Close To You
Oosterhuis Trijntje Lyrics
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Every time you are near
Just like me, they long to be
Close to you
Why do stars fall down from the sky?
Every time you walk by
Just like me, they long to be
On the day that you were born
And the angels got together
And decided to create a dream come true
So they sprinkled moon dust
In your hair of gold
And starlight in your eyes of blue
That is why all the girls in town
Follow you all around
Just like me, they long to be
Close to you
On the day that you were born
And the angels got together
And decided to create a dream come true
So they sprinkled moon dust
In your hair of gold
And starlight in your eyes of blue
That is why all the girls in town
Follow you all around
Just like me, they long to be
Close to you
Just like me, they long to be
Close to you
The lyrics of "Close to You" by Oosterhuis Trijntje explore the theme of infatuation and the desire to be near someone who holds a special place in your heart. The song poses two questions: why do birds suddenly appear every time the person the singer is referring to is near, and why do stars fall down from the sky every time this person walks by? The answer to both questions is the same: just like the singer, birds and stars long to be close to this person. The imagery used in these opening lines highlights the magical quality this person seems to possess, making them stand out from others.
The second stanza goes further back in time, to the day the person the singer is singing about was born. The angels, according to the song, gathered together to create a dream come true. They sprinkled moon dust in this person's hair of gold and starlight in their eyes of blue. The result of this heavenly intervention is that all the girls in town follow this person around. The singer repeats the chorus, emphasizing once again that they are not alone in their desire to be close to this person.
In sum, the lyrics of "Close to You" convey a sense of awe and admiration for someone who seems to have a radiant aura around them. The use of metaphors involving birds, stars, moon dust, and starlight creates a dream-like atmosphere that enhances the romantic nature of the song. The lyrics are simple yet effective in conveying the singer's feelings of infatuation and longing to be close to the person they are singing about.
Line by Line Meaning
Why do birds suddenly appear?
What is the reason that birds show up out of nowhere whenever you are near?
Every time you are near
Whenever you are close by
Just like me, they long to be
Similar to how I feel, they also have a strong desire to be
Close to you
Near you
Why do stars fall down from the sky?
What is the explanation for stars dropping from the sky?
Every time you walk by
Whenever you walk past
On the day that you were born
The day you were brought into this world
And the angels got together
In a celestial meeting
And decided to create a dream come true
They teamed up to manufacture a wish that would be granted
So they sprinkled moon dust
They scattered stardust
In your hair of gold
Into your bright and shiny hair
And starlight in your eyes of blue
And put the radiance of stars in your blue eyes
That is why all the girls in town
This is the reason why all the young women in the area
Follow you all around
Following you everywhere you go
Just like me, they long to be
Similar to how I feel, they too have a strong desire to be
Close to you
Near you
Just like me, they long to be
Similar to how I feel, they too have a strong desire to be
Close to you
Near you
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Burt Bacharach, Hal David
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
noel harte
Why do birds suddenly appear
Every time you are near?
Just like me, they long to be
Close to you
Why do stars fall down from the sky
Every time you walk by?
Just like me, they long to be
Close to you
On the day that you were born the angels got together
And decided to create a dream come true
So they sprinkled moon dust in your hair of gold
And starlight in your eyes of blue
That is why all the girls in town
Follow you all around
Just like me, they long to be
Close to you
On the day that you were born the angels got together
And decided to create a dream come true
So they sprinkled moon dust in your hair of gold
And starlight in your eyes of blue
That is why all the girls in town
Follow you all around
Just like me, they long to be
Close to you
Just like me, they long to be
Close to you
Wa, close to you
Wa, close to you
Ha, close to you
La, close to you
Osmar Borges Filho
Perto de Você
Por que os pássaros aparecem de repente
Toda vez que você está perto?
Assim como eu, eles querem estar
Perto de você...
Por que as estrelas desabam do céu
Toda vez que você passa?
Assim como eu, elas querem estar
Perto de você
No dia em que você nasceu
Os anjos se reuniram
E decidiram tornar um sonho realidade
Então eles espalharam poeira da lua em seus cabelos
E luz dourada das estrelas em seus olhos azuis
É por isso que todas as garotas da cidade
Seguem você, por toda parte
Assim como eu, elas querem estar
Perto de você
No dia em que você nasceu
Os anjos se reuniram
E decidiram tornar um sonho realidade
Então eles espalharam poeira da lua em seus cabelos dourados
E luz das estrelas em seus olhos azuis
É por isso que todas as garotas da cidade
Seguem você, por toda parte
Assim como eu, elas querem estar
Perto de você
Assim como eu, elas querem estar
Perto de você
Aah... Perto de você...
William Drijver
Trijntje was 37 years old at the time this concert was recorded. In her prime, both in terms of looks and her spectacular voice! Musical accompaniment by the wonderful Metropole (Pop & Jazz) Orchestra.
Tommy Toy
After listening to a few of her songs, I have suddenly become a Trijntje Oosterhuis fan. What an incredible voice, and stage presence
M
Tears in my eyes. How i miss Burt. Trainchs, you have worked with the master of music, my hero. He was very fond of you. I saw you together with Burt at the North Sea Jazz Festival. The chemistry between the two of you were great. Thank you Burt for all the amazing songs. R.I.P.
David Low
I'm amazed at Burt Bacharach music,he wrote a lot of beautiful songs, that will never fade away, when trijntje sings the songs of Burt Bacharach,it sounds amazing her voice is incredible.
Stuart Whitney
Wonderful rendition of the Burt Bacharach classic! Just beautiful!!
BRIGITTE ARBOLEDA
I'm so struck by Trijntje beautiful voice and the amazing rendition of the songs plus the wonderful orchestra..Bravo!
Christopher Gambol
I've always thought Bacharach's Close to You would make a great jazz style ballad, and here it is. Brava Trintje! A stunning vocal, a great arrangement for the band and beautifully shot. Class, style and soul.
LK
Couldn't agree w you more.
John Howard
Exactly!
John Howard
When I get my new car with a super fabulous stereo, I’m listening to her Bacharach recordings! Sweetness!