Elvis Presley – Moonlight Swim

About the song

Background

“Moonlight Swim” is a song performed by Elvis Presley in the 1961 movie “Blue Hawaii.” The songwriters are Sylvia Dee and Ben Weisman. The film showcases Elvis’ character Chad Gates on a vacation in Hawaii. “Moonlight Swim” appears in a scene where Chad is cruising in a convertible with a group of friends, soaking up the beautiful Hawaiian scenery.

Themes

“Moonlight Swim” captures the carefree vibes of a Hawaiian vacation. The lyrics paint a picture of warm nights, starry skies, and the beauty of the ocean. It focuses on the romantic potential that a moonlight swim can create.

Lyrics

The lyrics talk about the beauty of the Hawaiian night and the feeling of freedom that comes with being on vacation. The singer expresses his desire to take a loved one for a swim under the moonlight.

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Lyrics

Let’s go on a moonlight swimFar away from the crowdAll alone upon the beachOur lips and our armsClose within each others reachWill be on a moonlight swim
Let’s go on a moonlight swimTo the raft we can raceAfter just a little whileI’ll sit and pretendThat you’re on a desert isleWith me on a moonlight swim
Though the air is coldWith kisses oh so sweetI’ll keep you warmSo very warm from head to you feet
Let’s go on a moonlight swimWe’re in love and aboveThere’s a crazy balloonThat sits winking downAnd inviting us to come on inOn a moonlight swim
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