Frank Sinatra Lyrics

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I left my heart in San Francisco.
High on a hill it calls to me
to be where little cable cars
climb halfway to the stars!
The morning fog may chill the air,
I don't care!
My love waits there in San Francisco,
above the blue and windy sea.

When I come home to you, San Francisco,
your golden sun will shine for me!

I left my heart in San Francisco.
High on a hill it calls to me
to be where little cable cars
climb halfway to the stars!
The morning fog may chill the air,
I don't care!
My love waits there in San Francisco,

above the blue and windy sea.
When I come home to you, San Francisco,

Overall Meaning

your golden sun will shine for me!

Dean Martin's rendition of "I Left My Heart in San Francisco" is a poignant tribute to the city's beauty and its pull on the hearts of those who love it. The lyrics are clear about the singer's love for San Francisco, describing the city's famous cable cars as climbing halfway to the stars, and emphasizing the beauty of the blue and windy sea below the hill where the singer left his heart. The line "the morning fog may chill the air, I don't care!" is a nod to the famous San Francisco fog, which can sometimes feel oppressive, but which is also a renowned feature of the city's natural beauty.

The song's title is an excellent summary of its content: it is a love song to San Francisco, a city that has captured the hearts of residents and visitors alike for generations. The song's popularity over the years is a testament to the enduring appeal of San Francisco and its iconic landmarks, including the Golden Gate Bridge, Chinatown, and the famous Haight-Ashbury neighborhood. Ultimately, the song is a reminder that San Francisco's magnetic charm is not just about its architecture or natural beauty, but about the way it captures the imagination and the heart of those who love it.

Line by Line Meaning

I left my heart in San Francisco.
I have a strong emotional attachment to the city of San Francisco.

High on a hill it calls to me
The city's geographical location and beauty draws me in and beckons me to return.

To be where little cable cars climb halfway to the stars!
The unique and charming feature of the cable cars is a reason I long to be in San Francisco.

The morning fog may chill the air, I don't care!
Even though it can be cold and foggy, my love for San Francisco surpasses any discomfort that may come with the weather.

My love waits there in San Francisco, above the blue and windy sea.
My significant other or someone I love is in San Francisco and that is another reason why my heart is there.

When I come home to you, San Francisco, your golden sun will shine for me!
When I return to San Francisco, I will feel like I am home and the city's beauty and warmth will envelope me.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Douglas Cross, George Cory

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