Before The Parade Passes By - Jerry Herman

Before The Parade Passes By

Jerry Herman

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Song Introduction

"Before The Parade Passes By" is a standout song from the acclaimed musical **"Hello, Dolly!"**, with music and lyrics by Jerry Herman. This heartfelt number is typically performed by the character Horace Vandergelder as he grapples with his growing feelings for the spirited Dolly Levi before fully embracing his affection. The song beautifully blends emotional depth with an uplifting melody, showcasing Herman's talent for creating memorable and resonant musical moments. Over the years, "Before The Parade Passes By" has become a favorite in musical theatre, celebrated for its poignant lyrics and the compelling way it captures the transition from doubt to determination in love.

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Lyric

Before the parade passes by

Before it all moves on, and only I'm left

Before the parade passes by

I've gotta get in step, while there's still time left

I'm ready to move out in front

Life without life, has no reason or rhyme left

With the rest of them

With the best of them

I wanna hold my head up high

I need a goal again

I need a drive again

I wanna feel my heart coming alive again

Before the parade passes by

Before the parade passes by

I've gotta go and taste Saturday's high life

Before the parade passes by

I've gotta get some life back into my life

I'm ready to move out in front

I've had enough of just passing by life

With the rest of them

With the best of them

I can hold my head up high

For I've got a goal again

I've got a drive again

I wanna feel my heart coming alive again

Before the parade passes by

When the parade passes by

Listen and hear that brass harmony growing

When the parade passes by

Pardon me if my old spirit is showing

All of those lights over there

Seem to be telling me where I'm going

When the whistles blow

And the cymbals crash

And the sparklers light the sky

I'm gonna raise the roof

I'm gonna carry on

Give me an old trombone

Give me an old baton

Before the parade passes by!

- It's already the end -