April in Paris
Axel Stordahl & His Orchestra Lyrics
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I never met it face to face
I never knew my heart could sing
I never missed a warm embrace
Till April in Paris, chestnuts in blossom
Holiday tables under the trees
April in Paris, this is a feeling
I never knew the charm of spring
I never met it face to face
I never knew my heart could sing
I never missed a warm embrace
Till April in Paris
Whom can I run to
What have you done to my heart
The lyrics of Axel Stordahl & His Orchestra's song "April in Paris" capture the feeling of discovering the magic of a new love or a new experience. The first verse expresses the idea of never having experienced the joys of spring or the warmth of an embrace until the arrival of April in Paris. This sets the scene for the chorus, where the true feelings of amazement and awe are expressed. The blossoming of the chestnuts and the holiday tables under the trees evoke a sense of joy and celebration, which is heightened by the ecstatic declaration that this feeling is "That no one can ever reprise". The second verse repeats the first verse before ending with the question: "Whom can I run to? What have you done to my heart?" This highlights the transformative power of this new love or new experience, which has left the singer feeling helpless and deeply moved.
Overall, the lyrics of "April in Paris" convey a sense of wonder and discovery, capturing the powerful emotions of falling in love or discovering a new place or experience for the first time. The song is a celebration of the joys of life and the way that they can transform us, leaving us feeling changed and moved. The use of imagery, such as the blossoming chestnuts and the holiday tables, adds to the sense of wonder and magic that the song conveys.
Line by Line Meaning
I never knew the charm of spring
I was unaware of the loveliness of spring
I never met it face to face
I never saw spring with my own eyes
I never knew my heart could sing
I never realized how filled with joy my heart could be
I never missed a warm embrace
I never yearned for someone's loving hold
Till April in Paris, chestnuts in blossom
Only when I experienced the beauty of Paris in spring, with its blooming chestnut trees
Holiday tables under the trees
People enjoying festive meals outside
April in Paris, this is a feeling
The joy of April in Paris is a unique and unforgettable emotion
That no one can ever reprise
This feeling cannot be recreated
Till April in Paris
My appreciation and understanding of the beauty of spring remained undiscovered until that time in Paris
Whom can I run to
Who can I turn to for solace now?
What have you done to my heart
Paris has had such an incredible impact on me that I am struggling to comprehend my feelings.
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Written by: E. Y. Harburg, Vernon Duke
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