Always In My Heart
Ray Eberle;Glenn Miller & his Orchestra Lyrics
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High on a hill it calls to me
to be where little cable cars
climb halfway to the stars!
The morning fog may chill the air,
I don't care!
My love waits there in San Francisco,
above the blue and windy sea.
your golden sun will shine for me!
I left my heart in San Francisco.
High on a hill it calls to me
to be where little cable cars
climb halfway to the stars!
The morning fog may chill the air,
I don't care!
My love waits there in San Francisco,
above the blue and windy sea.
When I come home to you, San Francisco,
your golden sun will shine for me!
The lyrics to "Always In My Heart" by Ray Eberle, Glenn Miller, and his Orchestra are a tribute to the city of San Francisco, California. The opening line, "I left my heart in San Francisco," is a well-known phrase that has become synonymous with the city. The song describes the beauty of San Francisco, specifically the view from the top of a hill where one can see the city's famous cable cars climbing halfway to the stars. The song also touches on the city's characteristic fog, which can chill the air but is seen as a small price to pay for being surrounded by the city's natural beauty.
The song is ultimately a love letter to San Francisco, with the singer promising to return to the city and be reunited with their love. The sentiment of leaving one's heart in a city where they have found love is timeless and universal. The song's popularity has only grown since its release in 1942, and it has become a beloved anthem for both San Franciscans and those who have visited the city and fallen in love with it.
Line by Line Meaning
I left my heart in San Francisco.
I am emotionally attached to San Francisco and I have fond memories of it.
High on a hill it calls to me
The majestic view of the city from atop the hill reminds me of my love for San Francisco.
To be where little cable cars climb halfway to the stars!
I want to experience the unique charm of the city by riding on the famous cable cars and to reach new heights in my love for it.
The morning fog may chill the air, I don't care!
Weather conditions like a chilly fog do not dampen my spirits or love for the city.
My love waits there in San Francisco, above the blue and windy sea.
The person I love is in San Francisco and the sight of the ocean's expanse makes me feel hopeful in my love for them.
When I come home to you, San Francisco, your golden sun will shine for me!
When I return to San Francisco, my love for the city will be rewarded by its sunshine and embrace.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Douglas Cross, George Cory
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