Medley
Stefan Borsch Lyrics
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Ooh-yay-yay-yay-yeah
Oh-oh-oh-oh-wah
Only the lonely
Only the lonely
Only the lonely (dum-dum-dum-dumdy-doo-wah)
Know the way I feel tonight (ooh-yay-yay-yay-yeah)
Only the lonely (dum-dum-dum-dumdy-doo-wah)
There goes my baby
There goes my heart
TheyâČre gone forever
So far apart
But only the lonely
Know why I hide I cry
Only the lonely
Dum-dum-dum-dumdy-doo-wah
Ooh-yay-yay-yay-yeah
Oh-oh-oh-oh-wah
Only the lonely
Only the lonely
I feel so bad I've got a worried mind
I'm so lonesome all time
Since I left my baby behind on Blue Bayou
Saving nickels, saving dimes, working til the sun donâČt shine
Looking forward to happier times on Blue Bayou
IâČm going back some day come what may to Blue Bayou
Where you sleep all day and the catfish play on Blue Bayou
All those fishing boats with their sails afloat
If I could only see that familiar sunrise through sleepy eyes
How happy I'd be
Go to see my baby again
And to be with some of my friends
Maybe IâČd be happy then on Blue Bayou
Pretty woman walking down the street
Pretty woman the kind I like to meet
Pretty woman I don't believe you, youâČre not the truth
No one could look as good as you
Pretty woman stop awhile
Pretty woman talk awhile
Pretty woman give your smile to me
Pretty woman yeah, yeah, yeah
Pretty woman look my way
Pretty woman say you'll stay with me
Cause I need you, IâČll treat you right
Come with me baby be mine tonight
Is she walking back to me
Oh oh pretty woman
These lyrics are a medley of three well-known songs, "Only the Lonely" by Roy Orbison, "Blue Bayou" also by Roy Orbison, and "Oh Pretty Woman" also by Roy Orbison. The lyrics follow the theme of loneliness and lost love. The first song, "Only the Lonely," begins with a repetition of the phrase "dum-dum-dum-dumdy-doo-wah" which is a well-known musical motif that is recognizable in several other songs as well. The singer of "Only the Lonely" feels alone and understands that only those who have experienced loneliness can sympathize with him.
In "Blue Bayou," the singer is reminiscing about a place where he was happy but has now left. He talks about how he is miserable without his love, and he longs to go back. This section of the song deals with themes of longing, hope, and the desire to be happy again.
Finally, "Oh Pretty Woman" takes us into a different direction as the singer spots a beautiful woman walking down the street. He stops her and expresses his interest, but she does not believe him. The lyrics are filled with compliments but the singer still worries if she would walk away from him. This song tells a story of attraction and courtship.
Overall, the three songs take the listener through a journey of lost love, longing, and the hope of something new.
Line by Line Meaning
Dum-dum-dum-dumdy-doo-wah
The sound of loneliness and sorrow
Ooh-yay-yay-yay-yeah
The sound of a desolate heart crying out for love
Oh-oh-oh-oh-wah
The sound of hopelessness and despair
Only the lonely
People who are alone
Know the way I feel tonight
Understand my emotions on this lonely night
Only the lonely
People who are alone
Know this feelinâČ ain't right
Know that this feeling is not normal or healthy
There goes my baby
My precious love is leaving me
There goes my heart
My heart is broken into pieces
TheyâČre gone forever
I have lost them permanently
So far apart
We are geographically separated
But only the lonely
People who are alone
Know why I hide I cry
Understand why I conceal my tears
I feel so bad I've got a worried mind
I am extremely upset and anxious
I'm so lonesome all time
I am lonely all the time
Since I left my baby behind on Blue Bayou
Since I left my beloved on Blue Bayou
Saving nickels, saving dimes, working til the sun donâČt shine
I am trying to save money by working long hours
Looking forward to happier times on Blue Bayou
I am hoping for happier times on Blue Bayou
IâČm going back some day come what may to Blue Bayou
I will someday return to Blue Bayou no matter what
Where you sleep all day and the catfish play on Blue Bayou
Blue Bayou is a peaceful place where one can rest and enjoy the nature
All those fishing boats with their sails afloat
There are plenty of fishing boats with their sails nicely up
If I could only see that familiar sunrise through sleepy eyes
I long to see the familiar sunrise on Blue Bayou with sleep in my eyes
How happy I'd be
I would be overjoyed
Go to see my baby again
Visit my loved one again
And to be with some of my friends
Reunite with some of my friends
Maybe IâČd be happy then on Blue Bayou
Perhaps I could find happiness on Blue Bayou
Pretty woman walking down the street
Beautiful woman walking along the street
Pretty woman the kind I like to meet
My ideal type of woman
Pretty woman I don't believe you, youâČre not the truth
I am in disbelief of her beauty, thinking it can't be real
No one could look as good as you
I have never seen anyone as beautiful as she is
Pretty woman stop awhile
Beautiful lady, please stop for a moment
Pretty woman talk awhile
Let's talk for some time, pretty woman
Pretty woman give your smile to me
I want to see her smile, it's all I ask for
Pretty woman yeah, yeah, yeah
Beautiful lady, oh yeah, yeah, yeah
Pretty woman look my way
Beautiful lady, please turn your gaze towards me
Pretty woman say you'll stay with me
Tell me you will spend some time with me
Cause I need you, IâČll treat you right
I need you, and I promise to treat you right
Come with me baby be mine tonight
Join me and be mine tonight, pretty woman
Is she walking back to me
Is she walking back towards me
Oh oh pretty woman
Beautiful lady
Writer(s): Dees, Melson, Orbison
Contributed by Dylan N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@christianantonsson6183
Tack Stefan Borsch đ
Lyssnar varje dag till denna hĂ€rliga dansbands musik đ€â€
Ha en bra dag
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@britt-mariasberg9056
Har vÀntat pÄ Stefan som sjunger sÄ bra.BM
@jenny72
Sven Ingvars er ikke mine favoritter, men Stefan sjunger de sĂ„ bra. đ Stefan Borsh har kjempefin stemme, og har synget inn min favoritt fra barndommen, Vid en liten fiskehamn, som jeg fremdeles synes er sĂ„ vakker âŁ
@olavgranberg435
Jeg er ikke noe glad i svenskemusikk men han Stefan er fin og hÞre pÄ.
@carinahansson2361
Sveriges bÀsta dansbandssÄngare, Christer Sjögren fÄr ursÀkta!
@Stefan_Boerjesson
VÀldigt mÄngsidig, har framfört andras lÄtar fantastiskt bra. Inga svaga covers utan femettor.
@MrThebowler1990
Ogillar att det Àr playback, annars riktigt bra :)
@rutholsson1159
BÀst men ljudet passar inte riktigt rÀtt :-D playback????
@MrThebowler1990
Haha jaa rĂ€tt tydligt dĂ„ instrumenten saknar sladdar och Stefan har ingen Mikrofon đ€Ł han mimar ju bara