Blue Moon
Amalia Rodrigues · On Broadway [2005]
Before I took up smiling
I hated the moonlight!
Shadows of the night
That poets find beguiling
Seemed flat as the moonlight
With no one to stay up for
I went to sleep at ten
Life was a bitter cup
For the saddest of all men
Once upon a time
My heart was just an organ
My life had no mission
Now that I have you
To be as rich as Morgan
Is my one ambition
Once I awoke at seven
Hating the morning light
Now I awake in Heaven
And all the world's all right
Blue moon you saw me standing alone
Without a dream in my heart
Without a love of my own
Blue moon
You knew just what I was there for
You heard me saying a pray'r for
Someone I really could care for
And then there suddenly appeared before me
The only one my arms will ever hold
I heard somebody whisper "Please adore me"
And when I looked, the moon had turned to gold!
Blue moon! Now I'm no longer alone
Without a dream in my heart
Without a love of my own
Blue moon you saw me standing alone
Without a dream in my heart
Without a love of my own
Blue moon
You knew just what I was there for
You heard me saying a prayer for
Someone I really could care for
And then there suddenly appeared before me
The only one my arms will ever hold
I heard somebody whisper "Please adore me"
And when I looked, the moon had turned to gold!
Blue moon! Now I'm no longer alone
Without a dream in my heart
Blue Moon
Amalia Rodrigues, widely revered as the Queen of Fado, delivers a poignant interpretation of the classic standard 'Blue Moon' on her 2005 album On Broadway. This recording highlights her remarkable versatility, showcasing her ability to transcend traditional Portuguese fado boundaries while maintaining the emotional depth that defined her legendary career. Known for her powerful, melancholic voice, Rodrigues brings a unique gravitas to this American standard, weaving her distinct stylistic signature into the familiar melody. The track stands as a testament to her enduring influence and her capacity to reinterpret global repertoire through the lens of her own profound musicality. Her performance on this album captures the essence of her later years, offering listeners a refined and deeply felt exploration of cross-cultural songwriting.