Granada
Georges Jouvin and His Orchestra Lyrics

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Granada, I'm falling under your spell,
And if you could speak, what a fascinating tale you would tell.
Of an age the world has long forgotten.
Of an age that weaves a silent magic in Granada today.

The dawn in the sky greets the day with a sigh for Granada,
For she can remember the splendor that once was Granada.
It still can be found in the hills all around as I wanderr along.

Entranced by the beauty before me,
Entranced by a land full of sunshine and flowers and song.

And when day is done and the sun starts to set in Granada,
I envy the blush of the snow-clad Sierra Nevada.
For soon it will welcome the stars while a thousand guitars,
Play a soft habanera.

Then moonlit Granada will live again the glory of yesterday,
Romantic and gay.

Overall Meaning

The song Granada by Georges Jouvin and His Orchestra is a love letter to the city of Granada in Spain. It captures the feeling of falling under the spell of the city, with its rich history and timeless beauty. The opening lines of the song speak to the allure of Granada and its deep, complex history that seems to capture the imagination of all who visit.

The second verse speaks to the dawn breaking over the city, and the way that the light seems to breathe life back into the world. The singer reflects on the history of the city, and the way that even though time has passed, the magic of Granada still lingers. The chorus brings the listener into the moment, describing the landscape and the beauty that surrounds the singer as they explore the city.

The final verse speaks to the way that nighttime falls in Granada, and the beauty of the city under the moonlight. The snow-covered peaks of the Sierra Nevada create a stunning backdrop for the stars to come out, and the music of a thousand guitars fills the air. The closing lines of the song capture the romantic and gay feeling of Granada, and the way that the city's history and beauty can transport a person to another time and place.

Line by Line Meaning

Granada, I'm falling under your spell,
I am captivated by the allure of Granada.

And if you could speak, what a fascinating tale you would tell.
If Granada could talk, it would share a captivating story.

Of an age the world has long forgotten.
Granada has a past that has been lost to time.

Of an age that weaves a silent magic in Granada today.
The mystical aura of the past is still felt in present-day Granada.

The dawn in the sky greets the day with a sigh for Granada,
The morning sky laments the loss of Granada's former glory.

For she can remember the splendor that once was Granada.
Granada remembers the breathtaking magnificence it once boasted.

It still can be found in the hills all around as I wander along.
You can still find evidence of Granada's past in the surrounding hills.

Entranced by the beauty before me,
I am mesmerized by the breathtaking scenery of Granada.

Entranced by a land full of sunshine and flowers and song.
I am enchanted by a place overflowing with joy and liveliness.

And when day is done and the sun starts to set in Granada,
As night falls in Granada,

I envy the blush of the snow-clad Sierra Nevada.
I am envious of the stunning rosy hue of the snow-covered Sierra Nevada mountains.

For soon it will welcome the stars while a thousand guitars,
The night sky will soon come alive with twinkling stars as a thousand guitars start to play.

Play a soft habanera.
The guitars play a gentle and romantic love song.

Then moonlit Granada will live again the glory of yesterday,
Under the moonlight, Granada will relive its former glory.

Romantic and gay.
Full of romance and happiness.

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Agustin Lara

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