After her untimely death at age 43, music critic Terry Teachout wrote, "Nancy’s unabashedly romantic performances of the old-fashioned songs she loved were nonetheless bringing her, after a quarter-century of scuffling, the kind of national exposure no other baby-boom cabaret artist had yet received. When she died, she was on the verge of real fame—not the small-time celebrity of a New York club singer, but something bigger and more far-reaching."
She released five albums.
Moondance
Nancy LaMott Lyrics
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It's a marvelous night
For a moondance
With the stars
Up above in your eyes
A fantabulous night
To make romance
'Neath the cover
And all the leaves
On the trees are falling
To the sound
Of the breezes that blow
And I'm trying
To please to the calling
Of your heart-strings
That play soft and low
And all the night's magic
Seems to whisper and hush
And all the soft moonlight
Seems to shine in your blush
[Chorus]
Can I just have
One more moondance
With you
Can I just make
Some more romance
With you
Well
It's a marvelous night
For a moondance
With the stars
Up above in your eyes
A fantabulous night
To make romance
'Neath the cover
Of October skies
And all the leaves
On the trees are falling
To the sound
Of the breezes that blow
And I'm trying
To please to the calling
Of your heart-strings
That play soft and low
And all the night's magic
Seems to whisper and hush
And all the soft moonlight
Seems to shine in your blush
[Chorus]
Well I wanna make love
To you tonight
I can't wait
Till the morning has come
And I know
That the time is just right
And straight into my arms
You will run
And when you come my heart
Will be waiting
To make sure
That you're never alone
There and then
All my dreams
Will come true, dear
There and then I
Will make you my own
And everytime I touch you
You just tremble inside
And I know how much
You want me
That you can't hide
[Chorus]
Can I just have
One more moondance
With you
The song "Moondance" by Nancy LaMott is a romantic ballad about a couple spending a magical night together under the stars and the moon. The first verse sets the tone for the song, describing the beauty of the night and the romance that can be felt in the air. The second verse continues the same sentiment, emphasizing the falling leaves and the soft breezes blowing.
The chorus repeats the plea for one more "moondance" and the desire to make more romance with the person they are singing to. The third verse brings in the desire for physical intimacy, expressing a need to make love to the person they are with. The lyrics paint a picture of a perfect moment, where everything is aligned, and the couple can enjoy each other's company without any distractions.
Overall, "Moondance" is a beautifully written song that captures the essence of a perfect romantic moment. The lyrics are poetic and descriptive, allowing the listener to imagine themselves in that moment.
Line by Line Meaning
Well
An excited exclamation and indication of the marvelous moments that are to follow.
It's a marvelous night
The present moment is filled with magical energy and wonder.
For a moondance
The experience of dancing beneath the moonlight is the perfect way to fully embrace the moment's magic.
With the stars
The glittering light of the stars reflect in the other person's eyes, creating a dazzling sight.
Up above in your eyes
The other person's eyes reflect the magic of the night sky and evokes feelings of desire.
A fantabulous night
An incredible night in which an unforgettable memory can be created.
To make romance
An invitation to share in a romantic experience with the other person.
'Neath the cover
Under the covering of nature and the night sky evokes a sense of intimacy and closeness.
Of October skies
The cold breeze of October brings unique energy to this magical night.
And all the leaves
The trees on this wonderful night are shedding their leaves which create the perfect ambiance for the moment.
On the trees are falling
As the cold breeze blows, the leaves fall which evoke a sense of poetic beauty.
To the sound
The silence of the night is deafening, save for the sound of the breeze and the rustle of the leaves.
Of the breezes that blow
The environment gives off a refreshing sensation that ignites a spark between the two people.
And I'm trying
The overwhelming feeling of having to impress and satisfy the other person's desires is intense.
To please to the calling
Responding to the other person's silent requests which are declared through mild gestures and postures.
Of your heart-strings
The romantic feelings; unspoken emotions that are stirred within the other person's heart.
That play soft and low
The music that is emanating from the other person's heart; a gentle, subtle sound.
And all the night's magic
The enchanting feeling that anything is possible on a magical night such as this.
Seems to whisper and hush
The silent messaging that emanates from a quiet night which evokes a calming feeling.
And all the soft moonlight
The moon's light is gentle and soft and perfectly illuminates the moment's beauty.
Seems to shine in your blush
The other person's face becomes flushed as their passion and desire increases.
[Chorus]
The repetition of the song's chorus reiterates the song's overarching message of love and romance.
Well I wanna make love
There is a desire to make passionate love to the other person.
To you tonight
The desire for an immediate and intense passion which cannot wait until morning.
I can't wait
The excitement of the moment builds up an uncontrollable urge to proceed with what he desires.
Till the morning has come
The eagerness and intensity of his desire shall hold until the break of a new morning.
And I know
The assurance that everything is ok and that he is doing the right thing.
That the time is just right
The moment when everything is aligned perfectly, and there can be no hesitation.
And straight into my arms
Invitation to come directly into his open arms.
You will run
An expression of passion and excitement; the other person will be overcome with passion and rush into his arms.
And when you come my heart
The open welcome that will be extended to the other person, with lots of love in his heart.
Will be waiting
The eagerness and anticipation of having the other person join him in the magical moment.
To make sure
His primary goal to ensure that the other person is satisfied and happy with the experience.
That you're never alone
An invitation to become one person, which denotes that they will never have to be alone.
There and then
At that precise moment, there shall be no hesitations, and everything will proceed smoothly and decisively.
All my dreams
All the romantic dreams he has ever had, can now come true in this magical moment.
Will come true, dear
Romantic dreams can now come true with the other person being present by his side in this magical evening.
And everytime I touch you
Every time he touches the other person, an innate desire comes over them.
You just tremble inside
The effect of his touch is so overwhelming that the other person trembles from his touch.
And I know how much
He can feel the passion and desire that the other person has for him.
You want me
The passion of the moment is mutual, where he and the other person share the same feeling.
That you can't hide
The desire emanating from the other person is so intense that it can't be hidden anymore.
[Chorus]
The repetition of the song's chorus reiterates the song's overarching message of love and romance.
Can I just have
An expression of passion and desire for one more experience of this magical night.
Some more romance
An invitation to continue experiencing the romance and passion of the night in the future together.
With you
An expression of desire for continued romance with the other person.
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, Royalty Network, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Van Morrison
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