Retro-Songteksten: Evergreens, Classics, Old-Time Favourites, Hits Uit Onze Jeugd
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The Sky Is Crying Composer(s): Elmore James - Bobby Robinson - Morris Levy - Clarence Lewis First recording/First release by: Elmore James - 1959/1960 Covered by multiple other artists
The Sky Is Cryin Can you see the tears roll down the street The Sky Is Cryin Can you see the tears roll down the street
Ive been lookin for my baby And I wonder where she can be I saw may baby early one mornin She was walking on down the street
I saw may baby early this mornin She was walking on down the street You known it hurt me hurt me so bad Made my poor heart skip a beat
Ive got a real, real, real, real bad feelin... that my baby she dont love me no more Ive got a real, real, real bad feelin... that my baby dont love me no more You know the sky... the skys been cryin yah Can you see the tears roll down my nose
The Secret Language Of Birds Composer(s): Ian Anderson Performer(s): Ian Anderson
This sparkling wine is all but empty Too late for trains and no taxis I know the feeling Seems all too contrived There was no master plan but the fact is you must stay with me and learn the secret language of birds A tentative dawn about to be breaking on a Rousseau garden with monkeys in hiding The truth of the matter, yet to be spoken in words on which everything, everything's riding Now stay with me and learn the secret language of birds
Circled by swallows in a world for the weary Courted by warblers; wicked and eloquent trilling
Lie in the stillness, window cracked open Extended moments, hours for the taking Careless hair on the pillow, a bold brushstroke Painted verse with a chorus in waiting Stay with me and learn the secret language of birds
Coconut (aka Lime In The Coconut) Composer(s): Harry Nilsson Originally performed by: Harry Nilsson Covered by various other artists
Brother bought a coconut, he bought it for a dime His sister had another one, she paid it for a lime She put the lime in the coconut, she drank them both up She put the lime in the coconut, she drank them both up She put the lime in the coconut, she drank them both up She put the lime in the coconut, she called the doctor, woke him up And said, "Doctor, ain't there nothin' I can take I say, Doctor, to relieve this belly ache? I say, Doctor, ain't there nothin' I can take I say, Doctor, to relieve this belly ache?" "Now let me get this straigh " Put the lime in the coconut, you drank them both up Put the lime in the coconut, you drank them both up Put the lime in the coconut, you drank them both up Put the lime in the coconut, you called your doctor, woke him up And say, 'Doctor, ain't there nothing I can take I say, Doctor, to relieve this belly ache? I say, Doctor, doctor, ain't there nothin' I can take I say, Doctor, dooooctor, to relieve this belly ache? Put the lime in the coconut, drink them both together Put the lime in the coconut, then you feel better Put the lime in the coconut, drink them both up Put the lime in the coconut, and call me in the morning Wouh wouh wouh wouh wouh Brother bought a coconut, he bought it for a dime His sister had another one, she paid it for a lime She put the lime in the coconut, she drank them both up She put the lime in the coconut, she called the doctor, woke him up Say "Doctor, ain't there nothin' I can take I say, Doctor, to relieve this belly ache? I say, Doctor, ain't there nothin' I can take I say Doctor! let me get this straight" You put the lime in the coconut, drink them both up You put the lime in the coconut, drink them both up You put the lime in the coconut, drink them both up Put the lime in the coconut, you such a silly woman! Put the lime in the coconut, drink them both together Put the lime in the coconut, then you feel better Put the lime in the coconut, drink them both down Put the lime in the coconut, and call me in the morning Woo Woo, ain't there nothin' you can take, I say Woo Woo, to relieve my belly ache You say woo woo ain't there nothin' I can take, I say Woo woo, to relieve your belly ache You say yah yah, ain't there nothin' I can take, I say Waah waah, to relieve this belly ache I say doctor!, ain't there nothin' I can take I say doctor!, ain't there nothin' I can take I say doctor!, ain't there nothin' I can take I say Doctor!, you such a silly woman! Put the lime in the coconut, drink them both together Put the lime in the coconut, then you feel better Put the lime in the coconut, drink them both up Put the lime in the coconut, and call me in the moooooorning Yes, you call me in the morning If you call me in the morning, then (x5)
Ribbon In The Sky Composer(s): Stevie Wonder Performer(s): Stevie Wonder; and various other artists
Oh so long for this night I prayed That a star would guide you my way To share with me this special day Where a ribbon's in the sky for our love
If allowed may I touch your hand And if pleased may I once again So that you too will understand There's a ribbon in the sky for our love
Do...Do... Do Do Do Do Do... Hmm Hmm...
