Bon Voyage
Mickey Deems Lyrics

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Bon voyage
You mean, bon voyage
I hate to say goodbye, sweetheart
By the seashore
You mean, sur la plage
I'll sail and watch the sea
Till you come back to me

Oh, my dearie
You mean, ma cherie
I'm yours for life
You mean, pour la vie
So kiss me, pretty wench
In English or in French
Bon voyage, bon voyage

Bon voyage
You mean, bon voyage
I hate to say goodbye, sweetheart
By the seashore
You mean, sur la plage
I'll sail and watch the sea
Till you come back to me

Oh, my dearie
You mean, ma cherie
I'm yours for life
You mean, pour la vie
So kiss me, pretty wench

In English or in French
Bon voyage, bon voyage

Overall Meaning

The song "Bon Voyage" is a farewell song between lovers as one sets off on a journey. The lyrics are playful and romantic, exchanging phrases in both English and French. The first verse sets the scene, referencing the seashore and watching the sea until the lover returns. The second verse uses French terms of endearment, emphasizing the enduring love between the two. The chorus repeats the phrase "Bon Voyage," wishing the departing lover a safe journey and expressing reluctance to say goodbye.

Line by Line Meaning

Bon voyage
Wishing you a safe journey.

You mean, bon voyage
I understand, have a good trip.

I hate to say goodbye, sweetheart
Leaving you is difficult for me.

By the seashore
Next to the ocean.

You mean, sur la plage
You mean, on the beach.

I'll sail and watch the sea
I will be on a boat, admiring the water.

Till you come back to me
Until we are reunited.

Oh, my dearie
Oh, my dear one.

You mean, ma cherie
You mean, my dear.

I'm yours for life
I belong to you always.

You mean, pour la vie
You mean, for life.