Garota de Ipanema
Stan Getz & Astrud Gilberto Lyrics
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The girl from Ipanema goes walking
And when she passes, each one she passes goes ah
When she walks, she's like a samba
That swings so cool and sways so gentle
That when she passes, each one she passes goes ooh
How can I tell her I love her
Yes I would give my heart gladly
But each day, when she walks to the sea
She looks straight ahead, not at me
Tall, (and) tan, (and) young, (and) lovely
The girl from Ipanema goes walking
And when she passes, I smile but she doesn't see (doesn't see)
(She just doesn't see, she never sees me)
The song "Garôta de Ipanema" speaks about a beautiful and charming girl from the neighborhood of Ipanema in Rio de Janeiro. The lyrics vividly describe her physical features in great detail; she is tall, tan, young, and lovely. As she walks down the street, she creates a rhythm like that of a samba, which has a cool and gentle sway that attracts the attention of all who encounter her. Men, in particular, are struck by her beauty and become enamored to the point of exclaiming "ah" and "ooh" as she goes by.
However, the song takes on a somber tone when the singer reveals his own feelings towards the girl; while he is captivated by her beauty, she doesn't even look at him when she passes by, causing him great sadness. He yearns to express his love for her, but is unable to find the words to do so. The lyrics highlight the universal feeling of unrequited love, a desire for connection with another person that cannot be fulfilled.
Overall, the song is a celebration of female beauty and the power it has over the hearts of men, as well as a lament about the pain of unrequited love. It captures the essence of Brazilian music, particularly the samba and bossa nova, which often employ a combination of romanticism and melancholy.
Line by Line Meaning
Tall and tan and young and lovely
The girl from Ipanema is tall, has tanned skin, and is young and beautiful.
The girl from Ipanema goes walking
The girl from Ipanema walks around town.
And when she passes, each one she passes goes ah
Every person she passes by is enchanted by her beauty.
When she walks, she's like a samba
The way she walks is as captivating as a samba dance.
That swings so cool and sways so gentle
Her walk is both effortless and graceful.
That when she passes, each one she passes goes ooh
People can't help but be charmed by her presence.
(Ooh) But I watch her so sadly
The singer sadly watches her from afar.
How can I tell her I love her
He loves her but doesn't know how to express it.
Yes I would give my heart gladly
He's willing to do anything for her, including giving his heart.
But each day, when she walks to the sea
Every day, she walks to the sea.
She looks straight ahead, not at me
She doesn't notice him watching her.
And when she passes, I smile but she doesn't see (doesn't see)
He smiles as she passes, but she doesn't notice him.
(She just doesn't see, she never sees me)
He is invisible to her.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ANTONIO CARLOS JOBIM, VINICIUS DE MORAES
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@maycanlas6665
Tall and tan and young and lovely
The girl from Ipanema goes walking
And when she passes Each one she passes goes, ah
When she walks, she's like a samba
That swings so cool and sways so gently
That when she passes Each one she passes goes, ah
Oh, but he watches so sadly
How can he tell her he loves her
Yes, he would give his heart gladly
But each day, when she walks to the sea
She looks straight ahead, not at him
Tall, and tan, and young, and lovely
The girl from Ipanema goes walking
And when she passes He smiles, but she doesn't see
Oh, but he sees her so sadly
How can he tell her he loves her
Yes, he would give his heart gladly
But each day, when she walks to the sea
She looks straight ahead, not at him
Tall, and tan, and young, and lovely
The girl from Ipanema goes walking
And when she passes he smiles, but she doesn't see
She just doesn't see, no she just doesn't see
But she doesn't see, she doesn't see, no she just doesn't see
@brianmolstad1255
When I started dating my wife in 1964 this was one of the very first songs we listened to and bought. She died two weeks ago and I still love her and remember this like it was 1964. God bless you Elisabeth.
@kellao2481
Aw rip❤
@Jinping-CoronaEatingShow
God blass you
@bruceeide4359
May Good God Bless you sir, for your faithfulness and love toward your forever soulmate.
@GroundhogzGarage
That’s a beautiful memory of your time together.
@stevecinquemani6225
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@abelincoln3287
What a lovely vision she was and a unique and beautiful voice. She had a shy and timid presentation, and still delivered a classic performance. RIP
@diegoacuna4493
🕊
@bigballermakingmyends2797
😥😥😥
@oliviahackshaw5267
yes,just heard of her passing and playing this in memoriam