Stars Fell On Alabama
Richard Himber and his Orchestra Lyrics
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All the world a dream come true
Did it really happen, was I really there, was I really there with you?
We lived our little drama, we kissed in a field of white
And stars fell on Alabama last night
I can't forget the glamor, your eyes held a tender light
And stars fell on Alabama last night
A fairy land where no one else could enter
And in the center just you and me, dear
My heart beat like a hammer, my arms wound around you tight
And stars fell on Alabama last night
We lived our little drama, we kissed in a field of white
And stars fell on Alabama last night
I can't forget the glamor, your eyes held a tender light
And stars fell on Alabama last night
I never planned in my imagination a situation so heavenly
A fairy land where no one else could enter
And in the center just you and me, dear
My heart beat like a hammer, my arms wound around you tight
The lyrics to Richard Himber and his Orchestra's song "Stars Fell On Alabama" reflect a moment of pure and enchanting romance. The song paints a vivid picture of a dreamy night in Alabama where the stars fell from the sky, and the moonlight and magnolias created a magical atmosphere. The singer recounts a tender moment with their beloved where they shared a kiss in a field of white, and their eyes held a gentle light. The singer expresses disbelief that such a heavenly situation could ever occur, and their heart beats like a hammer as they hold their lover tight.
The song "Stars Fell On Alabama" captures a moment of pure and idyllic love that feels otherworldly. The lyrics conjure up the enchanting scenery of Alabama and imbue it with a romantic and dreamy aura. The singer's experience is one of intense joy, and the song's imagery evokes the sense of being transported to a magical and ethereal place. The song's focus on the beauty of the natural world, combined with the intimacy between two lovers, creates a timeless and timeless romantic mood that has captured the hearts of many listeners.
Line by Line Meaning
Moonlight and magnolia, starlight in your hair
The beautiful, serene setting with the moon and stars gave a picturesque view of the moment.
All the world a dream come true
The entire world seems like a dream made into reality, as if all of it was for these two people to be together.
Did it really happen, was I really there, was I really there with you?
The moment felt surreal and the singer is wondering if it all actually happened as he remembers it.
We lived our little drama, we kissed in a field of white
The couple had their own little romantic story where their love bloomed in a field with a snow-white backdrop.
And stars fell on Alabama last night
The enchanting night sky further intensified the romanticism of the intimate moment.
I can't forget the glamor, your eyes held a tender light
The singer never forgot the glamour of the evening and the tender light in his lover's eyes.
And stars fell on Alabama last night
The stars added an element of magic to the night.
I never planned in my imagination a situation so heavenly
The singer never imagined such a heavenly experience was possible, but it came true nonetheless.
A fairy land where no one else could enter
The moment felt like a secret fairytale world, just for the two of them to experience.
And in the center just you and me, dear
The center of this enchanting land was the love between the singer and his lover.
My heart beat like a hammer, my arms wound around you tight
The intensity of their love was palpable as the singer held his lover tightly and his heart beat with excitement.
And stars fell on Alabama last night
The stars added a magical touch to their special moment and made it unforgettable.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Frank Perkins, Mitchell Parish
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Swingman 56
Wonderful! The more I hear from Himber,the more I admire the great orchestra he maintained over the years.
Eric Patterson
In his day Richard Himber was what today we would call a rock star. I should know -- my father who was around then told me all about it. He and my mother (who he was dating then) danced to his music. Listen to that amazing arrangement and vocal by Joey Nash. By the way Himber was also an accomplished magician as well (inventor of the Himber Wallet to you professional magicians out there.) THANK YOU "the78prof" for bringing me such great memories!!
The78Prof
My pleasure!
Eric Patterson
@The78Prof Awesome. I'll be back and bring lots of big band fans with me. (I mean it, thanks for remembering we're out here.)
The78Prof
Thanks so much, Eric. Have you seen the Himber playlist over on my Rick Colom Collection channel? https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL13Bsg3xDscs9hWT18vLFS8SeQFuPc8QR
Eric Patterson
@The78Prof No. Many thanks.
Follower of Julian
The title appears to have been borrowed from the title of the 1934 book of the same name by Carl Carmer. It refers to a spectacular occurrence of the Leonid meteor shower that had been observed in Alabama in November 1833, "the night the stars fell." As reported by the Florence Gazette: "[There were] thousands of luminous bodies shooting across the firmament in every direction. There was little wind and not a trace of clouds, and the meteors succeeded each other in quick succession." https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stars_Fell_on_Alabama
Just Sara
Wow!
James Irwin
Thanks for the info, I'll have to take my sweetheart to that!
Michael Leventhal
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