This is not a coincidence And far more than a lucky chance But what is that was always meant Is our ribbon in the sky for our love, love
We can't lose with God on our side We'll find strength in each tear we cry From now on it will be you and I And our ribbon in the sky Ribbon in the sky A ribbon in the sky for our love
The Secret Garden Composer(s): El DeBarge - Quincy Jones - Rod Temperton - Siedah Garrett Performer(s): Quincy Jones and multiple other artists
Tell me your secret I don't just want to know about any secret of yours... (Oh...) Because tonight I want you to learn all about the secrets In your garden
I wanna read your mind, know you deepest feelings I wanna make it right for you Baby, show me Let me share the mystery, oh... (Ooh) (Come on, come on, come on, come on) Listen to your heart tonight (Come on, come on, come on) Make it alright, yeah, yeah, yeah (Come on, come out tonight)
I know a melody that we could sing together Ive got the secret key to you, baby Lets make music Harmonizin ecstasy (Come on, come on, come on, come on) Come on, sing it to me
Here in the garden Where temptation feels so right (Oh...) Passion can make you fall for what you feel In the garden (Ooh...) We can make it come alive (We can make it come alive) Every night, oh, woman (Every single night) Your secret garden, hoo..., hoo..., hoo..., hoo...
(Oh, baby) I need to be with you, let me lay beside you Do what you want me too all night Gonna hold you Ooh, baby, can I touch you there (Come on, come on, come on, come on) I can keep you satisfied, baby (Come on, come on, come on) Ooh, ooh-wee, ooh-wee, baby Please, baby, oh, darlin (Come on, come out tonight)
(Yeah, baby) Ill take good care of you Thats what a man is supposed to do And Ill be there for you all the time Let your hair down Let me get you in the mood (Come on, come on, come on, come on) Come on, take me, take me with you
Into the garden (Into the garden) Where temptation feels so right Passion can make you fall for what you feel In the garden We can make it come alive Every night, oh, woman Here in the garden
And I never wanted anyone (Woo..., ooh..., ooh..., woo...) I never wanted anyone as much as I, as much as I want you I want you to show me, I want you to tell me how you feel (Ooh-wee, ooh-wee...) All the secrets
If you think I am gonna take care of you If you think I have got what you need Sho you right (And I want to take our time because we have all night)
If you think I am gonna be good to you If you think I like what you do Sho you right (Oh, Im gon be so good to you, baby, ooh-wee, ooh-wee...)
If you think I am gonna take care of you (Hey...) If you think I have got what you need Sho you right (Let me know your secrets) (Oh, yeah...)
If you think I am gonna be good to you If you think I like what you do Sho you right (Sho you right, baby, you dont know me)
If you think I am gonna take care of you (Ooh...) If you think I have got what you need Sho you right (How does that feel)
If you think I am gonna be good to you (Im gonna be good to you) If you think I like what you do (Oh...) Sho you right (Oh...) (Sho' you right...)
If you think I am gonna take care of you (Hoo...) If you think I have got what you need Sho you right (Turn the lights down low) If you think I am gonna be good to you...
Riacho do Navio corre pro Pajeú O rio Pajeú vai despejar no São Francisco O rio São Francisco vai bater no meio do mar Se eu fosse um peixe Ao contrário do rio Nadava contra as águas e nesse desafio Saía lá do mar, pro riacho do navio Eu ia diretinho pro riacho do navio Fazer o meu ranchinho Fazer umas caçadas, vê as pegas de boi Andar nas vaquejadas Dormir ao som do cocalho E acordar na passarada Sem rádio e sem notícia Das terras civilizadas Meu amor não vá simbora Fique mais um bocadinho Se você for seu nêgo chora Vamos ficar mais um tiquinho Quando eu entro numa farra Não quero sair mais não Vou até quebra a barra E pegar o sol com a mão
The Second Time Around Composer(s): Sammy Cahn - Jimmy Van Heusen First performance by: Bing Crosby - 1960 Covered by multiple other artists
Love is lovelier the second time around Just as wonderful with both feet on the ground It's that second time you hear your love song sung Makes you think, perhaps, that love, like youth is wasted on the young
Love's more comfortable the second time you fall Like a friendly home, the second time you call Who can say what brought us to this miracle we've found? There are those who'll bet love comes but once, and yet I'm oh so glad we met the second time around
Who can say what brought us to this miracle we've found? There are those who'll bet love comes but once, and yet I'm oh so glad we met the second time around
Cocktails For Two
Composer(s): Arthur Johnston - Sam Coslow
Performer(s): Carl Brisson
and multiple other artists
Oh what delight to be given the right
To be carefree and gay once again
No longer slinking, respectably drinking
Like civilized ladies and men
No longer need we miss
A charming scene like this....
