People Will Say We're In Love
Raymond Scott And His Orchestra Lyrics
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Why do the neighbors chatter all day, behind their doors?
I know a way to prove what they say is quite untrue.
Here is the gist, a practical list of "donts" for you.
Don't throw bouquets at me
Don't please my folks too much
Don't laugh at my jokes too muchPeople will say we're in love!
Don't sigh and gaze at me
Your sighs are so like mine
Your eyes mustn't glow like mine
People will say we're in love!
Don't start collecting things
Give me my rose and my glove.
Sweetheart they're suspecting things
People will say we're in love.
Don't praise my charm too much
Don't look so vain with me
Don't stand in the rain with me
People will say we're in love!
Don't take my arm too much
Don't keep your hand in mine
Your hand feels so grand in mine
People will say we're in love!
Don't dance all night with me
Till the stars fade from above.
They'll see it's alright with me
People will say we're in love.
The lyrics to Raymond Scott And His Orchestra's song "People Will Say We're In Love" express the frustration and defiance of the singers towards societal gossip and speculation about their relationship. The opening lines question why people feel the need to create stories linking their names together and why neighbors whisper behind closed doors. The singer is clearly bothered by the intrusive nature of others and wants to disprove the rumors circulating about their supposed romantic involvement.
The subsequent verses outline a set of "donts" or rules to adhere to in order to avoid fueling the gossip further. The singer advises their partner not to overly please their family, not to laugh too much at their jokes, and not to exhibit signs of affection that could be misconstrued by others. These directives serve as a defense mechanism against the judgmental eyes and wagging tongues of society, aiming to maintain a facade of indifference and detachment to quell any suspicions of love between them.
The repetition of phrases like "People will say we're in love" emphasizes the central theme of societal perceptions and the pressure to conform to social norms. The singers are acutely aware of how their actions and behaviors can be misinterpreted and are determined to defy the expectations placed upon them. The refusal to conform to expectations is a form of rebellion against societal constraints, as the singers assert their right to conduct their relationship on their own terms, free from the scrutiny of others.
The concluding lines hint at a sense of liberation and acceptance as the singers finally let go of their inhibitions and allow themselves to express their love openly. The defiance turns into a quiet defiance as they dance into the night, unbothered by the judgment of onlookers. The song ultimately conveys a message of empowerment and self-determination, celebrating the right to love freely and unapologetically in the face of societal scrutiny.
Line by Line Meaning
Why do they think up stories that link my name with yours?
Why do people gossip and create connections between us?
Why do the neighbors chatter all day, behind their doors?
Why are our neighbors so interested in our relationship?
I know a way to prove what they say is quite untrue.
I have a plan to show that their rumors are false.
Here is the gist, a practical list of 'dont's' for you.
Here are some guidelines to avoid giving the wrong impression.
Don't throw bouquets at me
Don't shower me with extravagant gestures.
Don't please my folks too much
Don't try too hard to impress my family.
Don't laugh at my jokes too much
Don't overdo it with laughter at my jokes.
People will say we're in love!
Others will assume we are romantically involved!
Don't sigh and gaze at me
Avoid exchanging longing looks and sighs with me.
Your sighs are so like mine
Your expressions of longing are too similar to mine.
Your eyes mustn't glow like mine
Don't let your eyes show the same intensity of emotion.
Don't start collecting things
Avoid accumulating sentimental items that hint at a deeper connection.
Give me my rose and my glove.
Stick to simple signs of affection, like a rose and a glove.
Sweetheart they're suspecting things
Others are starting to suspect a romantic relationship.
Don't praise my charm too much
Don't flatter me excessively about my appeal.
Don't look so vain with me
Don't act conceited when you're with me.
Don't stand in the rain with me
Avoid romantic gestures like standing together in the rain.
Don't take my arm too much
Don't show too much physical affection in public.
Don't keep your hand in mine
Don't hold hands constantly in a way that suggests intimacy.
Your hand feels so grand in mine
Your hand fits so perfectly in mine, but we must be careful.
Don't dance all night with me
Avoid dancing intimately for too long.
Till the stars fade from above.
Until the night ends.
They'll see it's alright with me
Others will understand that our relationship is innocent.
People will say we're in love.
Despite our efforts to stay platonic, others will still assume we're romantically involved.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Oscar Hammerstein Ii, Richard Rodgers
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