Let's Face The Music And Dance
Willie Nelson & Family Lyrics
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But while there's music and moonlight (moonlight and music) and love and romance
Let's face the music and dance
Before the fiddlers have fled
Before they ask us to pay the bill, and while we still have that chance
Let's face the music and dance
Humming a different tune and then
There may be teardrops to shed
So (but) while there's music and moonlight (moonlight and music) and love and romance
(Let's face the music and dance, dance)
(Let's face the music, let's hear that music)
Let's face the music and dance
The song "Let's Face the Music and Dance" by Willie Nelson & Family is a, perhaps slightly bittersweet, call to live life to the fullest, even in the face of trouble and uncertainty. The lyrics acknowledge that there may be hard times ahead, but encourage listeners to embrace the joy of music and romance while they still can. The reference to fiddlers and bills suggests that this is a night out at a club or bar in which the fun will soon come to an end, and the singer is urging their companion to make the most of it.
As the song progresses, it takes on a more reflective tone, with a hint of melancholy creeping in. The line "Soon, we'll be without the moon" seems to suggest that the good times will not last forever, and that eventually, the light of joy will fade away, leaving only darkness. However, even in this moment, the singer urges their partner to continue dancing and enjoying the music, because there may still be moments of happiness to come.
Line by Line Meaning
There may be trouble ahead
There are potential issues that may arise in the future.
But while there's music and moonlight (moonlight and music) and love and romance
However, if we have music, moonlight, and love, we can forget our problems and enjoy the moment.
Let's face the music and dance
We should confront our problems while still enjoying the moment.
Before the fiddlers have fled
Before the musicians stop playing and leave.
Before they ask us to pay the bill, and while we still have that chance
If we act quickly, we can avoid having to pay for the consequences of our actions.
Soon, we'll be without the moon
Eventually, the moon will disappear from the sky.
Humming a different tune and then
We'll be left with a different tone, or feeling.
There may be teardrops to shed
We may experience sadness or hardship.
So (but) while there's music and moonlight (moonlight and music) and love and romance
Despite the potential difficulties, we can find joy and hope in the moment.
(Let's face the music and dance, dance)
We should confront our problems and dance joyfully.
(Let's face the music, let's hear that music)
We should confront our issues while also appreciating the beauty of music.
Let's face the music and dance
We should confront our problems while still enjoying the moment.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Irving Berlin
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Melinda Neal (PRESENTS JUMPIN JAZZ CAT MUSIC)
Willie is such a big talent!Love his emmotion and feeling in each song he takes on.
Sebastião Veríssimo Da Silva
Willie Nelson,Ícone Internacional,Rei da Country Music .
2dark4shoes
God bless Willie for continuing to do what he does!
Buckeyelargo
It's hard not to like anything Willie sings. Thanks Bobbie & Willie for sharing your music with us.
Charles Marks
Having seen you live Willie I am so lucky to have listened to an ICON.....
Jasper Vincent
amazing, really looking forward to this one. sounds like another classic from willie. just reading his book 'roll me up and smoke me when i die', a wonderful read
Mary Ellen Mondt
I just wish before I leave this world I sure would love to just sit down and have a conversation with Willie. Met him years ago and have alot of his tapes, CDs,and books. I love Willie and his whole family. My very very favorite.
countrymoni
GREAT!!!!!
bugsme10
BUCKET LIST..... front row seat @ his concert
thawthepast
super