I Left My Heart In San Francisco
Julie London(줄리 런던) Lyrics
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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.
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,
your golden sun will shine for me!
In "I Left My Heart In San Francisco," Julie London describes the deep longing and love for the city that holds her heart. The first stanza speaks of the city's geographical location, specifically mentioning the hill that calls to her and the iconic cable cars that climb to the stars. This physical description evokes a sense of wonder and romance. The second stanza reveals that it is her love that keeps her returning to San Francisco, regardless of the chill in the air caused by the fog. The chorus reasserts the connection between the singer and the city, emphasizing the intense affection and sense of home she feels for San Francisco.
This song became an instant classic upon its release in 1962, and has since become a staple of San Francisco's cultural identity. Its lyrics capture the city's unique charm and essence, and are a beloved symbol of San Francisco to this day.
Line by Line Meaning
I left my heart in San Francisco.
I have an intense emotional attachment to San Francisco because of the experiences and memories I had there, and it feels like a piece of my heart is still there.
High on a hill it calls to me
There is a specific location in San Francisco that holds a special place in my heart, and every time I think of it, I feel drawn to it.
to be where little cable cars
I long to be in a place where I can see the iconic cable cars of San Francisco and take a ride on them.
climb halfway to the stars!
The cable cars in San Francisco make me feel like I am soaring high up into the sky when we reach the top of the hill – it feels like an almost magical experience.
The morning fog may chill the air,
The weather in San Francisco can be quite chilly and foggy, especially in the morning, but even that does not diminish my love for this city.
I don't care!
Despite the weather, my feelings about San Francisco are so strong that I do not care about the discomfort it may cause me.
My love waits there in San Francisco,
The city of San Francisco holds a special place in my heart, and I associate it with someone I love.
above the blue and windy sea.
San Francisco is situated by the ocean, and the sight of the sea is one of the things that makes it an even more beautiful place for me.
When I come home to you, San Francisco,
I think of San Francisco as a second home for me, and I long to return to it someday.
your golden sun will shine for me!
When I am back in San Francisco, I know that I will be greeted by the warm and comforting glow of the sun, and it will make me feel at home.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DOUGLAS CROSS, GEORGE CORY
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