Connecticut
Michael Feinstein Lyrics
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I'd be so happy if I were there
No matter where I chance to be
Connecticut is the place for me
Miss every lake, miss every hill
Even in dreams, I think of them still
And when you see them, you'll agree
Village dreams and childhood scenes
Are things that I remember yet
Land of dreams and moonlit streams
How close to heaven can you get
Nights full of stars, hearts full of joy
Paradise for a girl and a boy
I guess it suits me to a T
Connecticut is the place for me to be
Connecticut is the place for me
Sounds like a great stage for a late date
With a mate waiting just for you
And every Yale guy is a male guy
Through and through
Sounds like a great stage
It's never hum drum dating some chum
With her thumbs strumming a guitar
You'll find the chicks slicker and they mix quicker by far
Sounds like a great, great stage
It's quick and spanner then old Montana
And Indiana can't rate
The nights are longer, the men are stronger
So linger longer and wait
Cause it's a great, great, great, great stage
Circle the globe, dozens of times
Seen all its wonders and I've known all its qualms
I've searched it with a fine tooth comb
And found that I have only one home sweet home
Connecticut always will be my home sweet home
The lyrics of Michael Feinstein's song "Connecticut" describe a place that the singer loves deeply and misses when he is away. The song starts with the line "I know a spot, peaceful and fair," which sets the tone for the rest of the lyrics. The singer is happy when he is in Connecticut, and he longs to be there when he is not. He describes missing every lake and every hill, even when he dreams. When he sees Connecticut, he feels that it is the place to be. The singer describes the village dreams and childhood scenes that he remembers and the land of dreams and moonlit streams. He considers Connecticut to be close to heaven. Nights full of stars and hearts full of joy make it a paradise for a girl and a boy. The singer believes that Connecticut suits him perfectly and remains his sweet home forever.
The song "Connecticut" was written by the American composer Jule Styne and lyricist Bob Hilliard for the 1955 Broadway musical "Happy Hunting." In the show, the song is performed by the character Liz Livingstone, who is played by Ethel Merman. This musical was Merman's last great commercial success on Broadway. "Happy Hunting" is a comedy that tells the story of a wealthy widow named Liz Livingstone, who travels to Europe with the hope of finding the perfect husband. While in Europe, she meets a man called Marc, and they fall in love. The musical features several romantic and humorous songs that are considered standards in the theatre world.
Line by Line Meaning
I know a spot, peaceful and fair
There's a serene and peaceful place I know of.
I'd be so happy if I were there
I would feel truly happy if I were there.
No matter where I chance to be
Regardless of where I may be in the world.
Connecticut is the place for me
I feel that Connecticut is my true home.
Miss every lake, miss every hill
I long for every beautiful lake and hill.
Even in dreams, I think of them still
Even when I dream, I still think of them.
And when you see them, you'll agree
If you also see them, you'll agree with me.
Connecticut is the place to be
Connecticut is definitely the place to be.
Village dreams and childhood scenes
Dreams of villages and scenes from my childhood.
Are things that I remember yet
I still clearly remember these things.
Land of dreams and moonlit streams
The land of dreams and streams illuminated by the moon.
How close to heaven can you get
It's almost like being in heaven.
Nights full of stars, hearts full of joy
Nights full of stars and our hearts filled with joy.
Paradise for a girl and a boy
It's like paradise for any couple.
I guess it suits me to a T
I believe that Connecticut suits me perfectly.
Connecticut is the place for me to be
Once again, I firmly believe that Connecticut is the ideal place for me.
Connecticut is the place for me
The chorus repeats once more.
Sounds like a great stage for a late date
Connecticut sounds like an excellent place for a romantic outing.
With a mate waiting just for you
With a partner eagerly awaiting your arrival.
And every Yale guy is a male guy
All the guys in Connecticut are men's men, particularly those from Yale.
Through and through
This trait is present in every last one of them.
Sounds like a great stage
The theme of Connecticut being a great location continues from the chorus.
It's never hum drum dating some chum
You'll never feel bored going out with someone there.
With her thumbs strumming a guitar
She may even be musically talented.
You'll find the chicks slicker and they mix quicker by far
You'll find the ladies there to be more sophisticated and socializing with them is easier.
Sounds like a great, great stage
This phrase is repeated again for emphasis.
It's quick and spanner than old Montana
Connecticut is two levels better than Montana.
And Indiana can't rate
Indiana doesn't hold a candle to Connecticut.
The nights are longer, the men are stronger
The nights are more lively, and the men are more robust than other areas.
So linger longer and wait
Therefore, stay a bit longer and savor the experience!
Cause it's a great, great, great, great stage
Once again, the chorus is repeated for emphasis.
Circle the globe, dozens of times
I've traveled numerous times around the world.
Seen all its wonders and I've known all its qualms
I've observed all of its marvels and know all of its flaws.
I've searched it with a fine tooth comb
I've thoroughly examined it in detail.
And found that I have only one home sweet home
But I only felt truly at home in Connecticut.
Connecticut always will be my home sweet home
The song ends with the artist stating they will always consider Connecticut to be their true home.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: RALPH BLANE, HUGH MARTIN
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