In some secluded rendezvous
That overlooks the avenue
With someone sharing a delightful chat
Of this and that, and cocktails for two
As we enjoy a cigarette
To some exquisite chansonnette
Two hands are sure to slyly meet beneath
A serviette, with cocktails for two
My head may go reeling
But my heart will be obedient
With intoxicating kisses
For the principal ingredient
Most any afternoon at five
We'll be so glad we're both alive
Then maybe fortune will complete her plan
That all began with cocktails for two
Rhythm Of The Rain Composer(s): John Gummoe
First release: The Cascades - 1963
Covered by multiple other artists
Versions In Other Languages:
1963 - Ritme Van De Regen (Rob de Nijs)
1963 - En Écoutant La Pluie (Richard Anthony)
Listen to the rhythm of the falling rain telling me just what a fool Ive been I wish that it would go and let me cry in vain and let me be alone again
The only girl I care about has gone away looking for a brand new start but little does she know that when she left that day along with her she took my heart
Rain, please, tell me now, does that seem fair for her to steal my heart away when she dont care I cant love another when my hearts somewhere far away
The only girl I care about has gone away looking for a brand new start but little does she know that when she left that day along with her she took my heart
Falling rain Cry in vain
But, rain, wont you tell her that I love her so Please, ask the sun to set her heart aglow Rain in her heart, and let the love we knew start to grow
Listen to the rhythm of the falling rain telling me just what a fool Ive been I wish that it would go and let me cry in vain and let me be alone again
Falling rain Falling rain Listen to the rhythm of the falling rain Falling rain Listen to the rhythm of the Listen to the rhythm of the Cry in vain Listen to the rhythm of the
The only girl I care about has gone away looking for a brand new start but little does she know that when she left that day along with her she took my heart
The Second Star To The Right Composer(s): Sammy Cahn - Sammy Fain First performance: The Jud Conlon Chorus and The MelloMen - 1953 Covered by multiple other artists
The second star to the right Shines in the night for you To tell you that the dreams you plan Really can come true
The second star to the right Shines with a light that's rare And if it's Never Land you need It's light will lead you there
Twinkle, twinkle little star So I'll know where you are Gleaming in the skies above Lead me to the one who loves me
And when you bring him my way Each time we say "Goodnight" We'll thank the little star that shines The second from the right
Un Cocktail Pour Deux Performer(s): Sylvie Vartan & Johnny Hallyday
Puisque ce soir tu es fâchée C'est bien toi qui l'a cherché Dans l'alcool je veux me noyer Je veux aussi Barman! Un cocktail pour moi
Tu n'as pas honte de boire comme ça Puisque tu bois pourquoi pas moi Ta tête est plus dure que du bois Et toi aussi Barman! Un cocktail pour moi
Ma mère m'avait bien dit Surtout méfie-toi de ce Johnny
Quand j'ai dit "j'épouse Sylvie" Mes copains pleuraient Je n'ai pas compris Les filles mon dieu quelle invention Quelle catastrophe pour les garçons Ça me servira de leçon À moi aussi Barman! Un cocktail pour moi
Mais qui c'est celui-là J'attends Johnny ne restez-pas là
Mais que faites-vous ici Laissez cette place Moi j'attends Sylvie
Tiens quelle surprise que fais-tu là Un hasard je passais par là On prend un verre pour fêter ça Tu crois? Je crois! Barman! Un cocktail pour deux
Rhythm Of The Night Composer(s): Diane Warren Performer(s): DeBarge
When it feels like the world is on your shoulders and all of the madness has got you goin crazy
It's time to get out, step out into the street Where all of the action is right there at your feet, well..
I know a place where we can dance the whole night away underneath the electric stars Just come with me and we can shake your blues right away You'll be doin fine once the music starts... Oh!
Feel the beat of the rhythm of the night dance until the morning light Forget about the worries on your mind you can leave them all behind feel the beat of the rhythm of the night.. oohh the rhythm of the night...ooohh yeah
Look out on the street now, the party's just beginning The music's playing, a celebration's starting
Under the streetlights, the scene is being set A night for romance A night you won't forget, so
Come join the fun, this ain't no time to be staying home mmm..there's too much going on...oh! Tonight is gonna be a night like you've never known We're gonna have a good time the whole night long...oh!
Feel the beat of the rhythm of the night dance until the morning light Forget about the worries on your mind we can leave them all behind Feel the beat of the rhythm of the night.. oohh the rhythm of the night...ooohh yeah
la la la la la la la la la la la la la la la la la The music's playin'! It's a celebration! The music's playin', everybody dance!
