And the Angels Sing
The Harry James Orchestra & Harry James and His Orchestra Lyrics


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We meet, and the angels sing
The angels sing the sweetest song I ever heard
You speak, and the angels sing
Or am I breathing music into every word

Suddenly, the setting is strange
I can see water and moonlight beaming
Silver waves that break on some undiscovered shore - Then
Suddenly, I see it all change
Long winter nights with the candles gleaming
Through it all your face that I adore.

You smile, and the angels sing
And though it's just a gentle murmur at the start




We kiss, and the angels sing
And leave their music ringing in my heart.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "And The Angels Sing" are a romantic tribute to the euphoria of falling in love. The song describes how the world suddenly transforms when two people meet and the chemistry between them is electric. The opening lines "We meet, and the angels sing" and "You speak, and the angels sing" evoke the idea of angels singing in heaven, signalling that fate has brought these two people together. The sensation of being in love is so sublime that words seem inadequate, and the singer wonders if they are "breathing music into every word," suggesting that everything they say is infused with love.


The chorus describes how falling in love transforms the world around the singer. They see "silver waves that break on some undiscovered shore" and "long winter nights with the candles gleaming," evoking a sense of wonder and magic. Through it all, the object of their affection is ever-present, and their face is the one thing that shines through. When they smile, the angels sing, and when they kiss, their music rings in the singer's heart.


Line by Line Meaning

We meet, and the angels sing
When we meet, I am filled with so much joy and happiness that it feels like the angels in heaven are singing the most beautiful song.


You speak, and the angels sing
Your voice is so sweet and soothing that it feels like the angels are singing a melody to match every word that comes out of your mouth.


Or am I breathing music into every word
Perhaps it's not just your voice that's so enchanting, but it's also the feeling that comes with being with you that makes me hear music in every word you say.


Suddenly, the setting is strange
Everything around me transforms abruptly, and I find myself in a new and unfamiliar place that feels different from the world I know.


I can see water and moonlight beaming
I am surrounded by the serene and beautiful sight of water reflecting the light of the moon, which radiates peace and tranquility.


Silver waves that break on some undiscovered shore - Then
I look out into the sea and see the waves crashing onto an unknown shore, which makes me feel a sense of uncertainty and unfamiliarity.


Suddenly, I see it all change
Just as fast as everything transformed before, I see it all change again, this time I am transported to a place where I find comfort and warmth.


Long winter nights with the candles gleaming
I am in a place that is cozy and warm, surrounded by the flickering glow of candles and the sound of laughter and happiness.


Through it all your face that I adore.
Despite all the transformations, uncertainties, and moments of joy, the one constant that remains is the sight of your beautiful face, which fills me with love and adoration.


You smile, and the angels sing
When I see you smile, my heart is filled with so much joy and happiness that it feels like the angels in heaven are singing in celebration.


And though it's just a gentle murmur at the start
The feeling of love between us may begin small and quiet, but it has the power to grow into something beautiful and everlasting.


We kiss, and the angels sing
When we kiss, it's as if the music of the angels in heaven is amplified, and their harmonies are ringing in my ears, filling me with pure bliss and euphoria.


And leave their music ringing in my heart.
The love that we share and the memories we create together leave an indelible mark upon my heart, so much so that the melody of the angels singing will remain with me forever.




Lyrics © Kanjian Music, BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Ziggy Elman, Johnny Mercer

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