Paris Paris
Malcolm Mclaren/Catherine Deneuve Lyrics

I feel love, Paris Paris
The singer expresses their love for the city of Paris and how it makes them feel.

Love to love, Paris Paris
The singer loves to love in Paris and the city itself brings out those feelings.

Feelings so close to my heart
The emotions and experiences that the singer has had in Paris are deeply personal and meaningful to them.

Barman dans le shaker, d'abord de l'élégance
The singer references the elegance of the people and drink-making in Paris by using a metaphor involving a bartender.

Un trait de Sacré-Coeur et deux doight de Doisneau
The singer references iconic landmarks and photographers in Paris to paint a picture of the city.

Une Piaf, quelques moineaux et Joséphine Baker...
The singer references famous singers and performers associated with Paris to further illustrate the culture and atmosphere of the city.

Là une de Prévert, mais sans raton-laveur
The singer references a famous poet while making a humorous comment about not including their typical subject matter (raccoons).

Prenons un dernier verre pres Bateau lavoir
The singer references a famous bar near an iconic Parisian landmark, almost as if making a suggestion for a night out.

Une Sinone de Beauvoir et deux singes en hiver...
The singer mentions a famous intellectual and writer to further capture the essence of Paris, and the monkeys in the winter are perhaps a playful reference to the city's colder months.

Last night was made for love
The singer reflects on the romantic and enchanting vibes of Paris nightlife, perhaps on a particular night they remember well.

Mettez trois notes de jazz dans un quatier latin
The singer suggests adding jazz to a Latin quarter in Paris, which would result in a specific mood and ambiance that they enjoy.

Un menu sur l'ardoise un fond d'un bar-tabac
The singer describes a typical Parisian establishment that serves food and drinks, again painting a picture of the city's everyday life.

Et la résille d'un bas sur un genou qu on croise
The singer references a quintessentially French fashion item - a fishnet stocking - to further illustrate the city's image.

Oh Baby, just take my frozen hands and hear me say
The singer addresses a lover, wishing for them to join them in Paris and share their love for the city.

Don't let me turn to sand and blow away
The singer expresses their fear of losing the memory of what they love about Paris or perhaps losing themselves in the hustle and bustle of the city.

Though this crowded desert called Paris
The singer comments on how densely populated the city of Paris is, and perhaps how it can be overwhelming at times.

Un zeste de Javanaise, un tour de Moulin Rouge et deux de Notre-Dame
The singer lists more iconic Parisian landmarks and cultural touchstones to continue painting a picture of what they love about the city.

Nappé de macadam, décoré d'un chaland D'Anvers ou d'Amsterdam un canal, Arletty
The singer describes the city's streets and waterways, again using landmarks to paint a picture of Parisian life.

Oh Baby, just hold this lonely fan and hear him say
The singer addresses a lover, asking them to comfort them and hear their thoughts on the city and what it means to them.

Sans doute la seule femme qui pouvait dire "Paname"
The singer references a famous actress who could use the slang term for Paris, furthering the association between the city and celebrity culture.

Saupoudrez, pour finir, de poussière do métro
The singer ends the song by suggesting adding some subway dust to the mix, perhaps making a joke about the less glamorous aspects of Parisian life.

Mais n'en prenez pas trop, Paris perdrait son âme
The singer's final line cautions against changing too much about Paris, as it could lose the qualities that make it unique and special.