A Lovely Night
Ryan Gosling & Emma Stone Lyrics
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The lights are turning on
A silver shine that stretches to the sea
We've stumbled on a view
That's tailor-made for two
What a shame those two are you and me
Would love this swirling sky
But there's only you and I
And we've got no shot
This could never be
You're not the type for me (really?)
And there's not a spark in sight
What a waste of a lovely night
You say there's nothing here?
Well, let's make something clear
I think I'll be the one to make that call (but you'll call?)
And though you looked so cute
In your polyester suit (it's wool)
You're right, I'd never fall for you at all
And maybe this appeals
To someone not in heels
Or to any girl who feels
There's some chance for romance
But, I'm frankly feeling nothing
Is that so?
Or it could be less than nothing
Good to know, so you agree?
That's right
What a waste of a lovely night
Ryan Gosling's song A Lovely Night is a poignant portrayal of two people who are clearly not suited for each other. The sun is setting, the lights are turning on, and a silver shine is spreading from the sky to the sea. The two protagonists stumble upon a view that's perfect for them, but unfortunately, they are the ones who were not meant to be. The lyrics indicate that they both could have enjoyed the view, but the problem was that they were not able to find a spark between them.
The singer then goes on to suggest that the other person is not even his/her type, while the other person interjects and disputes it. However, the singer insists that nothing would happen between them. The song then comes to a poignant conclusion of feeling nothing and wasting a beautiful night.
The lyrics of this song describe the frustration and the nuances of feeling out of place with someone. The song is beautifully performed by Ryan Gosling in the movie La La Land, where it holds a special significance in relation to the characters' lives.
Line by Line Meaning
The sun is nearly gone
The day is coming to an end
The lights are turning on
The streets are illuminated as it gets dark
A silver shine that stretches to the sea
The lights reflect a silver glow on the water
We've stumbled on a view
We've come across a beautiful sight by chance
That's tailor-made for two
It's perfect for a couple
What a shame those two are you and me
It's unfortunate that we are the ones here
Some other girl and guy
Another couple
Would love this swirling sky
They would appreciate the beauty of the sky
But there's only you and I
However, we are the only ones here
And we've got no shot
We don't have a chance at a romantic relationship
This could never be
We are not compatible for a relationship
You're not the type for me (really?)
You don't fit my ideal partner
And there's not a spark in sight
There is no chemistry between us
What a waste of a lovely night
It's disappointing that we can't enjoy this beautiful moment together
You say there's nothing here?
You don't see anything special between us
Well, let's make something clear
Let me clarify my intentions
I think I'll be the one to make that call (but you'll call?)
I will take the initiative in pursuing a relationship
And though you looked so cute
Despite your attractiveness
In your polyester suit (it's wool)
In your outfit (regardless of its material)
You're right, I'd never fall for you at all
You're correct, I wouldn't develop feelings for you
And maybe this appeals
Perhaps this would be suitable
To someone not in heels
For someone who doesn't wear high heels
Or to any girl who feels
Or for any girl who thinks
There's some chance for romance
That there is a possibility for a romantic relationship
But, I'm frankly feeling nothing
However, I don't feel anything towards you
Is that so?
Is that your understanding?
Or it could be less than nothing
Or it could be worse than having no feelings at all
Good to know, so you agree?
It's nice to have understanding between us, don't you think?
That's right
Yes, that's correct
What a waste of a lovely night
It's unfortunate that this beautiful evening had no potential for romance
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Justin Hurwitz, Benj Pasek, Justin Noble Paul
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@sometimeonyoutube9568
Angel- Movie and Marvel Maniac. This is favourite haha
You should watch some Bollywood movie like
1)dilwaly dulaniya le jayege
2)aryaa
3)hamti Sharma ki dulaniya (part 1
and 2)
4)veer Zara
5)namaste London
And so on
Then decide "this one is favourite scenes"
@albahernandezgracia7319
Gosling, Emma Stone
The sun is nearly gone
The lights are turning on
A silver shine that stretches to the sea
We've stumbled on a view
That's tailor-made for two
What a shame those two are you and me
Some other girl and guy
Would love this swirling sky
But there's only you and I
And we've got no shot
This could never be
You're not the type for me
Really?
And there's not a spark in sight
What a waste of a lovely night
You say there's nothing here?
Well, let's make something clear
I think I'll be the one to make that call
But you'll call?
And though you looked so cute
In your polyester suit
It's wool
You're right, I'd never fall for you at all
And maybe this appeals
To someone not in heels
Or to any girl who feels
There's some chance for romance
But, I'm frankly feeling nothing
Is that so?
Or it could be less than nothing
Good to know
So you agree?
That's right
What a waste of a lovely night
@user-rp6yc5hg6w
The sun is nearly gone
The lights are turning on
A silver shine that stretches to the sea
We've stumbled on a view
That's tailor-made for two
What a shame those two are you and me
Some other girl and guy
Would love this swirling sky
But there's only you and I
And we've got no shot
This could never be
You're not the type for me (really?)
And there's not a spark in sight
What a waste of a lovely night
You say there's nothing here?
Well, let's make something clear
I think I'll be the one to make that call (but you'll call?)
And though you looked so cute
In your polyester suit (it's wool)
You're right, I'd never fall for you at all
And maybe this appeals
To someone not in heels
Or to any girl who feels
There's some chance for romance
But, I'm frankly feeling nothing
Is that so?
Or it could be less than nothing
Good to know, so you agree?
That's right
What a waste of a lovely night
@raywei8472
Everything in this movie is so visually pleasing, the colors are blended perfectly together. Love the long takes
@horace164
I wish I could see the sunset like this with my love.
@bimobrown968
Thats why it won best cinematography
@andrewalvaro1000
instaBlaster...
@KydzPlays
@bimo brown Beautiful cinematography is not good cinematography.
@xxxz3086
Exactly
@gabybatubara
This scene is going to be called a legendary scene in a couple years from now
@cedricchang6064
Can't agree more Gaby.
@carsgameplays6572
@rat kid username checks out
@carsgameplays6572
@rat kid i'm exactly the kind of person who knows about this kind of scenes. This specific scene is already one of the 2010's greatest. What's your take on legendary scenes?