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Sentimental Journey
Ella Fitzgerald & Louis Armstrong Lyrics
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Gonna set my heart at ease
Gonna make a sentimental journey
To renew old memories
Got my bag, got my reservation
Spent each dime I could afford
Like a child in wild anticipation
Seven--that's the time we leave--at seven
I'll be waitin' up for heaven
Countin' every mile of railroad track
That takes me back
Never thought my heart could be so yearny
Why did I decide to roam?
Gotta take that sentimental journey
Sentimental journey home
Sentimental journey
is a song about the simple act of returning to a familiar place or memory. It describes the experience of preparing for a journey, both physically and emotionally, in order to escape the stresses of daily life and recapture a sense of joy and nostalgia. The lyrics emphasize the excitement and anticipation of the trip, from buying a ticket and making a reservation to arriving at the station and counting down the miles until reaching one's destination.
The theme of sentimentality is reinforced by the musical arrangement of the song, which features a slow, languid melody and romanticized orchestration. This creates a dreamy, sentimental atmosphere that complements the lyrics and transports the listener back in time. The use of repetition, such as the repeated phrase "sentimental journey," also adds to the nostalgic effect, emphasizing the longing and yearning that the character feels for their past.
Line by Line Meaning
Gonna take a sentimental journey
I'm embarking on a journey to revisit the past and reminisce
Gonna set my heart at ease
This journey will help me find peace and tranquility
Gonna make a sentimental journey
I'm excited to return to the places of my memories
To renew old memories
I want to relive my past experiences
Got my bag, got my reservation
I'm well prepared for this trip
Spent each dime I could afford
I've spent all I have to make this trip happen
Like a child in wild anticipation
I'm eagerly looking forward to the trip
Long to hear that "All aboard"
I can't wait for the train to start the journey
Seven--that's the time we leave--at seven
Our journey will begin at 7 in the evening
I'll be waitin' up for heaven
I'm excited about everything this trip will bring
Countin' every mile of railroad track
I'm keeping track of the distance we travel
That takes me back
I'm retracing my steps to my past
Never thought my heart could be so yearny
The depth of my nostalgia and longing is surprising
Why did I decide to roam?
I'm questioning why I left the places of my memories in the first place
Gotta take that sentimental journey
I know this trip is necessary for me
Sentimental journey home
This journey is my way of returning home to my heart and memories
Lyrics © Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada (SOCAN), Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: LESLEY BARBER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Kameelah Harper
Gonna take a sentimental journey
Gonna set my heart at ease
Gonna make a sentimental journey
To renew old memories
I got my bag, i got my reservation
Spent each dime i could afford
Like a child in wild anticipation
I long to hear that: "all aboard!"
Seven, that's the time we leave - at seven
I'll be waiting up for heaven
Counting every mile of railroad track - that takes me back
I never thought my heart could be so yearny
Why did i decide to roam
Gotta take a sentimental journey
Sentimental journey home
solfamilyj
Smooth as silk, so soothing. Love her voice.
Kenny Pridemore
All class and beautiful voice .... she made this song the greatest and Doris Day made it eternal !!!!
Kameelah Harper
Gonna take a sentimental journey
Gonna set my heart at ease
Gonna make a sentimental journey
To renew old memories
I got my bag, i got my reservation
Spent each dime i could afford
Like a child in wild anticipation
I long to hear that: "all aboard!"
Seven, that's the time we leave - at seven
I'll be waiting up for heaven
Counting every mile of railroad track - that takes me back
I never thought my heart could be so yearny
Why did i decide to roam
Gotta take a sentimental journey
Sentimental journey home
White Void
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Harriet Samson
My late Dad (1933-2008) used to sing this song..What a great memory.
Maja Bugarski
Harriet 💖🎶