Quiet Nights
Stan Getz Feat. Astrud Gilberto Lyrics
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quiet chords from my guitar
floating on the silence that surrounds us
Quiet thoughts and quiet dreams
Quiet walks by quiet streams
and a window that looks out on Corcovado
Oh, how lovely
The lyrics to Stan Getz Quartet's song Corcovado feature a sense of tranquility and peace that surrounds the singer. The singer begins by describing the quiet nights, with the soothing sounds of the chords from their guitar resonating throughout the stillness. The entire scene is described as one of serenity, with the silence that surrounds them creating a sense of detachment from the outside world.
As the song continues, the singer delves deeper into their thoughts, dreaming of peaceful walks along quiet streams and gazing out their window at the breathtaking view of Corcovado. The entire composition is imbued with a sense of longing and a desire to escape the noise and chaos of everyday life, instead yearning for a peaceful existence filled with serene moments of contemplation and solitude.
Overall, the lyrics to Corcovado paint a vivid picture of a world of calm and quiet, offering a respite from the noise and distractions that often define our modern lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Quiet nights of quiet stars
Serenely peaceful night under the stars.
quiet chords from my guitar
Silent melody produced by the guitar strings.
floating on the silence that surrounds us
Drifting along with the prevailing quietness.
Quiet thoughts and quiet dreams
Unobtrusive musings and aspirations.
Quiet walks by quiet streams
Strolling in hushed environment along the banks of tranquil streams.
and a window that looks out on Corcovado
An aperture that frames views of the stunning beauty of Corcovado.
Oh, how lovely
Expressing delight and admiration for the serene surroundings.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ANTONIO CARLOS JOBIM, ANTONIO CARLOS BRASILEIRO DE A JOBIM
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Tom Stroll Music
that cut at 0:31 drives me nuts! and it's on every streaming version I've heard. Has Verve Records completely lost the beginning of Stan Getz's solo?! If so, that would be a shame because this record is a real treasure & so incredibly beautiful. Reminds me of the best memories of my childhood home. Hope the full version replaces all the abridged versions soon so I can share it with my kids some day without cringing, hA! Thanks for considering, @verve . Lots of love
João Pedro Bueno gomes
They just wiped João Gilberto from the song, it's infuriating
Arnaldo DeSouteiro
That's the edited version originally released as a single in 1964.
Tom Stroll Music
@Arnaldo DeSouteiro Thanks!That would make sense as a shorter radio edit, but are you 100% sure about that? If so, how do you know? Do you have that original single? Thanks for chiming in. (not that I substantiated my hypothesis earlier, Lol). but folx may want to know.
Pedro Menezes
Spotify version is a little bit different atm
Arya InMyDefense
It's okay. Stan Getz was a horrible person who abused and exploited Astrud and even her husband Joao was a Cheater so their exclusion makes this song more pure.
Atleast Astrud is in heaven.
Adriana Macedo
Maravilhosa
RAIN STEIN
Love the cool sounds of classic samba and it never fails to bring back fond memories of growing up in the amazing 60s....
David Benedito
Caros amigos, agradeço seu vídeo, isso é mágico. 😄😄😄😄😄😎
דבורה קדוש
Que singela a animação. Uma beleza. 💙💛💚