Monroe sang with some of the "Big Bands" of the '40s era, but his music transcended that style to become a popular radio and television personality - like Perry Como, Dean Martin, etc.
Seems Like Old Times
Vaughn Monroe Lyrics
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Seems like old times, having you to talk with
And it's still a thrill just to have my arms around you
Still the thrill that it was the day I found you
Seems like old times, dinner dates and flowers
Seems like old times, staying up for hours
Making dreams come true, doing things we used to do
Seems like old times, being here with you
Seems like old times, dinner dates and flowers
Just like old times, staying up for hours
Making dreams come true, doing things we used to do
Seems like old times, just like old times
Seems like old times, being here with you
The lyrics of Vaughn Monroe's song "Seems Like Old Times" describe the feeling of a reunion with a long-lost love. The singer expresses the pleasure of walking and talking with the person, the joy of having their arms around them, and the excitement of going on dinner dates and staying up late. The song also speaks to the nostalgia of reliving past experiences and the hope of making dreams come true once again. The overall tone is one of happiness and contentment, as the singer revels in the familiar feeling of being with their beloved.
The lyrics of "Seems Like Old Times" are relatable to anyone who has experienced a reunion with a past love, and the song's popularity has endured for over 70 years since its release in 1946. The sentimental melody and romantic lyrics have been covered by numerous artists, including Benny Goodman, Frank Sinatra, and Bette Midler. The song has also been featured in several movies and TV shows, such as Woody Allen's "Annie Hall" and "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel."
Line by Line Meaning
Seems like old times, having you to walk with
Feels like old times, because I'm walking with you like we used to
Seems like old times, having you to talk with
Feels like old times, because I'm talking with you like we used to
And it's still a thrill just to have my arms around you
It still gives me a thrill to hold you in my arms, just like the first time I did
Still the thrill that it was the day I found you
I still feel the same excitement as the day I first met you
Seems like old times, dinner dates and flowers
Feels like old times, because we're going on dinner dates and giving each other flowers, just like before
Seems like old times, staying up for hours
Feels like old times, because we're staying up late together like we used to
Making dreams come true, doing things we used to do
We're making our dreams a reality by doing the things we used to enjoy together
Seems like old times, being here with you
Being here with you feels like old times because it's just as wonderful as it was before
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Carmen Lombardo, John Jacob Loeb
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Trombonology Erstwhile
I love this record -- I've always preferred Vaughn's version to the Lombardo treatment, despite the fact that Carmen had co-authorship of this great song, one of my favorites. The images is the lyrics are very vivid and irresistible, and Vaughn's vocal brings them into still sharper focus.
Trombonology Erstwhile
@beiderbecke1927 I almost quoted that very line in my original post!
Frank Schneider
Seems like old times, having you to walk with
Seems like old times, having you to talk with
And it's still a thrill just to have my arms around you
Still the thrill that it was the day I found you
Seems like old times, dinner dates and flowers
Just like old times, staying up for hours
Making dreams come true, doing things we used to do
Seems like old times being here with you
Seems like old times, dinner dates and flowers
Just like old times, staying up for hours
Making dreams come true, doing things we used to do
Seems like old times being here with you
Being here with you
Being here with you
Michael May
When I was in middle school, the school closed-circuit tv filmed an episode with me, displaying my 78 rpm record collection. The video ended with the closing part of this recording!
Stefan Romanov
Never forget the classics
Lawrence Phelps
Monroe sang like a soft breeze.
elv Big
Thank you