The Way You Look Tonight
Victor Young & His Orchestra Lyrics
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And the world is cold
I will feel a glow just thinking of you
And the way you look tonight
Yes, you're lovely
With your smile so warm, and your cheek so soft
There is nothing for me but to love you
With each word your tenderness grows
Tearing my fear apart
And that smile that wrinkles your nose
Touches my foolish heart
Lovely, never, never change
Keep that breathless charm
Won't you please arrange it, 'cause I love you
Just the way you look tonight
Just the way you look tonight
The lyrics to Victor Young & His Orchestra's song The Way You Look Tonight express the idea that even when the world is cold and difficult, the mere thought of a loved one can bring warmth and happiness. The singer describes their love's physical and emotional attributes, highlighting their warm smile and tenderheartedness, which melts away any fears or worries. The mention of a smile that wrinkles the nose shows an appreciation for the little imperfections that make someone unique and special. The singer also expresses a desire for the loved one to never change, as they are perfect just the way they are.
Overall, the song is a romantic tribute to the beauty and uniqueness of one's loved one. The lyrics convey a deep sense of love and admiration, as well as a longing to hold onto the fleeting moments of beauty in life.
Line by Line Meaning
Someday, when I'm awfully low
There may be a day in the future when I'm feeling down and out
And the world is cold
And the world will seem like a harsh and unfriendly place
I will feel a glow just thinking of you
But even in those moments, just the thought of you will make me feel better
And the way you look tonight
Particularly, I'll be remembering the way you look tonight
Yes, you're lovely
You are so incredibly beautiful
With your smile so warm, and your cheek so soft
Your smile is so inviting, and your cheeks are so soft to touch
There is nothing for me but to love you
It's impossible not to love you with every fiber of my being
Just the way you look tonight
Especially based on your appearance tonight
With each word your tenderness grows
Every word you say reveals more and more of your kindness
Tearing my fear apart
In fact, your words have the power to shatter any fear or anxiety within me
And that smile that wrinkles your nose
Even more amazing is the way your smile wrinkles your nose in the most charming way
Touches my foolish heart
Seeing that smile touches my heart in a way that makes me feel foolish for being so enamored with you
Lovely, never, never change
Please never change, you are already so perfect the way you are
Keep that breathless charm
Maintain that breathtaking charm that leaves me breathless
Won't you please arrange it, 'cause I love you
Would you kindly arrange to keep being yourself and never change? Because I love you
Just the way you look tonight
Particularly, based on your appearance tonight
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., SHAPIRO BERNSTEIN & CO. INC.
Written by: Dorothy Fields, Jerome Kern
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