I'll Be Your Baby Tonight
Norah Jones Lyrics


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Close your eyes, close the door
You don't have to worry anymore
'Cause I'll be your baby tonight

Shut the lights and shut the shade
You don't have to be afraid
'Cause I'll be your baby tonight
Well, that mockingbird is gonna sail away
We're gonna forget it

That big fat moon
Is gonna shine like a spoon
We're gonna let it
You won't regret it

Kick your shoes off
And don't you fear
Bring that bottle over here
'Cause I'll be your baby tonight

Well, that mockingbird is gonna sail away
We're gonna forget it

That big fat moon
Is gonna shine like a spoon
We're gonna let it
You won't regret it

Kick your shoes off
And don't you fear
Bring that bottle over here
'Cause I'll be your baby tonight





'Cause I'll be your baby tonight
I'll be your baby tonight

Overall Meaning

The song "I'll Be Your Baby Tonight" by Norah Jones is a comforting love song that speaks of a deep desire for intimacy and protection. The opening verses invite the listener to close their eyes and shut the door, assuring them that they will no longer have to worry because the singer will be their baby for the night. The lines "Shut the lights and shut the shade, You don't have to be afraid" further reinforce this message of safety and comfort. The repetitive use of the phrase "I'll be your baby tonight" is soothing and conveys a sense of emotional security that is highly valuable in a relationship.


The second verse speaks of forgetting troubles and luxuriating in the beauty of nature. The singer suggests that the listener forget the mockingbird that's causing distress because they can trust that everything will be alright. The phrase "That big fat moon is gonna shine like a spoon" is a clever expression of the beauty of the moon, casting its light over the world. The singer reassures the listener that they won't regret letting go of their worries and just enjoying the moment. The final lines of the song echo the first, with the singer reiterating that they will be the listener's baby for the night. Overall, "I'll Be Your Baby Tonight" is a sweet, comforting song that expresses the desire for intimacy and security in a relationship.


Line by Line Meaning

Close your eyes, close the door
Shut out the world and all its noise and distraction.


You don't have to worry anymore
You can let go of your worries and trust in me to take care of you.


'Cause I'll be your baby tonight
I'll be the one who cares for you and looks after you, just like a baby.


Shut the lights and shut the shade
Create a safe and intimate space just for us.


You don't have to be afraid
You can trust me to keep you safe and protected.


Well, that mockingbird is gonna sail away
We'll forget about the outside world and all its troubles.


We're gonna forget it
We won't let anything else interfere with this moment.


That big fat moon
The moon is a symbol of the beauty in the world.


Is gonna shine like a spoon
It will light up our world like a spoon illuminates a face.


We're gonna let it
We're going to allow ourselves to enjoy this moment and not worry about anything else.


You won't regret it
You'll be glad that we took the time to relax and enjoy this moment together.


Kick your shoes off
Get comfortable and relax.


And don't you fear
You don't need to worry about anything while you're with me.


Bring that bottle over here
Let's share a drink and unwind together.


'Cause I'll be your baby tonight
I'll take care of you and make sure you feel protected and loved.


I'll be your baby tonight
I'll be there for you whenever you need me - just like a baby.




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Written by: Bob Dylan

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Laurylie Polito

Close your eyes, close the door
You don't have to worry any more
'Cause I'll be your baby tonight
Shut the lights and shut the shade
You don't have to be afraid
'Cause I'll be your baby tonight
Well, that mockingbird's gonna sail away
We're gonna forget it
That big fat moon
Is gonna shine like a spoon
But we're gonna let it
You won't regret it
Kick your shoes off
And don't you fear
Bring that bottle over here
'Cause I'll be your baby tonight
Well, that mockingbird's gonna sail away
We're gonna forget it
That big fat moon
Is gonna shine like a spoon
But we're gonna let it
You won't regret it
Kick your shoes off
And don't you fear
Bring that bottle over here
'Cause I'll be your baby tonight
'Cause I'll be your baby tonight
'Cause I'll be your baby tonight, tonight



tropicwave1

I'll Be Your Baby Tonight
Norah Jones

Close your eyes, close the door
You don't have to worry any more
'Cause I'll be your baby tonight
Shut the lights and shut the shade
You don't have to be afraid
'Cause I'll be your baby tonight
Well, that mockingbird's gonna sail away
We're gonna forget it
That big fat moon
Is gonna shine like a spoon
But we're gonna let it
You won't regret it
Kick your shoes off
And don't you fear
Bring that bottle over here
'Cause I'll be your baby tonight
Well, that mockingbird's gonna sail away
We're gonna forget it
That big fat moon
Is gonna shine like a spoon
But we're gonna let it
You won't regret it
Kick your shoes off
And don't you fear
Bring that bottle over here
'Cause I'll be your baby tonight
'Cause I'll be your baby tonight
'Cause I'll be your baby tonight, tonight

Songwriters: Bob Dylan
I'll Be Your Baby Tonight lyrics © Bob Dylan Music Co.



Aljssa Alj

Norah Jones=  "I’ll be your baby tonight "
Sarò la tua bambina stanotte. 💕💕

“Chiudi i tuoi occhi, chiudi la porta
non devi più preoccuparti
perché sarò la tua piccola stanotte
Spegni la luce, chiudi la persiana
non devi aver paura
perché sarò la tua piccola stanotte
Staremo bene quella tristezza  veleggerà via
la dimenticheremo
quella grande luna grande
brillerà come un cucchiaio
ma noi la lasceremo stare
non te ne pentirai
Togliti le scarpe
e non aver paura
porta qui quella bottiglia
perché sarò la tua piccola stanotte
Staremo Bene,quella tristezza veleggerà via
la dimenticheremo
quella grande luna grande
brillerà come un cucchiaio
ma noi la lasceremo stare
non te ne pentirai
Togliti le scarpe
e non aver paura
porta qui quella bottiglia
perché sarò la tua piccola stanotte
perché sarò la tua piccola stanotte
perché sarò la tua piccola stanotte, stanotte”.🎵🎶🎶



All comments from YouTube:

Maka V-Fdez

In those heavy days, listen to Norah make relax and feel happy thinking in a perfect world. She's my happy pill.

johnniedig

You know that beautiful, bittersweet feeling when you discover something new to you and you suddenly feel like you've been missing out on a wonderful part of life? That just happened to me with Norah Jones' music.

Shirley Perkins

The most soulful voice, just honest & true, , love love this artist!

Dan Perls

Norah jones. a voz angelical, na doce sinfonia dos anjos ouvi-la,é está em outra dimensão!!

Chandani Silva

Awesome cover, love her voice.

oberlepa

I think Norah Jones belongs in that rare class of singer/songwriters who are also great interpreters of the songs of others. She does what only Willie Nelson, Lyle Lovett, and only a few others can do.

Carmin Du Preez

In LOVE with her voice!!!

Taralee Cosstick

Beautiful cover, I really enjoyed singing it in Norah's laid back style :)

2726999

Listening to Norah is like swimming in an ocean of ecstasy. Love you Nora Jones.

Here0nMars

Norah Jones!!! Great voice, great talent. Love Love Love this song (among so many others) :)

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