Written by: Cootie Williams, Bernard D Hanighen, Theolonious S Monk
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Discover the poetic beauty in ‘Round Midnight’ by Ahmad Jamal. This lyric breakdown takes you on a journey through the artist’s thoughts, emotions, and the story they aim to tell. From clever metaphors to evocative imagery, we delve into the nuances that make this song a lyrical masterpiece. Whether you’re a fan of Ahmad Jamal or a lover of well-crafted words, our detailed analysis will give you a deeper understanding and appreciation of this song.
It begins to tell
‘Round midnight, midnight
I do pretty well, till after sundown
Suppertime I’m feelin’ sad
But it really gets bad
‘Round midnight
Memories always start ’round midnight
Haven’t got the heart to stand those memories
When my heart is still with you
And ol’ midnight knows it, too
When a quarrel we had needs mending
Does it mean that our love is ending
Darlin’ I need you, lately I find
You’re out of my heart
And I’m out of my mind
Let our hearts take wings’
‘Round midnight, midnight
Let the angels sing
For your returning
Till our love is safe and sound
And old midnight comes around
Feelin’ sad
Really gets bad
Round, Round, Round Midnight