Chicago
Billy May and his Orchestra & Frank Sinatra Lyrics
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Chicago, Chicago, I will show you around
I love it
Bet your bottom dollar you'll lose the blues
In Chicago, Chicago
The town that Billy Sunday couldn't shut down
On State Street that great street I just want to say
They do things they don't do on Broadway
I saw a man, he danced with his wife
In Chicago, Chicago my hometown
Chicago, Chicago, that toddlin' town
Chicago, Chicago, I'll show you around
I love it
Bet your bottom dollar you'll lose the blues
In Chicago, Chicago
The town that Billy Sunday couldn't shut down
On State Street that great street I just want to say
They do things that they don't do on Broadway
They have the time the time of their life
I saw a man and he danced with his wife
In Chicago
Chicago
Chicago, that's my hometown
The song "Chicago" by Billy May and his Orchestra & Frank Sinatra is an ode to the bustling city of Chicago. The lyrics describe the city as a "toddlin' town" that is full of life and energy. The singer offers to show the listener around, proclaiming their love for the city. The song also references Billy Sunday, a famous evangelist who attempted to shut down Chicago's bars and saloons during the prohibition era but ultimately failed.
The song's lyrics paint a vivid picture of the city's State Street, a hub for entertainment and nightlife. The singer notes that the people in Chicago "have a time, the time of their life," and describes a man dancing with his wife. The repetition of "Chicago, Chicago" throughout the song emphasizes the city's importance and draws attention to its unique qualities.
Overall, the song "Chicago" celebrates the vitality and charm of the city, highlighting the experiences and sights that make it so special.
Line by Line Meaning
Chicago, Chicago, that toddlin' town
Chicago, a bustling and lively city
Chicago, Chicago, I will show you around
I'll guide you through the city of Chicago
I love it
I have a deep affection for the city of Chicago
Bet your bottom dollar you'll lose the blues
I guarantee you'll have a good time and forget your troubles
In Chicago, Chicago
In this vibrant city of Chicago
The town that Billy Sunday couldn't shut down
Even evangelical leader Billy Sunday couldn't stop the fun in Chicago
On State Street that great street I just want to say
State Street is an amazing street, I have to say
They do things they don't do on Broadway
People in Chicago have unique and exciting activities that Broadway in New York doesn't offer
They have a time, the time of their life
People in Chicago have the best time of their life
I saw a man, he danced with his wife
I witnessed a joyous moment of a man dancing with his beloved wife
In Chicago, Chicago my hometown
I'm proud to call Chicago my hometown
Chicago, that's my hometown
I belong to the great city of Chicago
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, CTM Publishing, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Fred Fisher
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