Medley
Ralph Sharon Lyrics
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Life can be a joy
But the note they end on
Will depend on
Little pleasures they will share
So let us compare
I like New York in June, how about you?
I love a fireside when a storm is due.
I like potato chips, moonlight and motor trips,
How about you?
I'm mad about good books, can't get my fill,
And Franklin Roosevelt's looks give me a thrill.
Holding hands at the movie show,
When all the lights are low
May not be new, but I like it,
How about you?
I like Jack Benny's jokes.
To a degree.
I love the common folks.
That includes me.
I like to window shop on 5th Avenue.
I like banana splits, late supper at the Ritz,
How about you?
I love to dream of fame, maybe I'll shine.
I'd love to see your name right beside mine.
I can see we're in harmony,
Looks like we both agree
On what to do,
And I like it, how about you?
The lyrics of "Medley" by Ralph Sharon describe the initial stages of a romantic relationship where the happiness will ultimately depend on the little pleasures that the couple shares. The song then transitions into a comparison of likes and preferences that the couple might have, trying to find common ground and areas where they agree. The singer makes it clear that they enjoy New York in June, and love listening to Gershwin. They also enjoy potato chips, taking road trips, and reading good books. The singer feels similarly about Franklin Roosevelt and enjoys holding hands in a dimly lit movie theater.
The second half of the song adds more of the singer's preferences to the mix including loving to laugh at Jack Benny's jokes, enjoying window shopping on 5th Avenue, eating banana splits, and dreaming of fame. The singer then concludes that they are in harmony with their partner and that they both agree on what it is they should be doing together.
Line by Line Meaning
When a girl meets boy
Meeting someone special can bring happiness
Life can be a joy
Being with the right person can make life more enjoyable
But the note they end on
The outcome of their relationship relies on their shared experiences
Will depend on
The quality of their relationship can influence their happiness
Little pleasures they will share
Sharing simple things together can bring joy to the relationship
So let us compare
Let's see if we share similar interests
I like New York in June, how about you?
I enjoy experiencing the city in the summer, do you?
I like a Gershwin tune, how about you?
I appreciate music by Gershwin, do you?
I love a fireside when a storm is due.
I find comfort by a fire during a storm, do you?
I like potato chips, moonlight and motor trips,
I enjoy eating potato chips, traveling by car at night, do you?
How about you?
Do you like these things too?
I'm mad about good books, can't get my fill,
I have a passion for reading, can't get enough
And Franklin Roosevelt's looks give me a thrill.
I find Franklin Roosevelt attractive
Holding hands at the movie show,
Togetherness during a movie can be enjoyable
When all the lights are low
The dimmed lighting can create a romantic atmosphere
May not be new, but I like it,
It's not a new concept, but I still enjoy it
I like Jack Benny's jokes.
I appreciate the humor of Jack Benny
To a degree.
I only like some of his jokes
I love the common folks.
I appreciate ordinary people
That includes me.
I consider myself one of the common folks
I like to window shop on 5th Avenue.
I enjoy browsing stores on 5th Avenue
I like banana splits, late supper at the Ritz,
I enjoy eating banana splits and having late night meals at the Ritz
How about you?
Do you like these things too?
I love to dream of fame, maybe I'll shine.
I like to imagine becoming famous and successful
I'd love to see your name right beside mine.
I would like to share my successes with you
I can see we're in harmony,
Our interests seem to align
Looks like we both agree
It seems like we share similar interests
On what to do,
We have common ideas about what we enjoy
And I like it, how about you?
I enjoy our shared interests, do you?
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CAROLINE KAWA
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