Mooning (feat. Louis St. & John Travolta e Olivia Newton)
Cindy Bullens
Longing Under the Moonlight: A Tale of Unrequited Love
Cindy Bullens' song "Mooning," featuring Louis St., John Travolta, and Olivia Newton, is a heartfelt ballad that delves into the depths of unrequited love and longing. The term "mooning" here is a metaphor for pining or yearning for someone who is not reciprocating the same feelings. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone who spends their days and nights consumed by thoughts of their beloved, feeling sad and blue due to the unreturned affection. The repetition of the word "mooning" emphasizes the continuous and overwhelming nature of this longing.
The song's narrative is filled with a sense of loneliness and desperation. The protagonist is so deeply in love that they feel as if the heavens themselves have marked them with this unending desire, symbolized by the moon. The line "Cause ages up above, have hung the moon on me" suggests a feeling of destiny or fate, as if their love is written in the stars, yet remains unfulfilled. This celestial imagery adds a layer of romanticism and tragedy to the song, highlighting the protagonist's helplessness in the face of their emotions.
The lyrics also touch on the hope and despair that come with unrequited love. The protagonist dreams of a day when their love will be returned, as seen in the lines "Someday you'll find me mooning at your front door." This hope keeps them going, even as they lie in bed, crying and feeling the physical effects of their heartache. The song captures the universal experience of longing for someone who may never feel the same way, making it a poignant and relatable piece for anyone who has ever experienced unrequited love.