Dream
Harmonizing Dreams: Rediscovering Nostalgic Melodies
Lyrics
Won't you play some simple melody
Requesting someone to perform a simple tune.
Like my mother sang to me
Asking for a melody reminiscent of the singer's mother's songs.
One with a good old-fashioned harmony
Desiring a tune with a traditional, pleasing combination of musical notes.
Play some simple melody
Reiterating the request for a straightforward melody.
Musical demon, set your honey a-dreamin',
Addressing a skilled musician, encouraging them to captivate the singer's partner.
Won't you play me some rag
Asking for a rendition of ragtime music.
Just change that classical nag to some sweet beautiful drag
Suggesting a transformation of classical music into an appealing, melodious style.
If you will play from a copy of a tune
Requesting a performance of a catchy, rhythmic tune.
That is choppy you'll get all my applause
Assuring applause if the musician plays a lively and engaging piece.
And that is simply because I wanna listen to rag
Expressing a preference for listening to ragtime music.
Play for me
Requesting the musician to play a specific style.
That good old-fashioned harmony
Asking for a return to a familiar and pleasant musical arrangement.
Oh, won't you play for me
Repeating the plea for a tune in a traditional style.
A simple melody
Insisting on the performance of a straightforward melody.
Play from a copy of a tune that is choppy
Emphasizing the desire for an engaging, rhythmic tune.
You'll get all of my applause because
Offering applause for a lively and enjoyable performance.
I wanna rag it
Expressing a strong desire for ragtime music.
Ragtime melody
Reiteration of the desire for a melody in the style of ragtime.
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