Sentimental Journey
Les Brown And His Orchestra With Doris Day Lyrics


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Gonna take a sentimental journey
Gonna set my heart at ease
Gonna make a sentimental journey
To renew old memories

Got my bag, got my reservation
Spent each dime I could afford
Like a child in wild anticipation
Long to hear that all aboard

Seven, that's the time we leave, at seven
I'll be waitin' up at heaven
Countin' every mile of railroad track
That takes me back

Never thought my heart could be so yearny
Why did I decide to roam
Gotta take that sentimental journey
Sentimental journey home





Sentimental journey

Overall Meaning

is a song about reminiscing and revisiting old memories. The singer is planning a trip to rekindle the feelings of the past and set their heart at ease. They have packed their bags and spent all the money they could to make the journey. The excitement is palpable as they wait for the train's departure and count every mile of the railroad track that will take them back in time. The lyrics convey a sense of longing, hope, and nostalgia, all encapsulated with the phrase "sentimental journey."


Line by Line Meaning

Gonna take a sentimental journey
I am going on a journey down memory lane to reminisce about past times.


Gonna set my heart at ease
This journey will help me relax and find peace with my past experiences.


Gonna make a sentimental journey
This journey is not just a physical one, but also an emotional and mental one towards self-discovery.


To renew old memories
I am seeking to revive my past memories and bring them back to life.


Got my bag, got my reservation
I am well-prepared for this journey, and I have everything I need to make it happen.


Spent each dime I could afford
I have invested a lot of resources, both financially and emotionally, into making this journey successful.


Like a child in wild anticipation
I am so excited about this journey, and my anticipation feels like that of a child with boundless energy.


Long to hear that all aboard
I am eagerly waiting to hear the announcement that signals the start of the journey.


Seven, that's the time we leave, at seven
The journey is set to start at seven, and I am planning to be on time.


I'll be waitin' up at heaven
I will be anxiously waiting for the journey to begin, and I equate the excitement to being in heaven.


Countin' every mile of railroad track
I will be closely monitoring the progression of the journey and taking note of all the milestones along the way.


That takes me back
The journey will take me back to a time when things were simpler and different than they are now.


Never thought my heart could be so yearny
This journey has brought out feelings and emotions that I was not even aware I had.


Why did I decide to roam
I am questioning my motive for going on the journey and what I hope to achieve at the end.


Gotta take that sentimental journey
I must embark on this journey, no matter the challenges or doubts I may have.


Sentimental journey home
This journey will ultimately lead me home, to a place of familiarity and comfort that I long for.




Lyrics ยฉ BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Benjamin Homer, Bud Green, Les Brown

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Comments from YouTube:

@covert0overt_810

man.. as a society... we lost all class... soul... dignity... listening to this makes my heart ache . imagine dressing up to the 9's .. going out with your lady ... dancing the night away... even the poorest person could feel like a million bucks...

@ericsantiago8805

So glad this is on Apple Music Iโ€™m a 34 year old black man and really adore Doris day music

@keithbyrd-MysticRuby0117

I played this at my Dads Funeral..A Decorated Veteran of World War II, Korae and Vietnam...he was going home to be with his wife and my Mom...

@terenceheslop5992

I was fifteen years when I first heard this in 1945. I just loved the slow music. I thought it was a classic then and still do. T.Heslop

@patrii9100

Hey Terence, you were born in 1930 correct? What was it like? Cheers

@DeliaSiemer-ot6md

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@anddysilva1435

Fake hahaha 92 years on YouTube please hahaha

@anddysilva1435

โ€‹โ€‹@@patrii9100this is fake haha

@KingTeutli_92

This is a true oldie but goodie

@paulweir5031

Miss Day was almost 23 when this was recorded.

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