Moonlight Becomes You
The Romantic Strings and Orchestra Lyrics
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You certainly know the right thing to wear
Moonlight becomes you, I'm thrilled at the sight
And I could get so romantic tonight
You're all dressed up to go dreaming
Now don't tell me I'm wrong
And what a night to go dreaming
If I say I love you
I want you to know
It's not just because there's moonlight
Although, moonlight becomes you so
You're all dressed up to go dreaming
Now don't tell me I'm wrong
And what a night to go dreaming
Mind if I tag along
If I say I love you
I want you to know
It's not just because there's moonlight
Although, moonlight becomes you so
"Moonlight Becomes You" is a song by The Romantic Strings and Orchestra that speaks about the beauty of a person under the moonlight. The first two lines in the lyrics, "Moonlight becomes you, it goes with your hair, you certainly know the right thing to wear" imply that the moonlight suits the person's hair and attire perfectly, complementing them. The use of the phrase "Moonlight becomes you" seems to imply that the moonlight is an extension of the person's inner beauty.
Furthermore, the singer seems to be struck by the beauty of the person under the moonlight. The lines, "Moonlight becomes you, I'm thrilled at the sight, and I could get so romantic tonight" suggests that the singer is deeply enamoured by the person's appearance and feels the urge to be romantic with them. The person is suggested to be dressed up to go dreaming, and the singer asks to tag along to be with them in the beautiful setting.
The last two lines of the song clarify the intent of the singer; they say that if they say "I love you," they don't mean it because of the moonlight. Instead, the moonlight adds to the person's beauty, making the feeling stronger. The song's lyrics describe a beautiful and romantic setting that inspires love and awe. It creates a mystical and dreamy atmosphere that turns the ordinary into something extraordinary.
Line by Line Meaning
Moonlight becomes you, it goes with your hair
The way the moonlight shines on you, it compliments your look and enhances your beauty.
You certainly know the right thing to wear
You have a great sense of fashion and always dress appropriately for the occasion.
Moonlight becomes you, I'm thrilled at the sight
I am enchanted by your appearance in the moonlight and it makes me feel incredibly happy.
And I could get so romantic tonight
Your beauty and the atmosphere of the moonlight make me feel inclined to be romantic and express my love for you.
You're all dressed up to go dreaming
You have made an effort to dress nicely, possibly with the intention of relaxing and allowing your mind to wander.
Now don't tell me I'm wrong
I am confident in my observation and assumption that you are dressed up to go dreaming.
And what a night to go dreaming
The night is perfect for dreaming and letting our imaginations run wild.
Mind if I tag along
Would you be okay with me joining you on this dream-like adventure?
If I say I love you
If I express my love for you,
I want you to know
It's important for you to understand
It's not just because there's moonlight
My love for you extends beyond the beauty of the moonlight.
Although, moonlight becomes you so
However, I can't deny that the moonlight does enhance your beauty and make you even more captivating.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JAMES VAN HEUSEN, JOHNNY BURKE
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