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Bon Voyage
Anything Goes Lyrics
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You mean, bon voyage
I hate to say goodbye, sweetheart
By the seashore
You mean, sur la plage
I'll sail and watch the sea
Till you come back to me
You mean, ma cherie
I'm yours for life
You mean, pour la vie
So kiss me, pretty wench
In English or in French
Bon voyage, bon voyage
Bon voyage
You mean, bon voyage
I hate to say goodbye, sweetheart
By the seashore
You mean, sur la plage
I'll sail and watch the sea
Till you come back to me
Oh, my dearie
You mean, ma cherie
I'm yours for life
You mean, pour la vie
So kiss me, pretty wench
In English or in French
Bon voyage, bon voyage
The lyrics of Anything Goes's song "Bon Voyage" express the sorrow of saying goodbye to a loved one before embarking on a journey. The first verse of the song alternates between English and French, with the singer lamenting the farewell in both languages. The French phrases "sur la plage" and "ma cherie" convey a sense of romance and longing that is characteristic of a dramatic goodbye. The singer promises to "sail and watch the sea" until the loved one returns.
In the second verse, the singer reaffirms their commitment to the loved one, promising to be theirs for life (in French, "pour la vie"). The repeated phrase "kiss me, pretty wench" adds a touch of playful indulgence to the sentimental tone of the song. The chorus emphasizes the sentiment of the song by repeating the phrase "bon voyage," emphasizing the bitter-sweet emotion of the song.
Overall, "Bon Voyage" is a song that conveys the sense of saying goodbye to loved ones in the context of embarking on a journey. The use of French adds to the romantic tone of the song, conveying a sense of longing and desire.
Line by Line Meaning
Bon voyage
Wishing you a safe and pleasant journey
You mean, bon voyage
Correcting the recipient's usage of the phrase
I hate to say goodbye, sweetheart
Attempt at expressing reluctance at departing
By the seashore
Next to the sea
You mean, sur la plage
Clarifying the intended location
I'll sail and watch the sea
Will pass time enjoying the ocean
Till you come back to me
Anticipating a future reunion
Oh, my dearie
Affectionate expression
You mean, ma cherie
Translating the endearment
I'm yours for life
Committing to being devoted forever
You mean, pour la vie
Translating the expression of long-term loyalty
So kiss me, pretty wench
Requesting a farewell kiss from a charming woman
In English or in French
Offering language options for the farewell kiss
Bon voyage, bon voyage
Reiterating the farewell greeting
Contributed by Cameron W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.