Deep Night
Ziggy Elman and His Orchestra Lyrics


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Deep night, stars in the sky above
Moonlight, lighting our place of love
Night winds seem to have gone to rest
Two eyes, brightly with love are gleaming
Come to my arms, my darling, my sweetheart, my own
Vow that you'll love me always, be mine alone

Deep night, whispering trees above
Kind night, bringing you nearer, dearer and dearer
Deep night, deep in the arms of love

Come to my arms, my darling, my sweetheart, my own
Vow that you'll love me always, and be mine alone

Deep night, whispering trees above




Kind night, bringing you nearer, dearer and dearer
Deep night, deep in the arms of love

Overall Meaning

The song "Deep Night" by Ziggy Elman describes a romantic setting where two lovers are in a quiet, peaceful place, surrounded by nature. The stars shine above, the moonlight illuminates their surroundings, and the night winds have gone to rest. The two lovers gaze into each other's eyes, which are bright with love, and the singer invites his sweetheart to come to his arms and vow to love him always and be his alone. The whispering trees add to the romantic atmosphere, and the night brings the two lovers closer and dearer to each other in the arms of love.


The song speaks to the timeless theme of love and how it can bring two people closer on a quiet, peaceful night. It also evokes the beauty of nature and how it can add to the romantic atmosphere. The invitation to come to his arms and vow love forever is a declaration of commitment and loyalty, showing the depth of love and connection between the two lovers.


Line by Line Meaning

Deep night, stars in the sky above
It is a late hour, and the sky is filled with shining stars


Moonlight, lighting our place of love
The moon's light illuminates the space where we express our affection


Night winds seem to have gone to rest
The soft breeze of the night has stopped blowing


Two eyes, brightly with love are gleaming
Your eyes appear enthusiastic and lively with affection


Come to my arms, my darling, my sweetheart, my own
Move closer to me so that I may embrace you, my beloved, my dear, my partner


Vow that you'll love me always, be mine alone
Promise me that you will always adore me, and remain exclusively mine


Deep night, whispering trees above
The surroundings are peaceful and the trees are rustling


Kind night, bringing you nearer, dearer and dearer
The tranquil atmosphere makes us feel closer and more intimate


Deep night, deep in the arms of love
In this serene night, we are embraced and absorbed in each other's love


Come to my arms, my darling, my sweetheart, my own
Come nestle in my arms, my beloved, my dear, my partner


Vow that you'll love me always, and be mine alone
Promise me that you will always devote your love to me, and commit only to me




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHARLES E. HENDERSON, RUDY VALLEE

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Comments from YouTube:

Trombonology Erstwhile

I love that Bluebird Ziggy series, before he actually had his own band; very tasteful sides -- none more so than this one -- and it's great to hear Ziggy getting all that space. Nick Fatool is terrific here, as usual. Hadn't heard this one sounding so good before!

SwingMan1938

Yeah, same here. Ziggy's Bluebird sides were always very quality, but this one - have mercy ! What a smooth, solid groove.

And it's easily one of my best transfers - very proud of this one.....

John Ferguson

Thanks Mark...great tune well played.

SwingMan1938

You bet, John - my favorite of Ziggy's Bluebird label (U.S.) sides captured in exceptional detail with amazing body and balance. Been waiting a while for the right time to post this one. ;)

David Todora

Excellent ‘39 Ziggy - Orchestral Spectacular! Thank You:)

Kirk Barkley

Very interesting interpretation of a 1929 Rudy Vallee hit

David Todora

We Dig! Thank goodness. Awesome 😎

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