Liza
Stephane Grappelli Quintet Lyrics
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But if you smile on me, all the clouds will roll away.
Liza, Liza, don't delay
Come keep me company, and the clouds will roll away.
See the honey moon a-shinnig down
We could make a date with Parson Brown.
When you'll belong to me, and the clouds will roll away.
The lyrics to the Stephane Grappelli Quintet's song Liza speak to the power of love and companionship. The singer addresses Liza, imploring her to smile on him and keep him company. He believes that with her by his side, the clouds will "roll away," representing a metaphorical lifting of any troubles or difficulties that he may be facing. The singer wants to make a date with "Parson Brown," which suggests that he is hoping to marry Liza and start a life with her. The final line, "When you'll belong to me, and the clouds will roll away," solidifies this idea that the singer sees Liza as his soulmate and that he believes their love can conquer any obstacles.
Overall, the lyrics to Liza are romantic and hopeful, expressing a desire for deep connection and the belief that love can overcome all challenges. The honey moon shining down in the second verse is a metaphor for the brightness of their future together, and the song ends with the promise of a happy ending for the singer and Liza.
Line by Line Meaning
Liza, Liza, skies are gray
Liza, the weather is unpleasant and sorrowful today.
But if you smile on me, all the clouds will roll away.
Your beautiful smile illuminates my day and makes all my problems go away.
Liza, Liza, don't delay
Liza, don't hesitate, come over and let's spend time together.
Come keep me company, and the clouds will roll away.
Your presence next to me is enough to make me forget about all my worries and free me from sadness.
See the honey moon a-shinnig down
Look up and see the clear, bright moon shining in the night sky.
We could make a date with Parson Brown.
Let's plan a special event and get married with Parson Brown as the officiant.
So, Liza, Liza name the day
Liza, it's your decision to select the perfect day for us to become one.
When you'll belong to me, and the clouds will roll away.
When you become my lifelong partner, my world will be sunny, and all my worries will vanish.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MIKE BURKETT
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