I was outside at midnight last night, just checking the sky. Clear, hovering around thirty degrees F in my backyard, moonlight flooded the area like Klieg lights. After a while of checking on Jupiter, the stars, and the moon, songs about moonlight and the moon swung into my musical mental stream. I imagine that, like me, a plethora of them shot right to the forefront of your minds. But as I took my final breaths, shivered, and wondered why I wasn’t wearing shoes (or at least slippers or socks) on the cold patio cement, the “Dancing in the Moonlight” cover by King Harvest (1972) won out.
So here we go. Have a good Friday, or whatever day you’re on. Wear a mask, please. Cheers
Dancing in the Moonlight (Original Recording) – King Harvest – YouTube
I was reminded of this:
Come a little bit closer Hear what I have to say Just like children sleepin’ We could dream this night away But there’s a full moon risin’ Let’s go dancin’ in the light We know where the music’s playin’ Let’s go out and feel the night Because I’m still in love with you I want to see you dance again Because I’m still in love with you On this harvest moon
One of the most beautiful songs I know.
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Yes, it impacted me when I heard it one of the first times. Good song for the end of the evening as you sit with a final sip, ponder what has been, and smile.
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