Benny Goodman, clarinet
Te… Read Full Bio ↴The Benny Goodman Quartet consists of:
Benny Goodman, clarinet
Teddy Wilson, piano
Lionel Hampton, vibes, vocals
Gene Krupa, drums
Moonglow
The Benny Goodman Quartet Lyrics
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It must have been moonglow that led me straight to you
I still hear you sayin', "Dear one, hold me fast"
And I keep on prayin', "Oh Lord, please let this last"
We seemed to float right through the air
Heavenly songs seemed to come from everywhere
I'll always remember, that moonglow gave me you
It must have been moonglow, way up in the blue
It must have been moonglow that led me straight to you
I still hear you sayin', "Sweet child, hold me fast"
And I keep on prayin', "Oh Lord, please let this last"
We seemed to float right through the air
Heavenly songs seemed to come from everywhere
And now when there's moonglow, way up in the blue
I'll always remember, that moonglow gave me you
The lyrics of "Moonglow" by The Benny Goodman Quartet depict a romantic encounter that is thought to be the result of the mystical power of the moon. The song describes how the music and the moon created a perfect setting for a passionate encounter between two people. The singer recalls being led by the glow of the moon to meet his lover. He reminisces about the feeling of floating in the air and the heavenly songs that surrounded them as they held one another tightly. The singer confesses his desire that this moment could last forever, expressing a longing for the time when the moon will shine bright again.
The song is a beautiful depiction of an enchanting, yet fleeting moment of love. The moon helped to create a magical moment for two people to come together, but the song also recognizes that the moon might not always be there to guide their path. The lyrics of "Moonglow" immortalize this occasion as a romantic encounter that will always be remembered fondly by the singer. Ultimately, it's a song of love, passion, and the beauty and power of nature.
Line by Line Meaning
It must have been moonglow, way up in the blue
The singer believes that the moon's glow in the night sky may have been what led him/her to their lover.
It must have been moonglow that led me straight to you
The singer is certain that the brightness of the moon is what brought them to their significant other.
I still hear you sayin', "Dear one, hold me fast"
The singer recalls their lover's voice expressing a desire to be held close and tightly.
And I keep on prayin', "Oh Lord, please let this last"
The artist hopes that their time with their lover is enduring and everlasting.
We seemed to float right through the air
The artist felt as though they were soaring through the sky with their beloved.
Heavenly songs seemed to come from everywhere
The singer heard beautiful music all around them, creating an otherworldly atmosphere.
And now when there's moonglow, way up in the blue
Whenever the singer sees the bright moon in the sky, they remember the love connection it brought to them.
I'll always remember, that moonglow gave me you
The artist will forever associate the moon's radiance with the moment they met their soulmate.
I still hear you sayin', "Sweet child, hold me fast"
The artist remembers their lover's voice calling them a sweet nickname and requesting to be embraced tightly.
And I keep on prayin', "Oh Lord, please let this last"
The artist continues to hope that their relationship with their significant other lasts for eternity.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Eddie Delange, Irving Mills, Will Hudson
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@sooz9433
This song is almost 100 years old.. written in 1933 by Will Hudson Irving Mills with lyrics by Eddie DeLange..
Still beautiful 90 years later..🎼♥️
@WeegeeFan1Studios
You should go listen to the Cab Calloway version
@markymarknj
You got THAT right!
@tanyasimon595
I recall it was the song that was highlighted in the film "PICNIC" with William Holden and Kim Novak--they had a dance sequence using this song. Brilliant.
@one_million_realities_away
Let me tell you, there is nothing more nostalgic and beautiful as hearing this song on a record player.
@NellieKAdaba
I love record players.
@felisamacaraeg5259
oh my God, Yes! ;-)
@kartikeyajuneja4925
I have a Benny Goodman record arriving tomorrow and this song is on it. Cannot wait to listen to it when it arrives!
@craigkopcho7394
Finding a pressing in good condition may be hard to do. Also most people don't have a 78 RPM stylus. There are plenty of ceramic cartridges out there but finding a GE 78 RPM magnetic would be cool. Stereo cartridges should not be used on 78 RPM records
@1953childstar
@Craig Kopcho The best was a Webster Chicago changer with a GE cartridge, in a Magnavox console with 2- 12" speakers. All tubes and a push pull output amp..