Lover Come Back to Me
Longing for Love's Return: Billie Holiday's Melancholic Plea
Lyrics
The sky was blue
The atmosphere or mood was positive and optimistic.
And high above
In a higher place, possibly symbolizing a sense of hope or aspiration.
The moon was new
The moon was in its early stages, suggesting a new beginning.
And so was love
Love was also in its early stages or a fresh experience.
This eager heart of mine was singing
The speaker's heart, full of anticipation, was expressing joy and excitement.
Lover, where can you be?
The speaker questions the whereabouts of their lover.
You came at last
The lover has finally arrived, and love is at its peak.
Love had its day
Love had its time of flourishing and fulfillment.
That day is past
That moment of love has passed, indicating a separation or change.
You've gone away
The lover has departed, leaving the speaker alone and heartbroken.
This aching heart of mine is singing
The speaker's heart is filled with pain and sorrow, singing for the lover to return.
Lover, come back to me
The plea for the lover to come back, expressing a deep desire for reconciliation.
When I remember every little thing
Recollection of every sweet memory and action the lover used to perform.
You used to do
The speaker is overwhelmed with loneliness, missing the lover's actions.
I'm so lonely
The speaker is lonely despite being on a path or journey.
Every road I walk along
The speaker feels accompanied by the memory of the lover on every path.
I walk along with you
The loneliness is exacerbated by the constant presence of the lover's memory.
No wonder I am lonely
The reason for the speaker's loneliness is clarified - the absence of the lover.
The sky is blue
Repetition of the initial scene, emphasizing the persistence of a positive atmosphere.
The night is cold
The night is described as cold, potentially representing emotional detachment.
The moon is new
Reiteration of the new moon, contrasting with the old love mentioned later.
But love is old
Love is portrayed as enduring, though the current situation may suggest otherwise.
And while I'm waiting here
The speaker waits in anticipation, emphasizing the yearning for the lover's return.
This heart of mine is singing
Despite the waiting, the heart continues to express the need for the lover.
Lover, come back to me
Reiteration of the plea for the lover to come back, underscoring the desperation.
When I remember every little thing
Recollection of past actions and memories intensifies the feeling of loneliness.
You used to do
The speaker's loneliness grows as memories of the lover's actions persist.
I grow lonely
Loneliness increases during the journey, emphasizing the lover's absence.
Every road I walk along
Walking along a path is a constant reminder of the absent lover.
I walk along with you
Loneliness is heightened by the continuous presence of the lover's memory.
No wonder I am lonely
The repetition underscores the pervasive loneliness due to the lover's departure.
The sky is blue
Reiteration of the positive atmosphere, contrasting with the emotional state.
The night is cold
The night is described as cold, possibly symbolizing emotional distance.
The moon is new
Repetition of the new moon, contrasting with the enduring nature of love.
But love is old
Despite the external elements, love is portrayed as having a long history.
And while I'm waiting here
The speaker continues to wait, emphasizing the persistence of longing.
This heart of mine is singing
Despite the wait, the heart continues to sing for the lover's return.
Lover, come back to me
The final plea for the lover to come back, expressing enduring desire and hope.
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