I'll Be Seeing You
Don Cornell Lyrics
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That this heart of mine embraces all day through
In that small cafe, the park across the way
The children's carousel,
The chestnut trees, the wishing well
I'll be seeing you in every lovely summer's day
In everything that's light and gay
I'll find you in the morning' sun
And when the night is new
I'll be looking at the moon
But I'll be seeing you
I'll find you in the morning sun
And when the night is new
I'll be looking at the moon
But I'll be seeing you
Don Cornell's song "I'll Be Seeing You" is a nostalgic ode to a loved one who is no longer present. The lyrics evoke a sense of longing and reminiscence, as the singer remembers all the old familiar places that remind him of his loved one. The places mentioned - a small cafe, a park, a children's carousel, chestnut trees, and a wishing well - are all associated with happy memories of the past, and the singer finds comfort in the thought that he'll be "seeing" his loved one there. The lyrics also hint at the passing of time, with the singer noting that he'll find his loved one in every lovely summer's day, and he'll always think of her that way.
The second half of the song describes the singer's feelings of loss and longing. He notes that he'll find his loved one in the morning sun and when the night is new, and even when he looks at the moon, he'll be "seeing" her. This imagery suggests that the singer is constantly reminded of his loved one, no matter where he is or what he's doing. The song ends with a repetition of the title phrase, emphasizing the singer's determination to remember his loved one and keep her memory alive in his heart.
Overall, "I'll Be Seeing You" is a poignant reflection on the power of memory and the enduring nature of love, even in the face of loss and absence.
Line by Line Meaning
I'll be seeing you in all the old familiar places
I will encounter your presence in places that hold precious memories.
That this heart of mine embraces all day through
My heart is filled with the memory of you throughout the day and night.
In that small cafe, the park across the way
I will reminisce about you in familiar places, such as the cafe and park.
The children's carousel, the chestnut trees, the wishing well
My memories of you include the carousel, trees, and the wishing well.
I'll be seeing you in every lovely summer's day
Your memory will remind me of the beauty and happiness of every summer day.
In everything that's light and gay
Even in the most joyous of moments, your memory will bring me warmth.
I'll always think of you that way
You will forever hold a special place in my heart and memories.
I'll find you in the morning' sun
Seeing the sunrise will remind me of your presence.
And when the night is new
Even in the darkness of the night, I will still remember you.
I'll be looking at the moon
Gazing at the moon will remind me of your beauty and presence.
But I'll be seeing you
Your memory will always be with me, no matter where I am or what I am doing.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: IRVING KAHAL, SAMMY FAIN
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