I'll Be Around
Doris Day with Alex Stordahl and His Orchestra Lyrics
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That this heart of mine embraces all day through
In that small café, 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 always think of you that way
I'll find you in the mornin' 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 mornin' sun
And when the night is new
I'll be looking at the moon
But I'll be seeing you
These lyrics are about someone who cannot stop thinking about a loved one who is no longer present. The singer lists various familiar places where they used to spend time together, such as a small café, a park, and a children's carousel. Even though the loved one is not physically there with them, the singer feels their presence all around them. They see the loved one in the beauty of summer days and in everything that is lighthearted and cheerful. They cannot help but think of the loved one constantly and they will always remember them in this way.
The singer then goes on to say that they will find the loved one in the morning sun and when the night is new, which suggests that they are searching for the loved one in everything they see around them. Even when they look up at the moon, they will still be thinking of the loved one. The lyrics convey a sense of deep longing for someone who has been lost, and a determination to hold onto their memory for as long as possible.
Line by Line Meaning
I'll be seeing you in all the old familiar places
I will be reminded of you when I come across all the places we used to go together.
That this heart of mine embraces all day through
The memories of our love have filled my heart and I carry it with me every moment of the day.
In that small café, the park across the way
I will miss you most in the small café and the park, where we used to spend our days together.
The children's carousel, the chestnut trees, the wishing well
The carousel, chestnut trees, and wishing well will all remind me of you and our happy memories together.
I'll be seeing you in every lovely summer's day
Even when the world is beautiful and bright, I will still feel your absence and long for your company.
In everything that's light and gay
Even amidst all the cheer and joy, my thoughts will always drift towards you and my love for you.
I'll always think of you that way
No matter what happens, I will always remember you fondly and hold you dear in my heart.
I'll find you in the mornin' sun
Your presence will be felt in the morning sun, reminding me of the warmth and light you brought into my life.
And when the night is new
In the quiet stillness of the night, I will still feel your presence and hold you close in my thoughts.
I'll be looking at the moon
As I gaze up at the moon, I will be filled with memories of you and our love.
But I'll be seeing you
No matter where I go or what I do, you will always be with me in my heart and mind.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Irving Kahal, Sammy Fain
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Patricia Giannascoli
This is one of my all time favorite songs, and Doris sings it so beautifully. I love her.
Dayniac4324
The Showtime album is my all time favorite - this is one of my favorite songs !! Thank you... really happy you enjoyed !
Anthea Close
Oh, I so love this, I have been a fan of Doris since I was young, many years ago. Thank you so much for sharing
Margie Carol
+Anthea Close Ditto
Dayniac4324
This is one of my all time favorites... love the whole album. So happy you enjoyed !! Thanks !
Cäcilia Holtschlag
I miss you Doris Day 💕
Ruhe in Frieden ⚘⚘⚘
Dayniac4324
I read Tom Santopietro's - Considering Doris Day. He really reviews her whole career. Very interesting book. He puts forth a theory that Doris made everything appear very easy and natural and therefore she didn't really get the credit she so richly deserves .. because it wasn't easy ! I became a Doris fan at 10 when I started listening to my Mom's Doris Day records and I've been a fan ever since !!
Dayniac4324
Thanks Debi -- this is one of my all time favorite DD songs. And you can't go wrong with Pillow Talk ! Glad you enjoyed it !
Dayniac4324
Thank you DY - one of my favorite songs and you can't go wrong with DD and Rock ! Glad you enjoyed !
Dayniac4324
This is one of my favorites songs from Doris .. I think she does a fantastic version ! Thank you ... so happy you enoyed !!