Yesterdays
Miles Davis and His Orchestra Lyrics
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I'd listened to the radio
Waitin' for my favorite songs
Waiting they played I'd sing along
Those were such happy times
And not so long ago
How I wondered where they'd gone
But they're back again
Just like a long lost friend
All the songs I loved so well
(*) every sha-la-la-la
Every wo-wo-wo
Still shines
Every shing-a-ling-a-ling
That they're starting to sing's
So fine
When they get to the part
Where he's breakin' her heart
It can really make me cry
Just like before
It's yesterday once more
Lookin' back on how it was
In years gone by
And the good times that I had
Makes today seem rather sad
So much has changed
It was songs of love that
I would sing to then
And I'd memorize each word
Those old melodies
Still sound so good to me
As they melt the years away
Repeat (*)
All my best memories
Come back clearly to me
Some can even make me cry
Just like before
It's yesterday once more
The lyrics of "Yesterdays" by Miles Davis and His Orchestra reflect on the singer's nostalgia for a time when they were young and carefree. The mention of listening to the radio and waiting for their favorite songs to come on evokes a sense of innocence and simplicity from the past. The act of singing along to these songs brought joy and happiness to the singer, highlighting the power of music to uplift the spirit.
The lyrics delve into the theme of longing for the past, wondering where those happy times have disappeared to. The return of these beloved songs feels like a reunion with a long-lost friend, sparking memories of the songs that were cherished and deeply ingrained in the singer's heart. The nostalgic references to "sha-la-la-la" and "wo-wo-wo" capture the timeless nature of music and its ability to evoke emotions that transcend time.
The emotional impact of music is further emphasized as the singer recalls the bittersweet moments captured in the lyrics of the songs, particularly when it describes heartbreak. The power of music to evoke tears and stir up emotions is likened to revisiting the past and experiencing it all over again. The phrase "yesterday once more" encapsulates the sentiment of yearning to relive moments that have since passed.
The lyrics also reflect on the passage of time and the contrast between the memories of the past and the reality of the present. The nostalgia for the good times gone by creates a poignant contrast with the current state of things, leading to a mix of emotions where some memories bring joy while others bring sorrow. The enduring appeal of old melodies and their ability to transport the singer back in time underscores the timeless quality of music and its ability to evoke powerful emotions and memories.
Line by Line Meaning
When I was young
Reflecting on my youth and the nostalgia that comes with it
I'd listened to the radio
I spent my time listening to music on the radio
Waitin' for my favorite songs
Anticipating the songs that brought me joy
Waiting they played I'd sing along
Singing along to the music as it played
It made me smile
Music brought happiness to my life
Those were such happy times
Reminiscing on the joyful moments in the past
And not so long ago
It feels like it was just yesterday
How I wondered where they'd gone
Curiosity about where those happy times have disappeared to
But they're back again
The return of those nostalgic memories
Just like a long lost friend
Reuniting with something familiar like an old friend
All the songs I loved so well
Remembering the music that I cherished
Every sha-la-la-la
The catchy tunes that stick in my memory
Every wo-wo-wo
The emotional impact of the music that resonates with me
Still shines
The enduring brilliance of those songs
Every shing-a-ling-a-ling
The rhythmic beats that captivate me
That they're starting to sing's
The beginning of the music that carries me away
So fine
The exquisite beauty of the melodies
When they get to the part
Reaching the emotional climax of the song
Where he's breakin' her heart
Feeling the heartbreak portrayed in the music
It can really make me cry
The power of music to evoke strong emotions
Just like before
Transported back to that emotional state
It's yesterday once more
Reliving the past through the music
Lookin' back on how it was
Reflecting on past experiences
In years gone by
Thinking about the passage of time
And the good times that I had
Recalling the happy memories
Makes today seem rather sad
Noting the contrast between past and present
So much has changed
Acknowledging the changes over time
It was songs of love that
The music that spoke to matters of the heart
I would sing to then
Singing along to express my feelings
And I'd memorize each word
Committing the lyrics to memory
Those old melodies
The classic tunes that remain timeless
Still sound so good to me
Appreciating the enduring appeal of the music
As they melt the years away
The music's ability to transport me back in time
All my best memories
Recalling the most cherished moments
Come back clearly to me
Vividly remembering those special times
Some can even make me cry
The emotional impact of certain memories
It's yesterday once more
Reliving the past through the power of music
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JIM MUNDY, PEGGY WHITE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@zekayman
What a beautiful song. It brings such a feeling of nostalgia.
@nunoportodesantos7514
Eu também. E como...
@zekayman
No hablo Espanol mi amigo.
@1933Christian
Only the exquisite melody destroys debris of fear and gives peace to our senses. They are temples of art experiencing a sense of admiration for so great creation.
@MrStaringatthesun
magnificent. every note that miles hits in this one rips straight into my heart... in a good way.
@sidneystonewalker7882
Music that gets straight to your soul...
@kimpaterson976
Miles had a beautiful heart. bless you Miles xxxxx
@pipharper2963
yes he did :)
@movb100
Que talento, meu DEUS! Parece um sonho divino....
@nauj323
El frío de la soledad me invade, tu recuerdo lo tengo presente todo el tiempo, y es el tiempo lo que quisiera devolver ... esa es la sensacion cuando toco una balada de jazz, cada arrastre de las escobillas es eterno como si acariciara suavemente tu rostro..