One Time
A/J\E Lyrics

A lady known as Paris, Romantic and Charming
Paris is often referred to as a beautiful and captivating city.

Has left her old companions and faded from view
Over time, the city of Paris has changed and lost some of its original character.

Lonely men with lonely eyes are seeking her in vain
People who long for the old Paris are unable to find it again.

Her streets are where they were, but there's no sign of her
Although the physical location of Paris has not changed, the city no longer has the same spirit.

She has left the Seine
The city of Paris has moved beyond its former identity and no longer exists in the same way.

The last time I saw Paris, her heart was warm and gay,
The singer remembers a time in the past when Paris was vibrant and full of life.

I heard the laughter of her heart in every street caf‚
The lively spirit of Paris could be felt throughout the city.

Her trees were dressed for spring,
In the past, Paris was a beautiful and lively city that blossomed in the springtime.

And lovers walked beneath those trees and birds found songs to sing.
Even the birds in Paris seemed to be singing in celebration of the city's beauty and romance.

I dodged the same old taxicabs that I had dodged for years.
The artist remembers the familiar sights and sounds of Paris, including the taxis on the city streets.

The chorus of their squeaky horns was music to my ears.
Even the noisy sounds of the city were charming and endearing to the singer.

No matter how they change her, I'll remember her that way.
Despite the changes that Paris has undergone, the artist will always remember and treasure the Paris of the past.

I'll think of happy hours, and people who shared them
The singer recalls fond memories of enjoying time with friends and acquaintances in Paris.

Old women, selling flowers, in markets at dawn
The singer remembers specific details of daily life in Paris, such as the flower markets and the people who sold their wares there.

Children who applauded, Punch and Judy in the park
The singer fondly remembers watching children enjoy simple pleasures in Paris, such as puppet shows in the park.

And those who danced at night and kept our Paris bright
The vibrant nightlife and social scene in Paris helped to keep the city exciting and alive in the artist's memory.

'til the town went dark.
Even as night fell and the city grew quieter, the memories of Paris remained bright and memorable for the artist.