That old black magic has me in its spell, That old black magic that you weave so well; Icy fingers up and down my spine, The same old witchcraft when your eyes meet mine.
Interpretation
This quote expresses the enchanting and captivating effect of love on an individual.
In this quote, Johnny Mercer uses the metaphor of 'black magic' to describe the irresistible and enchanting feelings that love can evoke. The imagery of 'icy fingers' suggests a thrilling shiver that broadcasts the deep connection between two people, especially when their eyes meet. It captures the essence of love as both exciting and slightly eerie, emphasizing how powerful emotions can leave us spellbound.
In practice
Using this quote in a wedding speech to express the magical feeling of love.
The falling leaves drift by the window The autumn leaves of red and gold.... I see your lips, the summer kisses The sunburned hands, I used to hold Since you went away, the days grow long And soon I'll hear ol' winter's song. But I miss you most of all my darling, When autumn leaves start to fall.
Coherence and closure are deep human desires that are presently unfashionable. But they are always both frightening and enchantingly desirable. "Falling in love," characteristically, combs the appearances of the word, and of the particular lover's history, out of a random tangle and into a coherent plot.
And as we stray further from love, we multiply the words. Had we remained together we could have become a silence.
We turned at a dozen paces, for love is a duel, and looked at each other for the last time.
It's very difficult for me to say 'I love you' but to sing 'I love you' for me is easier.
We cultivate love when we allow our most vulnerable and powerful selves to be deeply seen and known, and when we honor the spiritual connection that grows from that offering with trust, respect, kindness and affection
It is staggering that God should love sinners, yet it is true.
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