Tennessee Waltz
Roy Acuff & His Smoky Mountain Boys Lyrics
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When an old friend, I happened to see
I introduced him to my loved one and while they were dancing
My friend stole my sweetheart from me
I remember the night and the Tennessee Waltz
Only you know how much I have lost
Yes, I lost my little darling the night they were playing
I was dancing with my darling to the Tennessee Waltz
When an old friend, I happened to see
I introduced him to my loved one and while they were dancing
My friend stole my sweetheart from me
I remember the night and the Tennessee Waltz
Only you know how much I have lost
Yes, I lost my little darling the night they were playing
That beautiful Tennessee Waltz
The lyrics of the song "Tennessee Waltz" tell the story of a betrayal. The singer is happily dancing with his beloved to the Tennessee Waltz when he spots an old friend. He introduces this friend to his sweetheart, only to have his friend steal her away from him while they were dancing. The line "Only you know how much I have lost" emphasizes the deep pain and sadness the singer feels from losing his love.
The song uses the Tennessee Waltz as a symbol of the happy memories the singer once shared with his sweetheart. But now, the same dance becomes a painful reminder of his lost love. The singer's heartbreak is emphasized by the mournful tone of the song.
Interestingly, even though the song is about heartbreak and betrayal, it became incredibly popular and beloved by many. It is a classic song that has stood the test of time and has been recorded by numerous artists over the years. Despite the sorrowful subject matter, the upbeat and catchy melody of the song has made it a favorite among dancers and music lovers alike.
Line by Line Meaning
I was dancing with my darling to the Tennessee Waltz
I was enjoying a moment of love and happiness with my partner dancing to the Tennessee Waltz
When an old friend, I happened to see
Suddenly, I saw an old acquaintance of mine
I introduced him to my loved one and while they were dancing
I introduced him to my partner and they began dancing together
My friend stole my sweetheart from me
My friend took my partner away from me while we were dancing
I remember the night and the Tennessee Waltz
I can't forget that night nor the music of the Tennessee Waltz
Only you know how much I have lost
No one else can understand how much I've suffered from my loss
Yes, I lost my little darling the night they were playing
I lost the person I loved dearly that night when they played the Tennessee Waltz
That beautiful Tennessee Waltz
It was a beautiful song, but it reminds me of the painful memory of losing my love
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: PEE WEE KING, REDD STEWART
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Johnathon Mills
Heard this on the Bryan and Vinny Show. Love this song