Bali Ha'i
Peggy Lee Lyrics


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Bali Ha'I may call you, any night, any day
In your heart, you'll hear it call you
Come away, come away

Bali Ha'I will whisper on the wind of the sea
Here am I, your special island
Come to me, come to me
Your own special hopes, your own special dreams
Bloom on the hillside and shine in the streams

If you try, you'll find me where the sky meets the sea
Here am I, your special island
Come to me, come to me

Bali Ha'I, Bali Ha'I, Bali Ha'I

Someday you'll see me floating in the sunshine
My head sticking out of a low-flying cloud

You'll hear me call you, singing through the sunshine
Sweet and clear as can be
Come to me, here I am, come to me






Bali Ha'I, Bali Ha'I, Bali Ha'I

Overall Meaning

"Bali Ha'i" is a song that speaks to the magic and allure of a far-off tropical paradise. Peggy Lee's voice is haunting and dreamy as she sings of this special island that calls out to the listener, any night, any day. The island is described in mythical terms, as a place where hopes and dreams bloom on the hillside and shine in the streams. The lyrics suggest that Bali Ha'i is not an imaginary place, but rather a real destination that can be found "where the sky meets the sea."


The song paints a vivid picture of Bali Ha'i as a place of beauty, mystery, and romance. It's a place where one can escape the everyday world and find a kind of inner peace. The song's refrain, "come to me," is an invitation to the listener to journey to Bali Ha'i and experience its magic for themselves. The song speaks to the power of escape and the need for rejuvenation, reminding us that sometimes we all need to take time out from our busy lives and find a place of peace and beauty.


Line by Line Meaning

Bali Ha'I may call you, any night, any day
The allure of Bali Ha'I can be so strong that you may feel drawn to it at any time.


In your heart, you'll hear it call you
The desire to visit Bali Ha'I will be strong in your heart.


One where they know they would like to be
Bali Ha'I is a place that many people dream of visiting and would love to be there.


Come away...Come away
The call of Bali Ha'I will make you feel like you need to leave your current location and go there.


Bali Ha'I will whisper on the wind of the sea
The sound of Bali Ha'I will sometimes be carried by the sea breeze to your ears.


Here am I your special island
Bali Ha'I is a unique and special island that welcomes visitors with open arms.


Come to me...Come to me
Bali Ha'I is inviting people to visit and explore its beautiful landscape.


Your own special hopes, your own special dreams
Bali Ha'I is a place where you can pursue your personal aspirations and fulfill your dreams.


Bloom on the hillside and shine in the streams
Nature flourishes on Bali Ha'I with lush greenery and sparkling waterways.


If you try, you'll find me
If you make an effort to visit Bali Ha'I, you will discover what makes it so special.


Where the sky meets the sea
Bali Ha'I is a place where the stunning horizon is the intersection of the sky and the sea.


Someday you'll see me floating in the sunshine
You will have the opportunity to witness Bali Ha'I's beauty basked in the bright sunshine.


My head sticking out from a low-lying cloud
Bali Ha'I's mountaintops are often shrouded in charming clouds that offer a surreal sight.


You hear me call you, singing through the sunshine
Bali Ha'I's voice can be heard by those who wish to listen, even in the bright, warm weather.


Sweet and clear as can be, Come to me...Here am I...Come to me
Bali Ha'I extends an invitation to explore and experience its splendor to the fullest potential.


Bali Ha'i...Bali Ha'i...Bali Ha'i
The name Bali Ha'I echoes in your mind reminding you of the place's unique attraction.




Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Oscar Hammerstein Ii, Richard Rodgers

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@Rivercastle

Bali Ha'i may call you, any night, any day
In your heart, you'll hear it call you
Come away, come away

Bali Ha'i will whisper on the wind of the sea
Here am I your special island
Come to me, come to me

Your own special hopes, your own special dreams
Bloom on the hillside and shine in the streams

If you try, you'll find me
Where the sky meets the sea
Here am I your special island
Come to me, come to me

Bali Ha'i, Bali Ha'i, Bali Ha'i

Someday you'll see me floating in the sunshine
My head sticking out from a low-lying cloud
You hear me call you, singing through the sunshine
Sweet and clear as can be
Come to me, here I am, come to me

Bali Ha'i, Bali Ha'i



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This is one of my favorite songs used in American Beauty.

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The best version of this song I heard so far.

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Saul Goodman led me here

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Arthur Dafoe Jimmy Mcgill brought me here

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Me too!

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It's all good, man.

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Me too

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@ikkik1781

"ITS ALL GOOD MAN!", SPLIPPIN, Jimmy

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South Pacific. What I consider one of the best American Operas ever created and this is a favorite song.

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