Lyrics
Now let the day just slip away so the dark night may
Expressing the idea of letting go of the day to welcome the night.
watch over you
The night is portrayed as a guardian watching over the listener.
Velvet blue, silent true, it embraces your heart and
Describing the night with the imagery of velvet blue and its silent, embracing nature for the heart and soul.
your soul. Nocturne
Introducing the term "Nocturne" to signify a musical composition inspired by or evocative of the night.
Never cry, never sigh, you don't have to wonder why
Encouragement not to cry or sigh, suggesting a soothing and comforting atmosphere.
Always be, always see, come and dream the night
Encouraging constant existence and observation, inviting the listener to dream together.
with me, Nocturne
Reiteration of the term "Nocturne" and an invitation to dream the night together.
Have no fear when the night draws near
Assurance that there is no need to fear the approaching night.
and fills you with dreams and desires
Describing the night as a time that brings dreams and desires.
Like a child asleep so warm so deep
Comparing the warmth and depth of a child's sleep to the listener's experience during the night.
You will find me there waiting for you
Promise to be present and waiting for the listener in their dreams.
Nocturne
Reiteration of the term "Nocturne" to emphasize the musical and emotional aspect of the night.
Never cry, never sigh, you don't have to wonder why
Repetition of the advice not to cry or sigh, emphasizing a soothing and comforting atmosphere.
Always be, always see, come and dream the night
Reiteration of the call for constant existence and observation, inviting the listener to dream together.
with me, Nocturne
Repetition of the term "Nocturne" and the invitation to share the night in dreams.
Now the darkness lay, it will give way
Describing the eventual transition from darkness to day, suggesting a cyclical nature of night and day.
When the dark night delivers the day, Nocturne
Highlighting the role of the dark night in bringing forth the day, further emphasizing the significance of the term "Nocturne."
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