Dancing In The Dark
The Artie Shaw Orchestra Lyrics
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Till the tune end
We're dancing in the dark,
And it soon ends.
We're waltzing in the wonder
Of why we're here;
Time hurries by,
We're here and gone.
Of a new love
To brighten up the night.
I have you to love,
And we can face the music together;
Dancing in the dark.
What though love is old?
What though song is old?
Through them we can be young.
Hear this heart of mine
Make yours part of mine.
Dear one, tell me that we're one!
Dancing in the dark!
The Artie Shaw Orchestra's song Dancing in the Dark is a ballad with a melancholy tone. The lyrics paint a picture of two people dancing together in darkness, both literally and metaphorically. They're both wondering why they're here, and how quickly time is passing them by. However, despite the uncertainties and the gloomy atmosphere, they find solace in each other's company. They're looking for a new love, hoping to brighten up the night, but realize they already have each other. The line "I have you to love, and we can face the music together" signifies their commitment to each other, and their willingness to brave whatever comes their way.
The second verse of the song is more optimistic, as the singer realizes that love and music can make us feel young again. They ask their partner to tell them that they're one, emphasizing the importance of unity and togetherness. The phrase "dancing in the dark" is repeated throughout the song, serving as a motif for the idea that even when things seem bleak, we can always find comfort in the people we love and in the act of dancing, which itself serves as an outlet for our emotions and a way to forget our worries, even if only for a moment.
Line by Line Meaning
Dancing in the dark,
We are dancing while in the absence of light, which signifies our current state of uncertainty.
Till the tune end
Our dance will continue up until the music stops playing, which represents that this joyous moment will eventually come to an end.
We're dancing in the dark,
We are still enjoying our dance together despite not being able to see clearly, representing our ability to focus on the present moment and cherish it.
And it soon ends.
The end of the dance is inevitable, and thus our moment of joy will come to a close soon.
We're waltzing in the wonder
Together, we are experiencing a sense of awe and amazement at the mystery of life.
Of why we're here;
We are contemplating the purpose and meaning of our existence, while still enjoying the present moment.
Time hurries by,
The moments we are experiencing will quickly pass us by, and we must savor them while they last.
We're here and gone.
Our time in the world is short, and we must make the most of our time while we are still here.
Looking for the light
We seek a new and refreshing source of positivity in our lives.
Of a new love
We long for the excitement that a new love can bring into our lives.
To brighten up the night.
We hope that this new love will bring light and joy into our otherwise dark and uncertain lives.
I have you to love,
I have found a source of love and positivity in you, which makes my life worthwhile.
And we can face the music together;
We can overcome any challenges that life may throw our way, as long as we face them together as a team.
Dancing in the dark.
Despite the uncertainties and obstacles we may face in life, we will continue to dance and enjoy the present moment together.
What though love is old?
Even though love may be perceived as common, it never loses its power to bring joy and happiness into someone's life.
What though song is old?
Even if a song has been played many times before, it can still evoke deep emotions and feelings in those who listen to it.
Through them we can be young.
Love and music have the unique ability to make us feel young and carefree, no matter our age or circumstances.
Hear this heart of mine
Listen to what my heart is saying, as it holds the key to my deepest feelings and emotions.
Make yours part of mine.
Let us share our hearts and emotions, and become closer through doing so.
Dear one, tell me that we're one!
Express to me that we are unified and connected in our love and emotions, bringing us closer together.
Dancing in the dark!
As we dance together, we embrace the unknown and face any challenges head-on, as long as we have each other by our side.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Bruce Springsteen
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