The sun is setting and you’re right here by my side
And the movie is playing, but we won’t be watching tonight
Every look (Every look), every touch (Every touch)
Makes me wanna give you my heart (Ooh)
I be crushin’ on you, baby
Stay right where you are, ’cause
I never knew, I never knew
You could hold moonlight in your hands
‘Til the night I held you
You are my moonlight, moonlight
I kiss his fingertips as I’m wishing he’s all mine
He’s giving me Elvis with some James Dean in his eyes
Puts his lips (Puts his lips) on my neck (On my neck)
Makes me wanna give him my body
I be fallin’ for you, baby
And I just can’t stop, ’cause
I never knew, I never knew
You could hold moonlight in your hands
‘Til the night I held you
You are my moonlight, moonlight
(Baby, I be fallin’)
You’re my moonlight, moonlight
He’s so bossy, he makes me dance
Tryna sit in the back of his whip and just cancel my plans
Sweet like candy, but he’s such a man
He knows just what it does when he’s holding me tight
And he calls me “moonlight” too
Capturing Romance Under the Moonlight
“Moonlight” by Ariana Grande is a dreamy ballad that captures the magic of new love. Through vivid imagery and heartfelt confessions, Grande paints a picture of an intimate evening where the world fades away, leaving only her and her partner. The lyrics evoke a sense of wonder, as she describes how every touch and glance pulls her deeper into affection. The chorus’s revelation—”You could hold moonlight in your hands”—serves as a metaphor for the rare and luminous quality of their connection.
The Allure of Vintage Romance
Grande references classic icons like Elvis and James Dean, imbuing her lover with an old-school charm. There’s a delicate balance between innocence and sensuality as she expresses vulnerability and desire. The playful yet passionate tone of the song celebrates both the sweetness and intensity of falling in love, highlighting the comfort and excitement found in someone who makes you feel truly seen.
Song Credits
Songwriters: Victoria McCants, Peter Svensson, Ariana Grande
Release Year: 2016
Label: Republic Records