So Nice
Walter Wanderley and Astrud Gilberto Lyrics


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Someone to hold me tight
That would be very nice
Someone to love me right
That would be very nice
Someone to understand
Each little dream in me
Someone to take my hand
And be a team with me

So nice, life would be so nice
If one day I'd find
Someone who would take my hand
And samba through life with me

Someone to cling to me
Stay with me right or wrong
Someone to sing to me
Some little samba song
Someone to take my heart
And give his heart to me
Someone who's ready to
Give love a start with me





Oh yeah, that would be so nice
I could see you and me, that would be nice

Overall Meaning

The song "So Nice" by Walter Wanderley is a classic Bossa Nova tune that talks about the desire for a romantic partner who understands and loves the singer completely. The lyrics express the singer's longing for someone to hold them tight, love them right, and understand their every dream. They want someone who will take their hand and be their partner through life. The singer hopes to find someone to cling to them and sing samba songs to them. The song concludes with the singer stating that life would be so much nicer if they found someone who would be ready to start a love journey with them.


The powerful message of "So Nice" connects with many people, especially those looking for love. The lyrics express a yearning for a deep and meaningful connection that transcends mere physical attraction. Instead, the singer desires a partner who understands their soul and complements their aspirations. The use of samba music in the song also adds to the romantic and dreamy atmosphere, which is a notable feature of the Bossa Nova genre.


Line by Line Meaning

Someone to hold me tight
I desire someone who can embrace me tightly with love


That would be very nice
Having such a person would be overwhelming


Someone to love me right
I seek a person who can love me appropriately


That would be very nice
It would be amazing to find such a person


Someone to understand
I long for someone who can comprehend my every thought and feeling


Each little dream in me
Every little dream that I have, they should be able to understand


Someone to take my hand
I want someone with whom I can join hands and move forward together


And be a team with me
Together, we can work hard and achieve our dreams


So nice, life would be so nice
It would feel so good to have someone to share my life with


If one day I'd find
I dream of meeting someone who meets my expectations


Someone who would take my hand
I desire a person who is willing to be with me through thick and thin


And samba through life with me
Together, we can enjoy life to the fullest and have some fun


Someone to cling to me
I need someone to hold on to when life gets tough


Stay with me right or wrong
They should stick with me whether I am right or wrong


Someone to sing to me
I wish someone could sing some romantic Samba songs for me


Some little samba song
A piece of music that can uplift my spirit and make me feel loved


Someone to take my heart
I am looking for someone who can capture my heart


And give his heart to me
And equally reciprocate with love


Someone who's ready to
I eagerly seek someone who is highly prepared


Give love a start with me
To start a journey of love with me


Oh yeah, that would be so nice
It feels too good to imagine


I could see you and me, that would be nice
I can visualize a great future with the one I love




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Norman Gimbel, Marcos Kostenbader Valle, Paulo Sergio Kostenbader Valle

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Comments from YouTube:

@TrudyLookinglassFog

I was born in 1966. What a nice era. I grew up hearing bossa nova tunes and Astrud on the radio and in elevators from time to time. It's so very nice to hear this again! Thank you for uploading.

@SalazarAbe1st

+TrudyLookinglassFog I'm 17 and I agree!

@henrybarravino4277

Me too

@henrybarravino4277

Great sound music magical instruments 🎉

@Wixom2200

I LOVE the Wanderley sound. It just flows. The dude was so good. It's crazy. This cat has it going on. I wish I could have seen him live. He' s been gone a while, but his music lives on!

@davidg.9932

A very Happy 81st Birthday Astrud Evangelina Weinert-March 29, 1940 Salvador, Bahia, Brazil. And, god willing, many more. Her work Walter Wanderley really shows her talent too. Queen of Bossa Nova singers..

@shihlin1

Her breath control is absolutely amazing !
The long phrases and she hardly comes up for air.
The lilting English phrased beautifully, you can hear every syllable in place.
And to think Astrud was a last minute addition to "Girl from Ipanema" that almost didn't happen.
Indeed one of the greatest finds not only in Bossa Nova, but jazz and lounge music.

@alairdias7271

Que lindeza de arranjos do Mestre Walter Wanderley, e a interpretação Fenomenal da inimitável Astrud Gilberto, é demais.

@dudley5533

Perfect blend of beautiful voice and samba beat provided by great musicians.

@trevorthorpe4510

Oh man! whenever you get the chance to hear Walter Wanderley it's a great moment. Add Astrud Gilberto to the mix. Too bad I came along so late and too bad Walter is no longer with us.

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