Fly Me to the Moon (In Other Words) Lyrics

“Fly Me to the Moon,” originally titled “In Other Words,” is a classic song written by Bart Howard in 1954. The tune gained massive popularity when Frank Sinatra’s 1964 version was used by NASA as part of the Apollo space missions, embedding it in the fabric of American space history. Its smooth melody and romantic lyrics, which sweetly implore the listener to be taken to the moon, have made it a quintessential jazz standard, covered by many artists across multiple genres. The song epitomizes the joy and grandeur of the space age, evoking a sense of wonder and affection that transcends time.

Sinatra’s rendition, arranged by Quincy Jones for the album “It Might as Well Be Swing,” features the Count Basie Orchestra and showcases Sinatra’s signature charm and effortless vocal finesse. The song’s allure lies in its blend of swaying rhythm and poetic imagery, as it invites a lover to join in a celestial dance among the stars. “Fly Me to the Moon” has since been etched into popular culture, not only through its association with space exploration but also through its presence in movies, television shows, and other forms of media, sealing its legacy as an emblem of the American songbook.

Lyrics

Fly me to the moon
Let me play among the stars
And let me see what spring is like on
A-Jupiter and Mars

In other words
Hold my hand
In other words
Baby, kiss me

Fill my heart with song
And let me sing forever more
You are all I long for
All I worship and adore

In other words
Please, be true
In other words
I love you

Fill my heart with song
Let me sing forever more
You are all I long for
All I worship and adore

In other words
Please, be true
In other words
In other words
I love
You

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