Moon River
Shall We Dance Lyrics
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I'm crossing you in style some day.
Oh, dream maker, you heart breaker,
Wherever you're going I'm going your way.
Two drifters off to see the world.
There's such a lot of world to see.
We're after the same rainbow's end--
My huckleberry friend,
Moon River and me.
The song “Moon River” from the film “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” became an iconic song of the era. The opening line of the song sets the scene for the rest of the song. “Moon River, wider than a mile” is an extended metaphor as it signifies one taking the journey to find where they belong. The river is a metaphor for the journey of life, which could be long, winding, and unpredictable. The song tells the story of two drifters, who are wandering through life, looking for a place to belong. “Oh, dream maker, you heartbreaker, wherever you're going, I'm going your way” signifies the trust they have for one another to embark on a journey together.
The song has a melancholic feel as it talks about the beautiful things they will see on their journey, but there is still a sense of longing as they search for their “huckleberry friend”. The lyrics “there's such a lot of world to see, we're after the same rainbow's end” express the idea that life has a lot to offer if one is open to taking risks and experiencing new things. The importance of friendship is also highlighted here, as they call their friend the “huckleberry friend” - a term that is generally reserved for someone special.
Line by Line Meaning
Moon River, wider than a mile,
The river referred to as Moon River is vast and expansive, surpassing a mile in width.
I'm crossing you in style some day.
One day, I will grace the river with my presence and do so in a manner that is both fashionable and elegant.
Oh, dream maker, you heart breaker,
Addressing a visionary individual, who has the potential to make one's dreams come true, but simultaneously can shatter one's heart in the process.
Wherever you're going I'm going your way.
No matter where the visionary goes, I will be following their every step on their journey.
Two drifters off to see the world.
Two individuals who wander without direction, searching for various experiences and sights to behold around the globe.
There's such a lot of world to see.
There exists so many different types of people, cultures, and environments on this vast earth worth exploring.
We're after the same rainbow's end--
The two individuals share the same aspirations or goals, symbolized by the metaphor of chasing after the end of a rainbow where a pot of gold is supposedly located.
Waiting 'round the bend,
Anticipating what lies ahead on their journey as if what they yearn for is just around the corner.
My huckleberry friend,
Addressing a dear and cherished friend, unique in every way, just like the huckleberry fruit is to other berries.
Moon River and me.
The journey of exploration around the world, hand in hand with the river, as their companion and witness to what the world has in store for them.
Contributed by Abigail S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Natalia Belenkova
Can’t believe that after 3 years of lessons I’m now more advanced in waltz dancing than JLo; this is sooo inspiring and motivating... Love this movie
Rommel Abundo
Everything is possible in life with hard work, patience, true determination, self motivation and inspiration. It’s even 50 times better with something you love such as dancing. Those 3 years of lessons made you better, keep going and remember to have fun
Cam M
Except it took her months, possibly weeks to learn this. I guarantee if she studied ballroom for 3 years, that would be a different story
Fatima Vieira
Amo essa parte do filme! Até chorei! Lindoooo!!
itsmegp46
Ms. Lopez is truly a multi talented actress, much like those from 50-70 years ago.
Alizz Luz
¡¡Me encanta!! 😘👍
Obamacain9
Hey guys, if watching Jennifer Lopez demonstrating this elegant dance is not enough incentive to make you want to "cast caution to the wind" and learn how to ball room dance (in the one in a billionth chance of ever dancing with her ), I don't know what else will !
( Looooooooooool )
adanel santiago
Love this dance♡
Marta Quidel
ADORO LA CARITA DE LOS TRES !!!
M Fernando
This scene alone made me want to learn waltz