Say It With a Kiss
Teddy Wilson Billie Holiday Lyrics
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Say it with a kiss
It you mean that look I've seen
Say it with a kiss
There is wine and candle shine
And music in your lips
Music in the tops
Words may not convey it
Say it with a kiss
And your look might speak a book
That my eyes might miss
You don't have to know the words
To love's familiar tune
Say it with a kiss
And say it soon
The lyrics of "Say It With A Kiss" by Teddy Wilson & His Orchestra W/Billie Holiday are all about the power of physical affection and affectionate gestures. The singer is urging her lover to express his feelings for her not with words, but with a kiss. She believes that a kiss is worth a thousand words and can convey far more emotion than any spoken language ever could. She describes the power of a kiss as having both wine and candlelight and music in your lips.
The verse speaks of the power of a kiss in expressing emotions and conveying messages that might be missed when communicated through words. The words may not be enough to convey the depth of one's innermost feelings, while the look in one's eyes, the touch of one's fingertips, and the musings of one's lips can express love and passion in ways words cannot. The singer urges the listener to say what he feels through a kiss, and to do it soon.
Overall, "Say It With A Kiss" is an ode to the power of physical affection and non-verbal communication in conveying love and romantic feelings. It reminds us that sometimes, the most powerful messages are not expressed in words, but in the touch of a hand, the warmth of a hug, and the power of a kiss.
Line by Line Meaning
Let me hear you say it
I want you to express your feelings to me.
Say it with a kiss
Show me your affection through a kiss.
It you mean that look I've seen
If you truly feel the way you look at me.
Say it with a kiss
Communicate your emotions to me by kissing me.
There is wine and candle shine
The atmosphere is romantic and intimate.
And music in your lips
Your kiss is melodious and full of passion.
Music in the tops
Your fingertips are also expressive and resonate with emotion.
Of your fingertips
Your fingers are also speaking to me through your touch.
Words may not convey it
There are some emotions that can't be put into words.
Say it with a kiss
Express yourself to me through physical touch.
And your look might speak a book
Your gaze can communicate a lot about your feelings and intentions.
That my eyes might miss
I might not be able to understand your gaze fully.
You don't have to know the words
You don't need to know the perfect thing to say.
To love's familiar tune
We can still communicate our love even without words.
Say it with a kiss
Speak to me through physical touch and intimacy.
And say it soon
Don't hesitate to express your feelings to me.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Harry Warren, Johnny Mercer
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Harry Warren Fans
Another great tune by Harry Warren (lyrics by Johnny Mercer) which is not very well-known these days, which is too bad. The fabulous Billie Holiday is in great form on this tune.