Feel the beat of the rhythm of the night dance until the morning light Forget about the worries on your mind we can leave them all behind Feel the beat of the rhythm of the night.. oohh the rhythm of the night...ooohh yeah
Cockles And Mussels (aka Molly Malone) Composer(s): James Yorkston; Edmund Forman
In Dublin's fair city Where girls are so pretty Twas there that I first met Sweet Molly Malone As she wheeled her wheelbarrow Through streets broad and narrow Mussels Cockles and mussels, alive, alive oh Alive, alive oh, alive, alive oh Crying Cockles and mussels, alive, alive oh
Now she was a fishmonger And sure twas no wonder For so were her mother Ad father before And they each Wheeled their barrows Through streets broad and narrow Crying Cockles and mussels, alive, alive oh She died of a fever And no one could save her And that was the end Of sweet Molly Malone Now her ghost Wheels her barrow Through streets Broad and narrow Crying Cockles and mussels, alive, alive oh
Rhythm Of Romance Composer(s): Mitchel Delevie; Gino Vannelli; Joe Vannelli Performer(s): Gino Vannelli
Coke machines on the Ho Chi Minh trail Russian spies shopping at Bloomingdales Killer bees swarming up the Rio Grande Hey baby where'd you get that tan Rome burns as we dance cheek to cheek Titanic's sinking but oooh do we look chic New york city's got the Hong Kong flu And I can't take my eyes off you Mx GI Joe Rsvp UFO Abcia I still want to know who shot JFK
Let's dance To the rhythm of romance Let's swing 'neath the stars above C'mon let's dance To the rhythm of romance Let's kiss Let's fall in love
Johnny woke up from his American dream Rich man poor man and a desert in between Crystal chandeliers hangin' by a thread We're in the pink baby just two trillon in the red And I hear Gabriel blowing his saxophone Through a great big hole in the ozone Who cares if the sun don't rise When I look in to your ultraviolet eyes That's life, this is war I took it on faith, can't take it anymore Old, young, yin and yang We'll all go together in the next big bang Boom shug a lug a lug a boom
Let's dance To the rhythm of romance Let's swing 'neath the stars above C'mon let's dance To the rhythm of romance Let's kiss Let's fall in love
Pour out the wine, little girl I've got just two friends in this whole wide world Here's to reckless lovers We all need somebody Stashed in the yellow Jag I've got my life and laundry in a Gladstone bag You should know the program Just one red rose and a tender goodbye [One last goodbye]
And I run to the second arrangement It's only the natural thing Who steps out with no regrets A sparkling conscience A new address When I run to the second arrangement The home of a mutual friend Now's the time to redefine the first arrangement again
It's a sticky situation A serious affair I must explain it to you somehow Right now I'll just move back one square
Here comes that noise again Another scrambled message from my last best friend Something I can dance to A song with tears in it Old friends abandon me It's just the routine politics of jealousy Someday we'll remember That one red rose and one last goodbye [One last goodbye]
Cocaine Carolina Composer(s): David Allan Coe Performer(s): David Allan Coe
Morning found me lyin' on a floor in New Orleans Looking like the patches was about to eat my jeans Feeling like my belly was a warehouse for the blues And I sure miss my sweet Cocaine Carolina Better on an ocean liner call the Cocaine Carolina She was quite a lady then and I was twenty two God knows how much I adored her I just never could afford her Cocaine Carolina how did I get hooked on you So goodbye Cocaine Carolina you and I are through I'm going back to Sandy Skag she knows just what to do She don't love me for my money she just wants my body honey Cocaine Carolina how did I get hooked on you
Oh someone said if I was lucky I could go back to Kentucky Lexington was famous for its bluegrass and its hills Carolina we should get up don't you know we'll have to split up Baby I should go to California Goodbye Cocaine Carolina... Oh goodbye Cocaine Carolina... Oh goodbye Cocaine Carolina...
Rhythm Of My Heart Composer(s): John Capek; Marc Jordan Performer(s): Rod Stewart; and various other artists
Across the street the river runs Down in the gutter life is slipping away Let me still exist in another place Running down under cover Of a helicopter blade
The flames are getting higher In effigy Burning down the bridges of my memory Love may still alive somewhere someday where they're downing only deer a hundred steel towns away
Oh, rhythm of my heart is beating like a drum with the words "I Love you" rolling off my tongue No never will I roam for I know my place is home Where the ocean meets the sky I'll be sailing
Photographs and kerosene light up my darkness light it up light it up I can still feel the touch of your thin blue jeans Running down the alley I've got my eyes all over you, baby Oh, baby
Oh, the rhythm of my heart is beating like a drum with the words "I Love you" rolling off my tongue No never will I roam for I know my place is home Where the ocean meets the sky I'll be sailing
Oh, yeah
Oh, I've got lightning in my veins shifting like the handle of a slot machine Love may still exist in another place I'm just yanking back the handle no expression on my face
Oh, the rhythm of my heart is beating like a drum with the words "I Love you" rolling off my tongue No never will I roam for I know my place is home Where the ocean meets the sky I'll be sailing
Oh, the rhythm of my heart is beating like a drum with the words "I Love you" rolling off my tongue No never will I roam for I know my place is home Where the ocean meets the sky I'll be sailing
The rhythm of my heart is beating like a drum with the words "I Love you" rolling off my tongue. No never will I roam for I know my place is home Where the ocean meets the sky I'll be sailing
