"Evenin'" is a song performed by Julie London, an American singer and actress, known for her sultry and smooth vocal style. The song was originally written by Harry White and Mitchell Parish and was recorded by various artists throughout the years. The lyrics depict a woman longing for her man who has left her. The narrator addresses the evening as a symbol of loneliness and pain, as it always reminds her of her lost love. She expresses her sorrow and the passing of time without him, emphasizing how every minute feels like an eternity. The shadows falling on the wall represent the darkness and emptiness that the narrator feels in her heart. She acknowledges that even though she cries, she struggles to move on from the loss of her man. The evening has control over her, keeping her trapped in a cycle of longing and sadness. As the night progresses, the narrator longs for sleep, hoping to escape the pain. The mention of the great dawn breaking suggests that a new day is dawning but doesn't hold much significance to her without her man. The song conveys the deep emotions of heartbreak and the desperate desire for the pain to subside. It reflects the struggles and longing one experiences when dealing with the absence of a loved one.
