“C Moon” is a very clever song. On first listen, one may not know what meaning Paul had behind the term “C Moon”, and just take “C Moon” as a fun, lively song, but according to Paul,
There’s a line in [Wooly Bully] that says, ‘Let’s not be L7.’ Well, L7, it was explained at the time, means a square—put L and 7 together and you get a square… So I thought of the idea of putting a C and a moon together (a half-moon) to get the opposite of a square. So ‘C Moon’ means cool, in other words.
C Moon
Wings Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Was that the intro I should have been in?
C moon, C moon, C moon is she
C moon, C moon, C moon to me
How come no one older than me
Ever seems to understand the things I wanna do?
If I filled my head with glue
What's it all to you?
C moon, C moon, C moon is she
C moon, C moon, C moon to me
Bobby lived with Patty
But they never told her daddy
What their love was all about
She could tell her lover that he thought
But she never was the type to let it out
What's it all about?
C moon, C moon, oh, C moon are we
I said, C moon, C moon, C moon are we
How come no one older than me
Ever seems to understand the things I wanna do?
It will be L7 and I'd never get to heaven
If I filled my head with glue
What's it all to you?
C moon, C moon, C moon is she, oh
C moon, C moon, C moon to me
Bobby lived with Patty
But they never told her daddy
What their love was all about
She could tell her lover that he thought
But she never wanted to let it out
What's it all about?
C moon, C moon, C moon are we
C moon, C moon, C moon are we
Well, what's it all about?
C moon, C moon, C moon are we, oh
Oh yeah, yeah
C moon are we
Okay
The lyrics of "C Moon" by Wings leave a lot to interpretation, as Paul McCartney himself has stated that the song has no deep meaning or message. The chorus repeats the phrase "C Moon, C Moon, C Moon Is She" and "C Moon, C Moon, C Moon To Me" several times, which can be seen as a playful way of expressing a romantic attraction or infatuation. The verses, on the other hand, touch upon the frustration and misunderstandings that can arise when trying to pursue one's passions and dreams, especially when they deviate from the norm or aren't understood by others.
The line "How come no one older than me ever seems to understand the things I wanna do?" suggests a sense of loneliness or isolation that can stem from being a creative or unconventional person. The following lines, "It will be L7 and I'd never get to heaven if I filled my head with glue. What's it all to you?" seem to imply that the singer is more interested in living their own life and following their own path rather than adhering to others' expectations or fitting in with society's norms.
The story of Bobby and Patty adds another layer to the song, but it's left open-ended and ambiguous. It's unclear what their love is all about or why they choose to keep it a secret from Patty's father. It's possible that their situation mirrors the singer's own struggles with being true to oneself despite external pressures or expectations.
Overall, "C Moon" can be seen as a lighthearted yet introspective song that touches upon the challenges of being a creative or nonconformist person in a world that can sometimes feel stifling or unsupportive.
Line by Line Meaning
C Moon C Moon C Moon Is She.
The repeated phrase symbolizes the singer's obsession with 'her', possibly a love interest or a symbol of his desires.
C Moon C Moon C Moon To Me.
The repeated phrase suggests a sense of ownership or possessiveness the singer feels towards 'her'.
How Come No One Older Than Me
Ever Seems To Understand The Things I Wanna Do?
The singer feels misunderstood and unrelatable to older individuals who cannot grasp his aspirations and desires.
It Will Be L7 And I'd Never Get To Heaven
If I Filled My Head With Glue
What's It All To You?
The singer is aware that his decisions have consequences, but he is willing to take risks and follow his own path. He questions the opinions of others who do not share his mindset.
Bobby Lived With Patty
But They Never Told Her Daddy
What Their Love Was All About
She Could Tell Her Lover That He Thought But
She Never Was The Type To Let It Out
What's It All About?
The singer acknowledges a situation where two people (Bobby and Patty) hide their love, possibly due to societal or familial pressures. The singer does not understand why someone would keep their feelings hidden instead of expressing them.
C Moon, C Moon, Oh C Moon Are We
I Said C Moon, C Moon, C Moon Are We
The singer repeats the phrase in a questioning tone, as if seeking validation for his feelings towards 'her', as well as a sense of belonging and identification with his desires.
Well What's It All About?
The singer repeats the question, still unsure of the meaning behind the situations and feelings he's describing.
C Moon, C Moon, C Moon Are We
C Moon Are We
The singer ends the song with a definitive statement, repeating the phrase 'C Moon are we' as if solidifying his ownership over the situation.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Linda McCartney, Paul McCartney
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind