Shangri-La
Marty Manning and His Orchestra Lyrics


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Your kisses take me to Shangri-La
Each kiss is magic that makes my little world a Shangri-La
A land of bluebirds and fountains and nothing to do
But cling to an angel that looks like you
And when you hold me, how warm you are
Be mine, my darling, and spend your life with me in Shangri-La
For anywhere you are is Shangri-La
Your kisses take me to Shangri-La
Each kiss is magic that makes my little world a Shangri-La
A land of bluebirds and fountains and nothing to do
But cling to an angel that looks like you
And when you hold me, how warm you are




Be mine, my darling, and spend your life with me in Shangri-La
For anywhere you are is Shangri-La

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Shangri-La" by Marty Manning and His Orchestra embody the idea of an idyllic utopia and a romantic relationship. The singer talks about how the kisses of their partner transport them to Shangri-La, an imaginary place that is depicted as a magical land with bluebirds and fountains, and where they can do nothing but enjoy the company of their loved one. The singer equates the warmth they feel when their partner holds them with the paradise that Shangri-La represents.


The song's lyrics evoke a sense of innocence and simplicity, portraying a perfect world where love is the only thing that exists. The singer expresses their desire for their partner to spend their life together in this imagined paradise, where their love can flourish without any obstacles or distractions.


Overall, the song "Shangri-La" conveys a romanticized vision of love and a longing for an idealized world where love is all that matters.


Line by Line Meaning

Your kisses take me to Shangri-La
Your affectionate gestures and touch make me feel like I have transcended to an idyllic and imaginary paradise called Shangri-La


Each kiss is magic that makes my little world a Shangri-La
Every time you kiss me, my reality becomes perfect and blissful like the utopian land of Shangri-La


A land of bluebirds and fountains and nothing to do
In Shangri-La, there are serene elements like bluebirds, and refreshing water sources like fountains and no work or stress to distract from the serenity


But cling to an angel that looks like you
However, amidst all the peace and tranquility, I only want to hold on to you, my beloved, since you make my life complete


And when you hold me, how warm you are
When you embrace me, I feel the warmth of your love and it fills me with joy and happiness


Be mine, my darling, and spend your life with me in Shangri-La
I want you to be with me forever, my love, and experience an everlasting life of happiness, just like the paradise of Shangri-La


For anywhere you are is Shangri-La
No matter where we are as long as we are with each other, it is like being in the blissful paradise of Shangri-La




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: WALTER WIDEMAIR, HANS GREINER

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