The Last Time I Saw Paris
Dean Martin Lyrics


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The last time I saw Paris
Her heart was warm and gray
I heard the laughter of her heart in every street cafe
The last time I saw Paris
Her trees were dressed for spring
And lovers walked beneath those trees
And birds found songs to sing
I dodged the same old taxicabs
That I had dodged for years
The chorus of the squeaky horns
Was music to my ears
Oh the last time I saw Paris
Her heart was warm and gay
No matter how they changed her
I'll remember her ah that way
Dodged the same old taxicabs
That I had dodged for years
The chorus of the squeaky horns
Was music to my ears
Yeh, the last time I saw Paris
Her heart was warm and gay
No matter how they change her
I'll remember her that way




The last time I saw Paris
The last time I saw Paris

Overall Meaning

The Last Time I Saw Paris is a song that was popularized by Dean Martin in 1954. The lyrics tell the story of someone who reflects on their last visit to Paris, recalling the grayness of the city and the warmheartedness of its people. The singer mentions the laughter of Parisian hearts, the trees that were dressed for spring, and the lovers that walked beneath them. The lyrics are somewhat nostalgic as the singer remembers how things used to be in Paris when they visited last. They recall the chorus of the squeaky horns and the sounds a city makes, a symphony that is music to the singer's ears.


The lyrics create a vivid and romanticized image of Paris from the perspective of someone who had visited the city in the past. They remember the city's parks and gardens, the birds singing, and the lovers walking hand in hand. The song ends on a poignant note as the singer laments the changes that have occurred in the city since they last visited. Overall, the song celebrates the beauty and charm of Paris, conjuring up a romantic vision of a city that attracts visitors from around the world.


Line by Line Meaning

The last time I saw Paris
This is the beginning of a nostalgic recollection of the city of Paris.


Her heart was warm and gray
Paris had a certain warmth and comfort to it, but also a sense of melancholy and somberness.


I heard the laughter of her heart in every street cafe
Even though there was some sadness in the air, there was still a lively and spirited energy that could be felt all around the city.


Her trees were dressed for spring
Symbolic of new beginnings, hope and growth, the trees of Paris were adorned with vibrant colors and a sense of freshness.


And lovers walked beneath those trees
Paris was home to countless romantic scenes, with couples strolling hand in hand underneath blossoming trees that only added to the magic of the city.


And birds found songs to sing
Nature was in harmony with the city, with the birds singing sweet melodies that blended perfectly with the city's other sounds.


I dodged the same old taxicabs that I had dodged for years
Despite the passage of time, some things in Paris remain constant and familiar, including the iconic taxicabs that are such a staple of the city.


The chorus of the squeaky horns was music to my ears
Even the honking of those same old taxicabs became a familiar and comforting sound, as they were woven into the melody of the city's soundscape.


Oh the last time I saw Paris, her heart was warm and gay
The city may have gone through changes, but the memories of the Paris that was once warm and joyful will always remain.


No matter how they changed her, I'll remember her ah that way
Paris may have changed over time, but this song promises the singer's memories of the city will remain unchanged and hold a special place in his heart.


The last time I saw Paris
The song ends with a repetition of the first line, emphasizing the nostalgia and longing associated with the memory of the city.




Lyrics © Kanjian Music, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Oscar Ii Hammerstein, Jerome Kern

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Lia Figueirinha

Que idéia maravilhosa!! Passear por Paris através de seus telhados, torres, domos... Adorei! Parabéns pelo trabalho!

32muziek

Always loved your voice.......RIP Dean....

Cherry Rafol

Bravo! Excellent! C'est tres jolie! thank you for taking us on a nighttime architectural landmark tour of Paris. Thanks for uploading and sharing this gerrienails.

henrietta henson

The last time i saw Paris was in the spring of1989 ...was there with the love of my life ..i will nevet forget the blossom on the trees ..the lights at night the champaine...so many memories to cherish forever ..sadly he is no longer with us ...this has brought a tear to my eye ...i will never forget you my darling ..x

Marissa

this is making me cry so hard right now

Melisha Potgieter

Im also crying

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Fabienne De Pauw

Marissa Why ? Marissa ..why ? Kind regards from Belgium Fabienne

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Wonderful. I miss her even more...

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