Somewhere Along The Way
Nat "King" Cole Lyrics
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Along the avenue
Our hearts were carefree and gay
How could I know I'd lose you
Somewhere along the way?
The friends we used to know
Would always smile "hello"
Then love slipped through our fingers
Somewhere along the way
I should forget
But with the loneliness of night I start remembering everything
You're gone and yet
There's still a feeling deep inside
That you will always be part of me
So now I look for you
Along the avenue
And as I wander I pray
That some day soon I'll find you
Somewhere along the way
I should forget
But with the loneliness of night I start remembering everything
You're gone and yet
There's still a feeling deep inside
That you will always be part of me
So now I look for you
Along the avenue
And as I wander I pray
That some day soon I'll find you
Somewhere along the way
Somewhere along the way
The lyrics to Nat "King" Cole's song Somewhere Along the Way poetically express the longing of someone who has lost a former love. The singer recalls strolling the avenue with their former flame, their hearts full of joy and without a care in the world. However, something happened, and the love that they shared simply slipped through their fingers, unnoticed. Now, with loneliness as their only companion at night, they can only remember everything they once had. But even though their love is lost, they still feel that the former flame will always be a part of them, deep inside. So, they wander the avenue alone, hoping and praying that one day soon, they will find the one they lost somewhere along the way.
The beauty of Somewhere Along the Way lies in its simplicity. The song captures the bittersweet emotions that come with losing someone dear to you. Itβs a song about a lover who has moved on and left a hole in your heart, but that void is something that can never completely be filled. Nat "King" Cole brings life and emotion to the lyrics, making the listener feel the same way the singer does. The song was included in Coleβs album Welcome to the Club, which was released in 1959.
Line by Line Meaning
I used to walk with you
I used to stroll alongside you
Along the avenue
Down the street
Our hearts were carefree and gay
We were happy and without worries
How could I know I'd lose you
I couldn't have predicted that I'd lose you
Somewhere along the way?
At some point in time, but I don't know when
The friends we used to know
Our mutual acquaintances
Would always smile "hello"
They were always friendly and welcoming
No love like our love they'd say
Our love was unparalleled in their eyes
Then love slipped through our fingers
We lost or let go of our love
Somewhere along the way
At some point in time, but I don't know when
I should forget
I ought to forget
But with the loneliness of night I start remembering everything
In the quiet of night, I recall everything
You're gone and yet
You're no longer here with me, but
There's still a feeling deep inside
There's a strong sensation within me
That you will always be part of me
That you will forever be a part of me
So now I look for you
Therefore, I search for you
And as I wander I pray
While I roam, I hope
That some day soon I'll find you
That I'll locate you someday in the near future
Somewhere along the way
At some point in time, but I don't know when
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Written by: KURT ADAMS, SAMMY GALLOP
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Magier Family Entertainer Pierre Mardue
"Somewhere Along The Way"
I used to walk with you
Along the avenue
Our hearts were carefree and gay
How could I know I'd lose you
Somewhere along the way?
The friends we used to know
Would always smile "Hello"
No love like our love they'd say
Then love slipped through our fingers
Somewhere along the way
I should forget
But with the loneliness of night I start remembering ev'rything
You're gone and yet
There's still a feeling deep inside
That you will always be part of me
So now I look for you
Along the avenue
And as I wander I pray
That some day soon I'll find you
Somewhere along the way
I should forget
But with the loneliness of night I start remembering ev'rything
You're gone and yet
There's still a feeling deep inside
That you will always be part of me
So now I look for you
Along the avenue
And as I wander I pray
That some day soon I'll find you
Somewhere along the way
Somewhere along the way
Walter Gray
I just adore this song ! No one renders it better than the late, great Nat King Cole.
Thank you for sharing.
James Clark
This song says everything that can possibly be said about lost love. It is a masterpiece, my favorite Nat Cole song.
Kenneth Pennington
One of the most beautiful songs ever recorded by one of the most perfect voices on earth...a one in a million talent and person.
Sofia Sorace Panassi
Nat King Cole, Γ morreu
EstÑ vivo em nossos coraçáes!!
Pra quem Γ FΓ£, Bom Dia!!
Netfa Bandele
None better a great and soothing voice , the very best of his time. A voice you can never forget.
Kate Javanbakht
No one had a voice like NKC's.. Heard this on a CD while driving one sleepy, foggy Sunday morning in October on our way to Deadwood, SD, through the beautiful Black Hills. Unforgettable, and I mean it.
Cheryl Elaine Williams
My family had an album of his greatest hits circa 1964 and we played it all the time. This song was one of my favorites.
Marc M
when i was a little boy my mom often plays that onforgetable tune,after all these years it's still a beauty,like my mom!
Kenneth Hodges
Made in 1952 the year I left school. I'm now in my 80's and it still sounds good! Nat was not only a good singer but a damned fine pianist too!
Mel Carter
Such a smooth voice. I could listen to him anytime anywhere.