I Love Paris
Ella Fitzgerald Lyrics


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Every time I look down on this timeless town
Whether blue or gray be her skies
Whether loud be her cheers or whether soft be her tears
More and more do I realize that

I love Paris in the springtime
I love Paris in the fall
I love Paris in the winter when it drizzles
I love Paris in the summer when it sizzles

I love Paris every moment
Every moment of the year
I love Paris
Why, oh, why do I love Paris?
Because my love is near

I love Paris in the springtime
I love Paris in the fall
I love Paris in the winter when it drizzles
I love Paris in the summer when it sizzles

I love Paris every moment
Every moment of the year
I love Paris





Why, oh, why do I love Paris?
Because my love is near

Overall Meaning

In Ella Fitzgerald's song "I Love Paris," the singer is expressing their deep love and appreciation for the city of Paris. The lyrics reflect a sense of loyalty and devotion to the city no matter the season or circumstance. Whether the sky is blue or gray, whether the cheers are loud or the tears are soft, the singer professes their unwavering love for Paris.


The song highlights the beauty and charm of Paris in all seasons- in the springtime, the fall, the drizzly winter, and the sizzling summer. The singer does not favor one season over another as they love Paris all year round. The reason behind their love is not explained, but it is suggested that the singer's love is near, perhaps in the city itself.


The lyrics of "I Love Paris" are simple but effective- they capture the essence of a city that is often described as a romantic and magical destination. The singer's love for the city is all-consuming and all-encompassing, and the song serves as a testament to the power of great cities to inspire and captivate us.


Line by Line Meaning

Every time I look down on this timeless town
Whenever I see this ageless city,


Whether blue or gray be her skies
Regardless of whether her skies are blue or gray,


Whether loud be her cheers or whether soft be her tears
Whether her people are boisterous or melancholic,


More and more do I realize that
I am becoming increasingly aware that


I love Paris in the springtime
I have a deep affection for Paris when the flowers bloom,


I love Paris in the fall
I have a deep affection for Paris when the leaves change color,


I love Paris in the winter when it drizzles
I have a deep affection for Paris during the rainy winter season,


I love Paris in the summer when it sizzles
I have a deep affection for Paris during the hot and vibrant summer season,


I love Paris every moment
I have a deep affection for Paris continuously,


Every moment of the year
Always throughout the year,


I love Paris
I have an immense love for Paris


Why, oh, why do I love Paris?
I often contemplate why do I have so much affection for Paris?


Because my love is near
Perhaps because my cherished one is close by.


I love Paris in the springtime
I have a deep affection for Paris when the flowers bloom,


I love Paris in the fall
I have a deep affection for Paris when the leaves change color,


I love Paris in the winter when it drizzles
I have a deep affection for Paris during the rainy winter season,


I love Paris in the summer when it sizzles
I have a deep affection for Paris during the hot and vibrant summer season,


I love Paris every moment
I have a deep affection for Paris continuously,


Every moment of the year
Always throughout the year,


I love Paris
I have an immense love for Paris


Why, oh, why do I love Paris?
I often contemplate why do I have so much affection for Paris?


Because my love is near
Perhaps because my cherished one is close by.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Tratore, Sentric Music, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Cole Porter

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@cyanhart774

Lyrics:

Every time I look down on this timeless town
Whether blue or gray be her skies
Whether loud be her cheers or whether soft be her tears
More and more do I realize that

I love Paris in the springtime
I love Paris in the fall
I love Paris in the winter when it drizzles
I love Paris in the summer when it sizzles

I love Paris every moment
Every moment of the year
I love Paris
Why, oh, why do I love Paris?
Because my love is near

I love Paris in the springtime
I love Paris in the fall
I love Paris in the winter when it drizzles
I love Paris in the summer when it sizzles

I love Paris every moment
Every moment of the year
I love Paris
Why, oh, why do I love Paris?
Because my love is near



All comments from YouTube:

@jatoodee

When I was 16 in 1957 I got my first Singing Contract at The Paris Nightclub in Yaumati, HongKong, and every night we opened with my singing this song......this brings tears to my eyes. thanks for the memories.....

@dovelovedove700

That's so cool !

@mariastefanska3088

What a lovly story

@SoIDubTheeUnforgiven

I wonder if the author of the comment is still alive?

@jatoodee

@@SoIDubTheeUnforgiven Still alive and kicking....pushing 80!!!

@jorgesalceda634

I bet you sang beautiful 🤩

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@debranelson1987

Ella Fitzgerald had the most beautiful voice ever.

@4007747

when I was a baby in the early 60's my Mom used to sing this song to me as a lullaby to get me to sleep. To this day, this song has a profound effect on me. I cry every tine I hear it.

@eevaliisarauvala4660

❤❤Lord knows what I am.

@lisaal-shaater5433

Same for me 💖

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