Through the twilight I can hear the humming of A melancholy coon. (Mmmm-mmmm) For the memories That still linger I thank you, Mister Moon And although I've never smiled Winter, summer, autumn too Now here's one tune to remind me Why I feel so blue Tubas in the moonlight Playing for me all night Tell me what I want to hear Am I only dreaming? Am I only scheming? Stars above me Shining brightly Why can't she be Sitting here beside me? Tubas in the moonlight Will bring my loved one home Tubas in the moonlight Will bring my loved one home