On the Street Where You Live
Andy Williams Lyrics
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But the pavement always stayed beneath my feet before
All at once am I several stories high?
Knowing I'm on the street where you live
Are there lilac trees in the heart of town?
Can you hear a lark in any other part of town?
Does enchantment pour out of every door?
No, it's just on the street where you live
And oh, the towering feeling
Just to know somehow you are near
The overpowering feeling
That any second you may suddenly appear
People stop and stare, they don't bother me
For there's nowhere else on earth that I would rather be
Let the time go by, I won't care
If I can be here on the street where you live
The lyrics of "On the Street Where You Live" by Andy Williams suggest that the singer is infatuated with someone who lives on a particular street in town. The singer says that he has walked on this street before, but it never felt as though he was floating several stories high until now. He wonders if the street is special or if he is just under the enchantment of the person he longs for. The song describes the overwhelming feeling of being near someone who holds a significant place in one’s heart. The singer experiences a sense of nearness and wants to revel in it for as long as possible.
The singer asks if there are lilac trees or if one can hear a lark in any other part of town. He wonders if there is a magical aura in the air and if enchantment pours out of every door. He acknowledges that it is not the street itself that makes it so special but the fact that the person he loves lives on it. The lyrics reveal the singer’s passion and his desire to spend all his time on this street, in the hopes that the person he admires might suddenly appear.
The song conveys a powerful message about feeling connected to someone special. The lyrics capture the feeling of deep affection and infatuation, as well as the desire to be near someone who is loved. The song is a romantic ballad that has become a timeless classic. Its popularity has endured for generations, and it continues to be a favorite among fans of romantic music.
Line by Line Meaning
I have often walked down this street before
I am familiar with this place and have walked here many times in the past
But the pavement always stayed beneath my feet before
However, I've always remained on the ground level of the street when I walked here previously
All at once am I several stories high?
Suddenly, I feel like I'm elevated many levels above the street
Knowing I'm on the street where you live
This feeling is brought about by the realization that I'm on the same street where you reside
Are there lilac trees in the heart of town?
I wonder if there are any lilac trees in the center of the town
Can you hear a lark in any other part of town?
Can you hear the beautiful sound of a lark bird singing in any other part of town?
Does enchantment pour out of every door?
Is there some sort of captivating magic that comes out of the door of every building around here?
No, it's just on the street where you live
But I'm fairly certain that the feeling of enchantment is limited only to this specific street
And oh, the towering feeling
I experience a sense of awe and grandeur
Just to know somehow you are near
This feeling is due to the fact that I sense your presence nearby
The overpowering feeling
I'm overcome with a powerful emotion
That any second you may suddenly appear
It's possible that you might make an appearance at any given time, and this fills me with excitement
People stop and stare, they don't bother me
Even if people notice me standing here or walking around, I don't care or feel bothered by their attention
For there's nowhere else on earth that I would rather be
There's no other place on this planet where I'd rather be than standing on this street
Let the time go by, I won't care
Time can pass by as much as it wants and I won't mind
If I can be here on the street where you live
As long as I get to stay on this street where you reside, I'm happy and content
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Royalty Network, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Alan Jay Lerner, Frederick Loewe
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@dreasbn
goosebumps all over when he starts to sing... that voice that texture is incredible...
@nashvilletv
Andy Williams was absolutely in the very top echelon of world-class vocalists.
@mojavedesertsonorandesert9531
🥂🎙️🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶
@kevinscrivano1904
I couldn’t have said that better myself
@louisvaccaro5865
and andy was incredable man, he was very special!. rest in peace andy, you are sorely missed. Louie Vaccaro, las vegas
@petermihacerar1137
@@louisvaccaro5865
Incredible he was indeed!
Plus loyal!
@pjeng1
Andy William is such a great singer and this song version from him in 1964 left me speechless.
@elfowl6873
His voice is a national treasure!!!! WONDERFUL.
@--ag
His voice was so under appreciated. It's so pure to me ❤
@audiophilenick
There is no other Moon River king other then Andy. His voice is pure magic, he adds his own style to all. RIP