're making music to watch girls by
Guys talk "girl talk", it happens everywhere
Eyes watch girls walk with tender lovin' care
It's keepin' track of the fact watching them watching back
That makes the world go 'round
"what's that sound? " each time you hear a loud collective sigh
They're making music to watch girls by
The boys watch the girls while the girls watch the boys who watch the girls go by
Eye to eye, they solemnly convene to make the scene
La, la, la, la...
@stephenfryman
Andy Williams makes it look and sound so easy. One thing is for sure, there will never be another Andy Williams, or at least, during my lifetime. Rest in peace!
@gmoonster2
Such a smooth voice.
@izzok.5850
Thanks to Sonic Marble Zone.. Now I know about this masterpiece!
@arkenelias7264
Ha that's EXACTLY why I'm here lol
@jaggass
@@arkenelias7264 It's like the composer of Sonic 1 may as well made a 16 bit version of this.
@Allegedscroll
I always thought I was alone noticing that 😢 im so happy im not the only one 😂
@darrellpryor1653
Number one Album seller of the Sixties. Thanks for posting!!!! June 21 ,2023.
@audiophilenick
Andy deserved more credit. He did fantastic album after fantastic album in the sixties.
@havehope646
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