Autumn in New York
Louis & Ella Lyrics


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Autumn in New York
Why does it seem so inviting
Autumn in New York
It spells the thrill of first nighting

Glittering crowds and shimmering clouds
In canyons of steel
They're making me feel I'm home

It's autumn in New York
That brings the promise of new love
Autumn in New York
Is often mingled with pain

Dreamers with empty hands
They sigh for exotic lands
It's autumn in New York
It's good to live it again

Autumn in New York
The gleaming rooftops at sundown
Oh, autumn in New York
It lifts you up when you run down

Yes, jaded roues and gay divorcees
Who lunch at the Ritz
Will tell you that it's divine

This autumn in New York
Transforms the slums into Mayfair
Oh, autumn in New York
You'll need no castles in Spain

Yes, lovers that bless the dark
On the benches in Central Park
Greet autumn in New York
It's good to live it again

Autumn in New York
That brings the promise of new love
Autumn in New York
Is often mingled with pain

Dreamers with empty hands
They sigh for exotic lands




It's autumn in New York
It's good to live it again

Overall Meaning

The song "Autumn in New York" by Louis Armstrong and Ella Fitzgerald is an ode to the magical and romantic atmosphere that falls upon the city during the autumn season. The song speaks of the awe-inspiring streets with buildings touching the skies and the way these structures make one feel like home. The autumn festival is inviting, and it is the season of firsts, and that promise of new love is one of the reasons why it's so inviting. The city glows and offers a dazzling view of the world below, like the autumn sun setting on the city's gleaming rooftops.


The song describes the experiences of people living in New York City during autumn. Dreamers with empty hands sigh for exotic lands, while jaded roues and gay divorcees lunch at the Ritz and claim autumn is divine, and the slums become transformed. The song also acknowledges how autumn in New York is often mingled with pain, but the season is perfect for all the strangers who feel alone in the city as they can lose themselves in its energy. As night falls in Central Park, the darkness becomes a backdrop for the lovers who sit on benches, casting a spell, and the song ends by saying how good it is to be in New York during autumn once again.


Line by Line Meaning

Autumn in New York
The start of Fall in the city.


Why does it seem so inviting
Wondering why the city feels so magical during this time.


It spells the thrill of first nighting
Autumn brings the excitement of new beginnings.


Glittering crowds and shimmering clouds
The busy streets and skyscrapers that make up the city.


In canyons of steel
The buildings tower over and surround the streets.


They're making me feel I'm home
The city feels familiar and comforting.


That brings the promise of new love
Autumn holds the possibility for finding romance.


Is often mingled with pain
Love in Autumn can bring heartache as well as joy.


Dreamers with empty hands
People with aspirations but nothing to show for it.


They sigh for exotic lands
They long for adventure and escape from their mundane lives.


The gleaming rooftops at sundown
The city shines during sunset.


It lifts you up when you run down
The city can cheer you up when you're feeling down.


Yes, jaded roues and gay divorcees
Cynical and experienced men and women who have been through failed relationships.


Who lunch at the Ritz
Wealthy individuals who dine at the luxury hotel.


Will tell you that it's divine
They consider Autumn in New York to be heavenly.


Transforms the slums into Mayfair
Even the less desirable areas of the city feel special during Autumn.


You'll need no castles in Spain
The city is so enchanting, you won't need to seek out other romantic destinations.


Yes, lovers that bless the dark
Those who embrace the nighttime and the mystery it brings.


On the benches in Central Park
Couples often sit on park benches during their dates.


Greet autumn in New York
They celebrate the beauty of the season together.


It's good to live it again
The return of Autumn in New York is something to be grateful for.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: GABRIEL YARED

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@juancamacho5746

Autumn in New York
Why does it seem so inviting
Autumn in New York
It spells the thrill of first-knighting

Glittering crowds and shimmering clouds
In canyons of steel
They're making me feel, I'm home

It's autumn in New York
That brings the promise of new love
Autumn in New York
Is often mingled with pain

Dreamers with empty hands
They sigh for exotic lands
It's autumn in New York
It's good to live it again

This autumn in New York
Transforms the slums into Mayfair
Autumn in New York
You'll need no castles in Spain

Lovers that bless the dark
On benches in Central Park
It's autumn in New York
It's good to live it again



All comments from YouTube:

@mrbossai1

Jazz + Autumn = Heaven

@saintmichael1779

Magical. Just magical. Miss Fitzgerald had the voice of an angel, and Mr. Armstrong had the voice of we poor mortals here below.

@Aja-Christian

I could just melt into a puddle on the floor right now. . . .I'm only 19 years old, but I can totally picture myself in my smoky jazz club, slow dancing to this song with my head resting on my partners shoulder. . .X-) *Ella was a beauty<3*

@ravenkaplan1277

Old soul❤️❤️❤️

@noahgoodman4977

damn you're 30

@sietseensink

Cringe

@cedthetruth1311

I was born to late I belong in this era of jazz 😂..!

@highflyniggaballs883

@@sietseensink exactly lol

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@elainesadlier2401

I am listening to this sitting in my garden by candlelight welcoming my new baby granddaughter into the world.
Blesssings.
Also, I've got a cheeky Jamesons going on.
Xxxx

@jonathanestiller6007

Stillness of the night with these two legends in the background...magical.

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