Marie
The Four Tunes Lyrics
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Marie, the dawn is breaking
Marie, (ooh, Marie) you'll soon be waking
To find you heart is aching
And tears (and tears) will fall (will fall) as you recall
The moon in all its splendor
A kiss (ooh, a kiss) so very tender
The words, "Will you surrender
Marie, you'll soon be waking
To find you heart is aching
And tears (and tears) will fall (will fall) as you recall
The moon in all its splendor
A kiss (ooh, a kiss) so very tender
The words, "Will you surrender
To me, (Marie), Marie, (Marie) Marie (Marie-ee-ee)?"
The lyrics to The Four Tune's song "Marie" depict the feeling of heartbreak and nostalgia as the singer looks back on a past romance with Marie. The use of repetition in the song's lyrics, specifically the frequent mentions of Marie's name, serves to emphasize the singer's overwhelming emotions. The line "Marie, the dawn is breaking" illustrates the idea that a new day is beginning, but the singer still feels the pain of the past. The use of imagery such as "the moon in all its splendor" and "a kiss so very tender" adds to the nostalgic tone of the song.
The lyrics also convey a sense of longing in the singer's desire for Marie. The line "the words, 'will you surrender to me?'" suggests a plea for Marie to come back to the singer and rekindle their relationship. However, the repetition of the phrase "you'll soon be waking" implies that this may only be a dream in the singer's head.
Overall, the lyrics to "Marie" by The Four Tunes offer a poignant portrayal of the profound emotions that come with heartbreak and longing for a past love.
Line by Line Meaning
Marie, Marie, Marie
Addressing the person named Marie.
Marie, the dawn is breaking
It's morning time and the sun is rising.
Marie, (ooh, Marie) you'll soon be waking
Marie is still asleep but she will wake up soon.
To find your heart is aching
Marie will wake up and realize she is heartbroken.
And tears (and tears) will fall (will fall) as you recall
Marie will cry when she remembers what happened.
The moon in all its splendor
The memory of the moon shining beautifully in the night sky.
A kiss (ooh, a kiss) so very tender
The memory of a very gentle and loving kiss.
The words, "Will you surrender
The memory of a request to surrender to the love shared between them.
To me, (Marie), Marie, (Marie-ee)?"
The request was made to Marie specifically, calling her name twice for emphasis.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Irving Berlin
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@j.travelerbooks7628
This song was played over the loudspeaker in the cafeteria at El Monte Union High School back in 1953. I loved it! It's so great that I have found it here.
@everokie
My very favorite song from my junior high days. Never get tired of listening to it.
@user-kf7nz6pz8l
I grew up knowing a Marie, the daughter of my mother's best friend. But the beautiful song had nothing to do with the ugly health problems of the Marie I knew. I love the song, but it sure reminds me of her, may she rest in peace.
@williamteti3739
South Philly High, 1950’s
Juke box on sidewalk Bill Teti, Nick Troiano, and Vigna brothers singing to this. School would call the cops and we would run like hell.
Man, those were the days
@waltkaplin1495
I BOUGHT THIS CLASSIC IN 1953 WHILE IN HIGH SCHOOL
@michaellewis6262
To Marie, from Haiti, Gone far too soon, you are missed by many, Rest In Gentle Peace.
@tomwagner3874
The Four Tunes now own this song.
@Labaron26
I bought this on a 78 RPM....way back in the Good Old Days.
@freddiec5222
Love this uptempo
@brotherlove9374
Manny, what a background you provided. Chilly owe you . . . .