Romance
Paul Mauriat And His Orchestra Lyrics
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A fine romance, my friend, this is
We should be like a couple of hot tomatoes (to-mah-toes, dear)
But you're as cold as yesterday's mashed po-tah-toes (potatoes)
A fine romance, you won't nestle
A fine romance, you won't even wrestle
You've never mussed the crease in my blue serge pants
A fine romance, my good fellow
You take romance, I'll take Jello
You're calmer than the seals in the Arctic Ocean
At least they flap their fins to express emotion
A fine romance, my dear Duchess
Two old fogies, we really need crutches
You're just as hard to land as the Ile de France! (Fronce)
I haven't got a chonce (chance), this is a fine romance
A fine romance, my good woman
My strong, aged-in-the-wood woman
You never give those orchids I send a glance
They're just like cactus plants, (oh boy)
This is a fine romance!
The lyrics of the song "Romance" by Paul Mauriat and His Orchestra depict a sarcastic tone to a 'fine romance' that lacks passion and interest. The first verse of the song talks about how the couple would rather be like hot tomatoes but instead, one partner is cold as yesterday's mashed potatoes. The second verse further reveals the lack of passion as the partner doesn't even nestle or wrestle. The third verse compares the partner to the Arctic ocean seals who flap their fins to express emotion but the partner is as calm as the ocean. The final verse depicts the frustration of the partner who sends orchids that are overlooked, just like cactus plants.
The song "Romance" is a satirical view of a loveless romance that is more of a partnership than a passionate relationship. Throughout the song, the lyrics give sarcastic comparisons to add humor to the lack of romance. The song brings out a clever and sardonic sense of humor and offers a unique perspective on romance. It also offers a comical take on how the couple's romance is far from their expectation.
Line by Line Meaning
A fine romance with no kisses
This romance lacks intimacy
A fine romance, my friend, this is
Despite the lack of intimacy, this is still a good romance
We should be like a couple of hot tomatoes (to-mah-toes, dear)
We should be passionate like a pair of hot-blooded individuals
But you're as cold as yesterday's mashed po-tah-toes (potatoes)
But you lack passion and are as cold as yesterday's leftovers
A fine romance, you won't nestle
You won't snuggle or cuddle
A fine romance, you won't even wrestle
You won't even play-fight
You've never mussed the crease in my blue serge pants
You've never been close enough to mess up my clothing
You never take a chance, this is a fine romance
You never take risks, but this is still a decent romance
A fine romance, my good fellow
This is still a good romance, my friend
You take romance, I'll take Jello
You're not interested in romance but prefer something more fun and light-hearted
You're calmer than the seals in the Arctic Ocean
You're very calm and don't express much emotion
At least they flap their fins to express emotion
Even seals express more emotion than you do
A fine romance, my dear Duchess
This is still a good romance, my dear
Two old fogies, we really need crutches
We're both old and need support
You're just as hard to land as the Ile de France! (Fronce)
You're difficult to win over, akin to capturing a ship like the Ile de France
I haven't got a chonce (chance), this is a fine romance
I have no chance with you, but this is still a decent romance
A fine romance, my good woman
This is still a good romance, my dear woman
My strong, aged-in-the-wood woman
You're strong and have aged like fine wood
You never give those orchids I send a glance
You don't even acknowledge the orchids I send you
They're just like cactus plants, (oh boy)
To you, they're as unimportant as cactus plants
This is a fine romance!
Overall, this is still a good romance
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: Jerome Kern, Dorothy Fields
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Gustavo Guerrero
Simplemente hermosa
Suelen Ramos
Excelente versão do mestre Paul Mauriat.
Elias Alarcon
Música conmovedora la cual atrae gran felicidad, amor y ternura la cual llega hasta lo más profundo del corazon. En lo personal yo no me canso de oírla ya que para mi es un verdadero ARTE MUSICAL ¡ FELICIDADES!
Juan José Benitez
Realmente fascinante, emocionada.
beatriz perez deidda
Bellísimo tema. Y sublime la interpretación del Maestro Paul Mauriat.
Pets Au & Miau
Versão deslumbrante...❤
Helena Meira
Lindíssima essa música eu amava namorar ouvindo essa canção até hoje me bate uma saudade imensa daquele que Deus me deu como esposo mas que agora está no andar de cima é essa música é como se ele estivesse bem ao .eu lado😪😪😚
Jairo Chaves
Pure inspiration!!!!!
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