Sentimental Journey
Mr. Acker Bilk Lyrics

The lyrics to Mr. Acker Bilk's song Sentimental Journey seem to be about a person who is embarking on a journey to rekindle old memories. The use of the word "sentimental" in the title of the song suggests that the journey is not just about traveling from one place to another, but rather about revisiting the past and the emotions associated with it. The singer talks about how they have prepared for the journey and are waiting eagerly to board the train at seven o’clock. The lyrics are full of childlike excitement and anticipation, which suggests that the person is looking forward to reliving their past experiences.

As the journey progresses, the singer counts every mile of the railroad track that takes them back home, indicating that the journey is not just physical but emotional as well. The singer then reflects on why they chose to leave in the first place and admits that they never knew their heart could be so yearny. The word "yearny" suggests a longing for something that they have lost, which further reinforces the idea that the journey is about revisiting the past to recapture old memories.

Sentimental Journey was first made famous by Les Brown and his Band of Renown in 1945. The song was written by Les Brown, Ben Homer, and Bud Green. The song was a huge hit and it stayed on the Billboard charts for 23 weeks, including 9 weeks at number one. Since then, the song has been covered by many artists, including Doris Day, Ella Fitzgerald, and Frank Sinatra.