Week Three


This week I chose to listen to the song “How Deep Is the Ocean,” by Bing Cosby (and composed by Irving Berlin). As we have learned, Bing Cosby was known as a crooner, which made him the perfect candidate to perform this song! As to the meaning and lyrics of the song, it’s a simple and sweet song about a man asking lots of question (aimed towards the love of his life). Bing Crosby’s voice, as soft and soothing as it is, helps bring across an intimate feel as you listen. He asks multiple questions like “how can I tell you what is in my heart?... “how can I tell you how much I love you?” and, “how can I measure just how much I do?” He then refers to the depth of the ocean and the height of the sky to make reference to the grandeur of his love for her! As to the tone of the song, it starts of with sort of a sad-tone but then transitions into a happier tone and note as the song moves along. The music and lyrics intertwine well together as love is a happy thing and that’s why that transition from sad to happy is made (i.e. love is to be celebrated)! I think my favorite part of the song is the transition itself as it kind of brings you from whatever state you’re currently in to a happier state! I thought the song was a little long for my liking, and quite repetitive, but nonetheless it was a great song and has lasted to live ‘till today!

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  1. Jesse SineSeptember 16, 2019 at 2:36 PM

    I like the song choice! Bing Crosby really does have such a unique sound. I also agree that the lyrics and the instrumental go hand in hand- a song really needs to be well furnished on both sides to be a good song!

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  2. gabejohnsonSeptember 16, 2019 at 9:53 PM

    I really liked your post because I could not find a good way to explain this song and how it tied back into the class but you nailed it! I like that you brought in all the different elements that make this song really work, like crooning. Thanks for the good insight!

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