"The Nearness of You" is not a song by Al Jarreau, but a popular jazz standard written by Hoagy Carmichael and Ned Washington. It has been covered by various artists, including Al Jarreau. The lyrics describe the intense and overwhelming feeling of being close to someone special. The song expresses that it is not external factors like the moon or sweet conversation that excite and thrill the speaker. Instead, it is simply being near to the person they love that brings them joy and fulfillment. The lyrics suggest that when they hold their loved one in their arms and feel their closeness, all their dreams come true. The lyrics further emphasize that the speaker doesn't need any extravagant set up or fancy lights to be enchanted. All they desire is the right to hold their loved one tightly and bask in the feeling of being close to them, especially in the night. The song highlights the power and significance of physical proximity and the emotional connection it brings. Al Jarreau's rendition of the song adds his unique vocal stylings and interpretation, lending his own emotional depth and resonance to the lyrics. Overall, "The Nearness of You" captures the essence of love and the profound effect that the closeness of a loved one can have on an individual.
