I'm Old Fashioned
Noël Coward Lyrics
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About the latest fads
I admit I was never one
Adored by local lads
Not that I ever try to be a saint
I'm the type that they classify as quaint
I'm old fashioned
I love the moonlight
The sound of rain
Upon a window pane
The starry song that April sings
This year's fancies
Are passing fancies
But sighing sighs holding hands
These my heart understands
I know I'm old fashioned
But I don't mind it
That's how I want to be
As long as you agree
To stay old fashioned with me
I'm old fashioned
But I don't mind it
That's how I want to be
As long as you agree
To stay old fashioned with me
Oh won't you stay old fashioned with me
Oh please stay old fashioned with me
Noel Coward's "I'm Old Fashioned" is a song about a person who prefers old-fashioned things, which are no longer trendy. The song opens with the singer's declaration that they are not up-to-date with the latest trends and have never been a hit with the cool kids. However, they do not aspire to be a saint and are content being labeled as 'quaint.' The singer cherishes the classic things over flashy modern ones. They love listening to the sound of raindrops on a window pane and the songs of the stars in April.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the singer's affection for the old-fashioned ways. They believe that current trends are just passing fancies, but things like holding hands and sighing sighs are eternal. They take pride in being old-fashioned, and it does not bother them as long as their partner is also ready to stay old-fashioned with them. The singer concludes the song by singing a plea, imploring their beloved to stay old-fashioned with them.
The central theme of "I'm Old Fashioned" is timeless love rooted in the old-fashioned ways. The song portrays nostalgia for the simplicity of an earlier time, and the enduring emotion that has no expiry date. Overall, the song is an ode to love and the virtues of the old-fashioned way of living in a constantly changing world.
Line by Line Meaning
I am not such a clever one
I am not particularly clever or knowledgeable
About the latest fads
I am not up to date on the most recent trends
I admit I was never one
I must acknowledge that I have never been
Adored by local lads
popular among young men in the area
Not that I ever try to be a saint
It's not as if I make an effort to be perfect
I'm the type that they classify as quaint
People usually describe me as charmingly old-fashioned
I'm old fashioned
My sensibilities align with a past era
I love the moonlight
I have a fondness for the light of the moon
I love the old fashioned things
I prefer things that were popular in the past
The sound of rain
Rainfall is a pleasing noise to me
Upon a window pane
Especially when it falls on a window and makes a rhythmic tapping
The starry song that April sings
The spring month of April brings with it a feeling of wonder that I cherish
This year's fancies
The current fascinations and trends
Are passing fancies
They will quickly lose popularity
But sighing sighs holding hands
Romantic gestures like holding hands and sharing heartfelt emotions are timeless and will always be cherished
These my heart understands
I inherently comprehend the significance of these simple romantic moments
I know I'm old fashioned
I understand that my tastes and preferences are out of step with modern times
But I don't mind it
I am content to embrace my old-fashioned ways
That's how I want to be
I have no desire to change
As long as you agree
As long as you share my values and preferences
To stay old fashioned with me
Then we can continue to appreciate and enjoy the timeless things together
Oh won't you stay old fashioned with me
I am expressing a desire for a like-minded partner
Oh please stay old fashioned with me
I am making a heartfelt request for a romantic companion who shares my interests
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Johnny Mercer, Jerome Kern
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