April In Paris
Dean Martin Sammy Davis Jr. Frank Sinatra Lyrics
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Never met it face to face
I never knew my heart could sing
Never missed a warm embrace till
April in Paris
Chestnuts in blossom
Holiday tables
April in Paris
This is a feeling
That no one can ever reprise
I never knew the charm of spring
I never met it face to face
And I never knew my heart could sing
Never missed a warm embrace till
April in Paris
Whom can I run to?
What have you done to my heart?
The lyrics of "April in Paris" express the joy and wonder of experiencing the beauty of spring in Paris for the first time. The singer admits that they have never before appreciated the charm of this season or even realized the capacity of their heart to feel happy until this moment in the City of Light. The mention of chestnuts in bloom and tables set up for outdoor dining under the trees reinforces the theme of renewal and rebirth that comes with spring.
The refrain of "April in Paris" emphasizes the uniqueness of this experience, suggesting that it is something that cannot be replicated or imitated - it is a feeling, a state of mind or heart, that is entirely its own. The final lines of the song take a slightly melancholy turn as the singer asks who they can turn to now that their heart has been opened up and made vulnerable. This sense of uncertainty and even fear is a reminder that while spring may bring joy and new possibilities, it also carries with it some risk and uncertainty, much like love itself.
Line by Line Meaning
I never knew the charm of spring
I had never understood the spring season's appeal
Never met it face to face
I have never experienced spring in person
I never knew my heart could sing
I was not aware that my heart could feel so lively
Never missed a warm embrace till
I had never longed for a comforting embrace until
April in Paris
The month of April in Paris, France
Chestnuts in blossom
The blooming of chestnut trees
Holiday tables
Retreats and entertainment options
Under the trees
Enjoying the outdoor comforts beneath a tree's shade
This is a feeling
A unique sensation that can never be replicated
That no one can ever reprise
A feeling that no one can ever replicate
Whom can I run to?
Who do I turn to for comfort?
What have you done to my heart?
Your actions have affected me deeply
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, SHAPIRO BERNSTEIN & CO. INC.
Written by: E. Y. HARBURG, VERNON DUKE
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