April In Paris
Elliot Lawrence & His Orchestra Lyrics


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I never knew the charm of spring
I never met it face to face
I never knew my heart could sing
I never missed a warm embrace

Till April in Paris, chestnuts in blossom
Holiday tables under the trees
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
I never knew my heart could sing
I never missed a warm embrace
Till April in Paris




Whom can I run to
What have you done to my heart

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Elliott Lawrence & His Orchestra's song "April in Paris" evoke a sense of wonder and discovery about the arrival of spring. The singer confesses that they had never before understood the allure of this season, never truly experienced its beauty and joy. However, everything changes when April arrives in Paris. The mention of chestnuts in blossom and holiday tables under the trees paints a colorful picture of the city coming alive and celebrating the arrival of spring. The lyrics convey a deep emotional transformation, as the singer's heart is awakened and finds its voice. The warmth of an embrace, which was previously absent, is now deeply missed. The singer is left questioning who they can turn to and wondering about the effect this newfound love has had on their heart.


In summary, "April in Paris" is a song that captures the transformative power of the spring season and the enchantment it brings to the city of Paris. It speaks to the profound impact that experiencing the beauty of nature and the joy of love can have on our lives.


Line by Line Meaning

I never knew the charm of spring
I was unaware of the enchantment of the season of spring


I never met it face to face
I had never directly experienced its beauty


I never knew my heart could sing
I was unaware that my heart had the ability to be filled with joy


I never missed a warm embrace
I never yearned for a loving hug


Till April in Paris, chestnuts in blossom
Only when April arrived in Paris, with the chestnut trees blooming


Holiday tables under the trees
People gathering to celebrate, enjoying meals outdoors amidst the trees


April in Paris, this is a feeling
April in Paris evokes a unique and indescribable sensation


That no one can ever reprise
An experience that cannot be replicated by anyone else


Whom can I run to
To whom can I seek solace or shelter


What have you done to my heart
How you have affected my emotions and changed me deeply




Lyrics © MUSIC SALES CORPORATION, Universal Music Publishing Group, Tratore
Written by: E. Y. Harburg, Vernon Duke

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