Only trust your heart
Stan Getz & Astrud Gilberto Lyrics
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She puts on the film of him, King is white and in the crowd
They are not a melting pot, say no, say no tapestry
She puts on the film of him, King is white and in the crowd
She takes his hand and she says you'll stay
She's lost in the crowd
King
The life and times, the art and talk
Wire them up, fire them up
The life and times, the art and talk
Lovers run camp Africa, Bars in town are civilised
She puts on the film of him, King is white and in the crowd
Panorama, Citylife
Youth's dance proud from the waist down
She puts on the film of him, King is white and in the crowd
Shot from where the action is, a rhapsody in black and blue
She puts on the film of him, King is white and in the crowd
Love lies under western eyes, powerful yet transient
She puts on the film of him, King is white and in the crowd
The lyrics of Stan Getz & Astrud Gilberto's "Only Trust Your Heart" paint a vivid picture of a woman putting on a film of a man, possibly a famous figure like Martin Luther King Jr. or Elvis Presley, and being lost in the crowd. The reference to "talking by the pool of light, language from America" suggests that this scene takes place in the United States, possibly during the Civil Rights era. The lyrics also touch on themes of race and power, with the line "love lies under western eyes, powerful yet transient" hinting at the idea of white privilege and the fleeting nature of romantic connections.
The repeated phrases "wire them up, fire them up" and "the life and times, the art and talk" suggest a sense of urgency and passion, as if the characters are ready to take action or make a statement. However, the lyrics also suggest a certain disillusionment or cynicism, with the line "they are not a melting pot, say no, say no tapestry" highlighting the divisions and inequalities that exist even in supposedly diverse societies.
Overall, "Only Trust Your Heart" is a complex, multi-layered exploration of love, identity, and society, filled with vivid imagery and thought-provoking themes.
Line by Line Meaning
Talking by the pool of light, language from America.
Having a conversation under the shining light by the pool, speaking the language of America.
She puts on the film of him, King is white and in the crowd
She plays a movie of him, where King is white and among the crowd.
They are not a melting pot, say no, say no tapestry
They do not blend together as a society, denying the idea of a harmonious blend of cultures.
She takes his hand and she says you'll stay
She holds his hand and assures him he'll remain by her side.
She's lost in the crowd
She becomes surrounded by the people in the crowd.
Wire them up, fire them up
Get them connected, get them excited.
The life and times, the art and talk
The experiences and events, the creativity and discussions.
Lovers run camp Africa, Bars in town are civilised
Couples escape to Africa, while the bars in town are cultured.
Panorama, Citylife
The broad view of the city's hustle and bustle.
Youth's dance proud from the waist down
Young people dance confidently, moving their lower bodies with pride.
Shot from where the action is, a rhapsody in black and blue
Captured where the excitement happens, a composition of emotion in shades of black and blue.
Love lies under western eyes, powerful yet transient
Love exists in the eyes of those from the west, strong but temporary.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: BENNY CARTER, SAMMY CAHN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@truongbaonghi14
Never trust the stars
When you're about to fall in love
Look for hidden signs or you'll begin to sigh
Never trust the moon
When you're about to taste his kiss
He knows all the lies and lives up to lie
Just wait for a night
When the skies are all bare
And see
If you care
Never trust your dreams
When you're about to fall in love
Or your dreams will quickly fall apart
So if you're smart, really smart
Only trust your heart
@musicatthecenter1
Her innocent and sweet voice catapulted her to the top of jazz, , , not an easy task. Everything about her worked, a legend.
@pamstubbs4699
Rest in peace Astrid Gilberto..😔💔💕🌹🌹😞🌠🌠🌠🙏
@truongbaonghi14
Never trust the stars
When you're about to fall in love
Look for hidden signs or you'll begin to sigh
Never trust the moon
When you're about to taste his kiss
He knows all the lies and lives up to lie
Just wait for a night
When the skies are all bare
And see
If you care
Never trust your dreams
When you're about to fall in love
Or your dreams will quickly fall apart
So if you're smart, really smart
Only trust your heart
@woodruffbrian
I'm pretty sure the line is "He knows all the lies and lips so often lie."
@milessinatra
So sensual... without trying to be. That voice is angelic and hypnotic. We took time from Hendrix, Otis and Sinatra to adore this captivating beauty. That is what it was like growing up in the 60's. Bravo Astrud... pure class... Never trust your heart.... Getz with his serrealistic tones gets the mood of this song on key.
@surfgod509
Brilliant performer, pure heaven 😍
@ernestomatalsol6807
“If you are smart, really smart, only trust your heart.” ❤
@gregoryflothe4995
Thanks for sharing. I adore Astrud, a very unique and beautiful person, and one of my favorite singers from an age long passed.
@snaaptaker
Lovely. And this gorgeous tune was written by the late, great Benny Carter.
RIP, Benny. ☻
@joao-geraldodamasceno1581
Divina...