Peg O' My Heart
George Siravo & His Orchestra Lyrics
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I love you, don't let us part
I love you, I always knew it would be you
Since I heard your lilting laughter
It's your Irish heart I'm after
Peg o'my heart
Your glances make my heart say "How's chances?"
Come, be my own, come make your home in my heart
The lyrics to George Siravo & His Orchestra's song "Peg O' My Heart" tell the story of a man who is deeply in love with a woman named Peg. The man is telling Peg that he loves her and doesn't want to be separated from her. He's always known that she would be the one for him since the moment he heard her laughter. He's particularly drawn to the fact that she has an Irish heart. He's asking Peg to come and make her home in his heart.
The lyrics are romantic and passionate. They show a deep love for Peg and a desire for her to be a permanent part of the man's life. The reference to Peg's Irish heart may be a nod to her heritage and culture, which is something that the man is drawn to.
Line by Line Meaning
Peg o'my heart
My beloved
I love you, don't let us part
I care for you deeply and don't want to be separated
I love you, I always knew it would be you
I've always had strong feelings for you and knew you were the one for me
Since I heard your lilting laughter
Ever since I heard your sweet and cheerful laugh
It's your Irish heart I'm after
I'm attracted to your Irish spirit and personality
Peg o'my heart
My beloved
Your glances make my heart say "How's chances?"
Every time you look at me, I wonder if we have a chance at love
Come, be my own, come make your home in my heart
Please be my partner and make my heart your home
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Written by: Alfred Bryan, Fred Fisher
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