Picnic
McGuire Sisters Lyrics
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I looked at you and somehow I knew
On a day for singing
My heart went winging
A picnic grove was our rendezvous
You and I in the sunshine
At the last light of evening
I held you in my arms
Now when days grow stormy
And lonely for me
I just recall picnic time and you
Now when days grow stormy
And lonely for me
I just recall picnic time and you
The lyrics of the song "Picnic", by the McGuire Sisters, depict a beautiful memory of love and togetherness. The setting is a beautiful picnic morning, where the singer finds herself looking at her loved one and feeling an overwhelming sense of knowing about her feelings towards them. The day is beautiful and meant for singing, and the singer's heart is taken over with joy as they find themselves in a picnic grove, making it their rendezvous spot. The couple spends the day walking through fields and farms and as the day comes to an end, they share an intimate moment where the singer holds her loved one in her arms.
The singer confesses that when things get stormy and lonely for her in the present, she finds solace in this memory of a beautiful day filled with love and sunshine. The song speaks to the power of memories and how they can often be the one thing we hold on to when life gets rough. It also highlights the idea of finding joy and moments of love amidst the monotony of everyday life.
Line by Line Meaning
On a picnic morning without a warning
One day while on a picnic, I noticed something without expecting to
I looked at you and somehow I knew
Upon seeing you, I became certain of something
On a day for singing
This was a day meant for musical enjoyment
My heart went winging
I experienced a strong emotional reaction
A picnic grove was our rendezvous
We arranged to meet at a scenic outdoor area
You and I in the sunshine
We spent time together in the warm sunlight
We strolled the fields and farms
We casually walked through rural areas
At the last light of evening
As the day came to a close
I held you in my arms
We shared a tender moment
Now when days grow stormy
During difficult times
And lonely for me
When I feel alone
I just recall picnic time and you
I remember our happy memories together in the outdoor setting
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Written by: GEORGE W DUNING
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Heidi's Here & There
On a picnic morning
Without a warning
I looked at you
And somehow I knew
On a day for singing
My heart went winging
A picnic grove
Was our rendezvous
You and I in the sunshine
We strolled the fields and farms
At the last light of evening
I held you in my arms
Now when days grow stormy
And lonely for me
I just recall
Picnic time with you
Now when days grow stormy
And lonely for me
I just recall
Picnic time with you
Manuel Alido
Great harmony. I equally love the instrumental versions of this song.
Victoria Grace
One of the most beautiful songs I've ever and I think possibly the very best version of the "Picnic" theme too. I've been listening to classic tunes for years, including the "Picnic" film score and have never heard this rendition...it's AMAZING. Thank you greatly for sharing it with us!
Anthony Wiertel
What harmony The McGuire sisters had! What a great time in America as well. Our golden era was post Korean War until the assassination of JFK. Too bad we did nothing, or very little about racism. It’s still here.🙏🇺🇸
Dave Gaba
Gotta agree with you, the harmony is beautiful, it's a sweet wistful memory of love...
hobieone60
This song is so beautiful it hurts down deep. Going on family reunion picnics in the 50s and 60s Pa. Dutch area, we had the same setup of bands, games, cake walk, prize, amazing dutch food. Oh the memories of seeing my children play. Sadly one daughter has spoken to me 15years, wife divorced 27 years. But memories like this keep me alive. Thanks
Patricia Weiss
I was born in 1946, in Chicago where Kim Novak was born! I've been remembering this song, which was the theme song from the movie, Picnic, with Kim Novak and William Holden as the young couple falling in love. This song is usually combined in counterpoint with Moonglow . I use it as my ringtone ! Loved the
McGuire Sisters. Their harmony was wonderful. If u watch the video from the movie dance scene, if you're a romantic you'll MELT. I just ordered it from Amazon Instant Video and I'm watching it right now. I'm a 72 y/o female who experienced that glorious romance and passion!
John Jarou
great movie!!!!
david alen
Lucky you !
Kinseydsp
This song takes me back to my dreams as a young Man of Having Someone to care about and love all my Life it never happened but this song always thrills me. Thanks for putting it on, bless you!
PuffKitty
@Mercedy I'm slightly younger than you but I feel like such a idealistic, romantic young girl when I hear this song, it pulls at my heartstrings so 😌 I couldn't help but sway with an imaginary partner in the kitchen when I heard it but I had to stop since it hurt my arthritis too bad 😅