Change Partners
Monia Liter & His Orchestra Lyrics
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You have danced with him since the music began.
Won't you change partners and dance with me?
Must you dance quite so close with your lips touching his face?
Can't you see
I'm longing to be in his place?
Won't you change partners and dance with me?
While you're alone,
I'll tell the waiter to tell
Him he's wanted on the telephone.
You've been locked in his arms ever since heaven knows when.
Won't you change partners and then,
You may never want to change partners again.
The lyrics to "Change Partners" by Monia Liter & His Orchestra capture the yearning and desire of a person who wants to be the dance partner of someone who has been dancing exclusively with another person. The first verse reflects the frustration and longing of the individual, questioning why the other person always dances with the same fortunate man since the beginning of the music. The repetition of the word "must" emphasizes the singer's frustration, implying a sense of inevitability in the other person's choice.
The second verse delves deeper into the singer's desire, expressing their longing to be in the position of the fortunate man, whose lips are close to the other person's face on the dance floor. The singer pleads for the other person to recognize their yearning and consider changing partners. This suggests that the singer believes they would be a worthy alternative, with the potential for a more fulfilling connection.
In the third verse, the singer devises a plan to create an opportunity for themselves to be alone with the person they desire. They ask the other person to ask their current dance partner to sit out, allowing the singer to approach and engage with them. The mention of telling the waiter to deliver a message about a phony phone call for the fortunate man adds a touch of mischievousness to the scene, implying that the singer is willing to go to great lengths to seize their chance.
The final verse reveals the longevity of the relationship between the other person and the fortunate man. The singer emphasizes the need for a change in partners, suggesting that by doing so, the other person may discover a new and lasting connection. The line "and then, you may never want to change partners again" implies that the singer believes they can offer a more fulfilling and lasting dance partnership, implying a potential for a deeper relationship beyond the dance floor.
Overall, the lyrics of "Change Partners" depict a yearning for a change in dance partners and the longing for a deeper connection. They convey a sense of frustration and desire, with the singer hoping for a chance to be the chosen partner and to create a lasting bond.
Line by Line Meaning
Must you dance every dance with the same fortunate man?
Do you really have to dance with the same lucky man for every dance?
You have danced with him since the music began.
You have been dancing with him since the beginning of the music.
Won't you change partners and dance with me?
Wouldn't you consider swapping partners and dance with me instead?
Must you dance quite so close with your lips touching his face?
Do you have to dance so intimately with your lips touching his face?
Can't you see I'm longing to be in his place?
Don't you see that I desire to be in his position?
Won't you change partners and dance with me?
Why don't you change partners and dance with me?
Ask him to sit this one out.
Request him to not participate in this particular dance.
While you're alone, I'll tell the waiter to tell him he's wanted on the telephone.
While you are by yourself, I will instruct the waiter to inform him that he is needed on the telephone.
You've been locked in his arms ever since heaven knows when.
You have been embraced by him since an uncertain period of time.
Won't you change partners and then, you may never want to change partners again.
Wouldn't you consider swapping partners, and after that, it's possible that you won't desire to change partners again.
Lyrics © IMAGEM U.S. LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: IRVING BERLIN
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@MattKlocke
His singing is phenomenal in this recording!
@thegoldenageofalbowlly2759
Totally agree
@anthonyfrew1571
Al Bowlly - a voice from Heaven - there is a piece on YouTube - Al Bowlly the Life That Never Was - strangely sad - but worth a look - this song sounds better than the version I have on CD
@thegoldenageofalbowlly2759
Hi Anthony, I've seen that video, I thought it was very clever 👍
@anthonyfrew1571
Yes, I agree @@thegoldenageofalbowlly2759
@masontatum5101
THE MAN OF THE HOUR HAS RETURNED ONCE AGAIN😄
@thegoldenageofalbowlly2759
😁👍
@masontatum5101
@@thegoldenageofalbowlly2759 is The Very Thought Of You by Al Bowlly still on your notes my friend I know so much work you have to do on these videos but I'm just wondering😄🤔😄
@thegoldenageofalbowlly2759
It sure is mason. Actually it won't be as long as I thought it would be I would say within the next 2 months 👈😁
@masontatum5101
@@thegoldenageofalbowlly2759ahhhh god I love your channel it has such splendid music😄