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The M-G-M Studio Orchestra Lyrics
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To light an eye, to win a heart
They say a gown can almost speak,
If it is chic
Should you select the right effect,
You cannot miss,
You may be sure,
He will tell you this
Lovely to look at,
Delightful to know and heaven to kiss
A combination like this,
Is quite my most impossible scheme come true,
Imagine finding a dream like you
You're lovely to look at,
It's thrilling to hold you terribly tight
For we're together, the moon is new,
And oh, it's lovely to look at you tonight
What appeals to me
Is just your charm and dignity,
Not what you wear,
But just an air, of great repose
You are quite perfect from your head down to your toes
Both night and day,
I am moved to say
Lovely to look at,
Delightful to know and heaven to kiss
A combination like this,
Is quite my most impossible scheme come true,
Imagine finding a dream like you!
You're lovely to look at,
It's thrilling to hold you terribly tight
For we're together, the moon is new,
And oh, it's lovely to look at you tonight
The song "Lovely to Look At" is a classic love song that focuses on the beauty of a person beyond just their appearance. The first verse talks about how clothes can play a part in making a person look good, but the real charm comes from having the right effect, which cannot be missed. The singer then goes on to say that what really appeals to them is the charm and dignity of the person they are with, not just what they are wearing. They describe their partner as "quite perfect from your head down to your toes." The chorus reinforces the idea that the person they are with is not just lovely to look at, but also delightful to know and heaven to kiss.
The second verse further develops the idea that the singer is drawn to their partner's personality, rather than just their appearance. They appreciate an "air of great repose" and find perfection in their partner's character. The second chorus repeats the first, emphasizing the attraction to the whole person, not just what they look like. The song ends with the singer expressing their happiness at being with their partner, holding them tight, and enjoying the moment together.
Overall, the song is a celebration of the beauty of a person's character and personality, as well as their physical appearance. It suggests that true love is not just about what someone looks like, but also about who they are as a person.
Line by Line Meaning
Clothes must play a part
The clothes that one wears are important
To light an eye, to win a heart
The right clothes can attract attention and affection
They say a gown can almost speak,
A dress can convey a message
If it is chic
If it's fashionable
Should you select the right effect,
If you choose the right outfit
You cannot miss,
You can't go wrong
You may be sure,
You can be certain
He will tell you this
Your partner will compliment you
Lovely to look at,
You're beautiful
Delightful to know and heaven to kiss
You're more than just pretty, you're a joy to be with and intimate with
A combination like this,
A person like you
Is quite my most impossible scheme come true,
Finding someone like you is a dream come true
Imagine finding a dream like you
It's amazing to have found someone like you
It's thrilling to hold you terribly tight
Being close to you is exciting
For we're together, the moon is new,
We're spending time together
And oh, it's lovely to look at you tonight
You're beautiful tonight
What appeals to me,
What I find attractive about you
Is just your charm and dignity,
It's your personality and grace that I like
Not what you wear,
It's not just about your clothes
But just an air, of great repose
It's your poise and calm demeanor
You are quite perfect from your head down to your toes
You're perfect in every way
Both night and day,
All the time
I am moved to say
I feel compelled to tell you
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: Dorothy Fields, Jerome Kern, Jimmy McHugh
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