I Left My Heart in San Francisco
Frank Zappa Lyrics


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I left my heart in San Francisco.
High on a hill it calls to me
to be where little cable cars
climb halfway to the stars!
The morning fog may chill the air,
I don't care!
My love waits there in San Francisco,
above the blue and windy sea.
When I come home to you, San Francisco,
your golden sun will shine for me!

I left my heart in San Francisco.
High on a hill it calls to me
to be where little cable cars
climb halfway to the stars!
The morning fog may chill the air,
I don't care!
My love waits there in San Francisco,




above the blue and windy sea.
When I come home to you, San Francisco,

Overall Meaning

your golden sun will shine for me!


The lyrics to Frank Zappa's song, "I Left My Heart In San Francisco" are an ode to the beautiful city of San Francisco, which Zappa considers his second home. The song starts with the singer proclaiming that he has left his heart in San Francisco. He refers to the city as being high on a hill that calls to him, and it's where little cable cars climb halfway to the stars! The singer then acknowledges the morning fog, which can chill the air, but he doesn't care because his love waits for him there in San Francisco, above the blue and windy sea. Finally, he notes that when he comes home to San Francisco, the city's golden sun will shine for him.


The lyrics are meaningful because they capture the essence of San Francisco - its beauty, its charm, and its allure. The mention of the cable car, which is an iconic part of San Francisco's transportation system, makes the song even more special. The cable car symbolizes the city's uniqueness and its spirit of adventure.


Overall, Zappa's song is a tribute to San Francisco, and it resonates with anyone who has ever fallen in love with the city's charm and beauty.


Line by Line Meaning

I left my heart in San Francisco.
My deepest emotions and affections are rooted in the city of San Francisco.


High on a hill it calls to me
The scenic beauty and unique features of the city fascinates me and attracts me.


to be where little cable cars climb halfway to the stars!
I yearn to be in San Francisco where even the transportation is a unique experience, climbing up steep hills.


The morning fog may chill the air, I don't care!
I am willing to overlook any discomforts or challenges, such as the chilly morning fog, in order to be in San Francisco.


My love waits there in San Francisco, above the blue and windy sea.
The person I love resides in San Francisco, overlooking the sea with its ever-changing blue and windy beauty.


When I come home to you, San Francisco, your golden sun will shine for me!
Whenever I return to San Francisco, I know that the city and its people will welcome me back and make me feel at home with their bright and sunny disposition.




Lyrics © Kanjian Music, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Douglas Cross, George Cory

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