The Sheik of Araby
Noro Morales Lyrics


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"I'm the Sheik of Araby,
Your love belongs to me.
At night when you're asleep
Into your tent I'll creep.
The stars that shine above,
Will light our way to love.
You'll rule this land with me;




Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Noro Morales's song "The Sheik of Araby" are about a man who identifies himself as the Sheik of Araby, who has set his sights on a woman whose love he claims to own. The Sheik speaks about the woman's tent and how he will creep into it while she is sleeping. He promises her that together they will rule the land and their love will be illuminated by the stars that shine above them.


These lyrics paint a picture of a confident and commanding man who is driven by desire. The woman is depicted as being powerless to resist the Sheik's advances and submitting to his rule. The reference to the stars shows that the Sheik sees their love as being guided by a higher power, and that it is meant to be.


Overall, the song is a classic tale of love, desire, and power. It speaks to the idea that sometimes we find ourselves drawn to individuals who exhibit power and confidence, even when they may not be the best match for us.


Line by Line Meaning

I'm the Sheik of Araby
I am the leader and ruler of Araby


Your love belongs to me
I have your love and affection


At night when you're asleep
During the night, when you are sleeping


Into your tent I'll creep
I will sneak into your tent secretly


The stars that shine above
The stars in the sky


Will light our way to love
They will guide and lead us towards our love


You'll rule this land with me
You will become the ruler of this land along with me




Lyrics © HARRY B. SMITH COPYRIGHTS, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Ted Snyder, Harry B. Smith, Francis Wheeler

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Comments from YouTube:

MIGUEL ANGEL CORRÓ

QUE ELEGANCIA EL PIANO DE NORO MORALES.... ASI MISMO SE VESTIA... JE, UN GRAN PIANISTA... GRACIAS!!!!

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