C'est magnifique
Peggy Lee Lyrics


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When love comes in
And takes you for a spin,
Ooh-la-la-la, c'est magnifique!
when every night
Your love one holds you tight,
Ooh-la-la-la, c'est magnifique!

But when, one day,
Your love one drifts away,
Ooh-la-la-la, it's so tragique!
But when, once more,
He whispers "Je t'adore!",
C'est magnifique!

When love comes in
And takes you for a spin,
Ooh-la-la-la, c'est magnifique!
when every night
Your love one holds you tight,
Ooh-la-la-la, c'est magnifique!

But when, one day,
Your love one drifts away,
Ooh-la-la-la, it's so tragique!
But when, once more,
He whispers "Je t'adore!",
C'est magnifique!

Yes when, once more,





He whispers "Je t'adore!",
C'est magnifique!

Overall Meaning

Peggy Lee's song C'est magnifique is a joyful celebration of love and its twist and turns. The lyrics describe the blissful moments of being in love, with "When love comes in and takes you for a spin" and the feeling of being held tight every night by the loved one. The phrase "Ooh-la-la-la, c'est magnifique" is used throughout the song to amplify the excitement and joy of the experience.


However, the song also acknowledges the reality of love's ups and downs, as indicated by the verse "But when, one day, your love one drifts away, Ooh-la-la-la, it's so tragique!" This verse captures the sense of loss and heartbreak that can come with love, but the refrain remains steadfast with the hope of a joyful future, as "when once more, he whispers 'Je t'adore!', C'est magnifique!"


Overall, C'est magnifique is a song that encapsulates the highs and lows of love, showcasing its beauty and magic while also acknowledging the challenges that come with it.


Line by Line Meaning

When love comes in And takes you for a spin, Ooh-la-la-la, c'est magnifique!
When love unexpectedly enters your life and sweeps you off your feet, it's an awe-inspiring and joyful experience.


when every night Your love one holds you tight, Ooh-la-la-la, c'est magnifique!
Being embraced by the one you love every night is a beautiful and amazing feeling.


But when, one day, Your love one drifts away, Ooh-la-la-la, it's so tragique!
Experiencing the loss of love when someone leaves you is heart-breaking and unfortunate.


But when, once more, He whispers "Je t'adore!", C'est magnifique!
When love is rekindled and he professes his love for you again, it's a glorious and splendid moment.


Yes when, once more, He whispers "Je t'adore!", C'est magnifique!
When he tells you 'I adore you' again, you know that love is back and it's wonderful.




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Cole Porter

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Comments from YouTube:

@gr8tastesforya799

C’est truly magnifique!!! 👌😍👌

@tapeomatic

I have this version of the song on a stereo demo tape called "Pleasure's New Sound" from the late 1950's. Great stuff!

@davidwalsh3439

Simply beautiful music by the magical Peggy Lee

@rockerbyal

In early 60"s Bought this album plus follow up album which continued same format of Latin Backing.still play both a lot.outstanding arrangements

@tosagua

By adding a nice beat and a great arrangement to Peggy Lee's  charming voice you obtained a sure winner.   Regards from Guayaquil, Ecuador, South America.

@angelcossio784

Wonderful

Peggy Lee is second to none!

@inspectorfunk

that's wonderful

@onceinablue19

My hubby likes to listen to this music

@VyNguyen-zq4bi

Quarantine time :)))

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