Kent attended Newark Academy in Livingston, New Jersey. She graduated with a Degree in Comparative Literature from Sarah Lawrence College in New York, and moved to England after her graduation. While studying at London's Guildhall School of Music and Drama, she met tenor saxophonist, Jim Tomlinson, whom she married on 9 Aug 1991.
Discography:
"Close Your Eyes" (1997), "The Tender Trap" (1998), "Let Yourself Go: Celebrating Fred Astaire" (2000),
"Dreamsville" (2001), "Brazilian Sketches" (2001), "In Love Again: The Music of Richard Rodgers" (2002),
"The Boy Next Door" (2003), "Collection" (2001), "Collection II" (2003), "Collection III" (2006),
"Breakfast On The Morning Tram" (2007), "Breakfast on the Morning Tram" (2008, limited edition boxset CD/DVD),
"Raconte-Moi..." (2010) , "Hushabye Mountain" (2011) , "THE CHANGING LIGHTS" (2013)
Kent has also featured in Tomlinson's 2006 album, The Lyric, which won "Album of the Year" at the 2006 BBC Jazz Awards.
Awards: British Jazz Award (2001) and BBC Jazz Award for Best Vocalist (2002).
Kent's album, Breakfast on the Morning Tram, was a nominee for Best Jazz Vocal Album at the 51st Grammy Awards (2009).
Trivia: Novelist Kazuo Ishiguro wrote the liner notes to Kent's 2003 album, The Boy Next Door, and also co-wrote four of the songs on the 2007 album, Breakfast on the Morning Tram.
Sites: Discogs
Polka Dots & Moonbeams
Stacey Kent Lyrics
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I felt a bump and then an "Oh, beg your pardon"
"Suddenly I saw polka dots and moonbeams"
Wrapped around a pug-nosed dream
The music started and was I a perplexed one
I held my breath and said
"May I have the next one"
In my frightened arms, polka dots and moonbeams
There were questions in the eyes of other dancers?
As we floated over the floor?
There were questions but my heart knew all the answers
And perhaps a few things more
Now in a cottage full of lilacs and laughter
I learned the meaning of the words "ever after"
And I'll only see polka dots and moonbeams
When I kiss my pug-nosed dream
There were questions in the eyes of other dancers
As we floated over the floor
There were questions but my heart knew all the answers
And perhaps a few things more
Now in a cottage full of lilacs and laughter
I learned the meaning of the words "ever after"
And I'll only see polka dots and moonbeams
When I kiss my dream
The lyrics to Stacey Kent's song "Polka Dots & Moonbeams" tell the story of a chance encounter at a country dance in a garden. The singer bumps into someone and apologizes, and then sees "polka dots and moonbeams wrapped around a pug-nosed dream." Despite feeling perplexed, the singer asks for the next dance and holds the pug-nosed dream in their arms. As they dance, other dancers question their pairing, but the singer's heart knows the answers. Eventually, the two find themselves in a cottage filled with lilacs and laughter, and the singer realizes the meaning of "ever after." Now, every time they kiss their dream, the singer only sees polka dots and moonbeams.
Line by Line Meaning
A country dance was being held in a garden?
There was a dance taking place in a lovely outdoor setting.
I felt a bump and then an 'Oh, beg your pardon'
I accidentally bumped into someone and apologized.
'Suddenly I saw polka dots and moonbeams'
I was struck by the beauty and wonder of the moment.
Wrapped around a pug-nosed dream
This magical moment was embodied by a charming, imperfect person.
The music started and was I a perplexed one
I was nervous and unsure about what to do next.
I held my breath and said 'May I have the next one'
I mustered the courage to ask for a dance.
In my frightened arms, polka dots and moonbeams
As we danced, I was enveloped in the surreal beauty of the moment.
'Wrapped around a pug-nosed dream'
This special someone was the embodiment of all my hopes and dreams.
There were questions in the eyes of other dancers?
Others may have been curious or judgmental about our pairing.
As we floated over the floor?
We danced gracefully through the room.
There were questions but my heart knew all the answers
Despite any doubts or objections, I was sure of my feelings.
And perhaps a few things more
I knew deep down that we belonged together, despite any obstacles.
Now in a cottage full of lilacs and laughter
We live together in a relaxed, joyous home.
I learned the meaning of the words 'ever after'
Through our experiences, I came to understand the true essence of a lifelong love.
And I'll only see polka dots and moonbeams
I will forever associate our love with this magical moment.
When I kiss my pug-nosed dream
Every time I kiss my beloved, I feel the enchantment of that country dance.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Broma 16, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JAMES VAN HEUSEN, JIMMY VAN HEUSEN, JOHNNY BURKE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@burpo
Wow. Best vocal interpretation I've heard yet.
@dept2
A real good version! She has such a good sense of time and interprets the song the way it should be. She has a good "jazz" and "pop" feel. And (I'm sure you heard this before) she sounds a lot like Joanie Sommers who did lots of recording 1961-70.
@yenivarela9177
A country dance was being held in a garden?
I felt a bump and then an "Oh, beg your pardon"
"Suddenly I saw polka dots and moonbeams"
Wrapped around a pug-nosed dream
The music started and was I a perplexed one
I held my breath and said
"May I have the next one"
In my frightened arms, polka dots and moonbeams
"Wrapped around a pug-nosed dream"
There were questions in the eyes of other dancers?
As we floated over the floor?
There were questions but my heart knew all the answers
And perhaps a few things more
Now in a cottage full of lilacs and laughter
I learned the meaning of the words "ever after"
And I'll only see polka dots and moonbeams
When I kiss my pug-nosed dream
There were questions in the eyes of other dancers
As we floated over the floor
There were questions but my heart knew all the answers
And perhaps a few things more
Now in a cottage full of lilacs and laughter
I learned the meaning of the words "ever after"
And I'll only see polka dots and moonbeams
When I kiss my dream
@lanimeyl
got the chills!
@amanyttap
Welcome in Zürich, Stacey..We alrdy excited to see you live..success and cheers