Chicago
Sinatra - Martin - Davis Jr Lyrics


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Chicago, Chicago
That toddlin' town
Chicago, Chicago
I'll show you around
I love it
Bet your bottom dollar you'll lose the blues
In Chicago, Chicago
The town that really Sunday couldn't shut down
On State Street that great street I just want to say
They do things they don't do on Broadway
They have a time, the time of their life
I saw a man who danced with his wife
In Chicago, Chicago my hometown
Chicago, Chicago
That toddlin' town
Chicago, Chicago
I will show you around
I love it
Bet your bottom dollar you'll lose the blues
I Chicago, Chicago
The town that really Sunday couldn't shut down
On State Street that great street I just want to say
They do things that they don't do on Broadway
They have the time the time of their life




I saw a man who danced with his wife
I Chicago, Chicago, Chicago that's my hometown!

Overall Meaning

The song "Chicago" by Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr. is an ode to the city of Chicago, also known as the Windy City. Throughout the song, the lyrics express a deep love for the city's culture, entertainment, and overall lively atmosphere. The phrase "toddlin' town" is used multiple times and refers to the city's energetic vibe and bustling nightlife. The song also mentions State Street, a major street in the city that was once a hub for shopping, entertainment, and jazz music in the early 20th century.


The lyrics also highlight the fact that Chicago is a place where people come to have a good time and escape their troubles. The line "Bet your bottom dollar you'll lose the blues" emphasizes this sentiment, as the city's upbeat spirit tends to make people forget about their problems and enjoy life. In addition, the lyrics mention a man dancing with his wife, which symbolizes the city's strong sense of community and togetherness.


Line by Line Meaning

Chicago, Chicago
The singer is talking about the city of Chicago.


That toddlin' town
Chicago is a lively and exciting city.


Chicago, Chicago
The singer is repeating the name of the city for emphasis.


I'll show you around
The singer is offering to act as a tour guide for the listener.


I love it
The singer really enjoys being in Chicago.


Bet your bottom dollar you'll lose the blues
The singer is confident that being in Chicago will cheer the listener up.


In Chicago, Chicago
The singer is reiterating that he is talking about the city of Chicago.


The town that really Sunday couldn't shut down
Chicago is a city that is always buzzing with excitement, even on a Sunday.


On State Street that great street I just want to say
The singer is drawing attention to State Street, which is a notable street in Chicago.


They do things they don't do on Broadway
The singer is saying that the things that happen on State Street are unique to Chicago and not found on Broadway in New York City.


They have a time, the time of their life
People in Chicago have a great time and really enjoy themselves.


I saw a man who danced with his wife
The singer is reminiscing about a happy memory he has of seeing a man dancing with his wife in Chicago.


In Chicago, Chicago my hometown
The singer is expressing his pride in being from Chicago and calling it his hometown.


Chicago, Chicago
The singer repeats the name of the city one more time for emphasis.


That toddlin' town
Same as before, Chicago is a lively and exciting city.


Chicago, Chicago
Same as before, the singer is repeating the name of the city for emphasis.


I will show you around
The singer reiterates his offer to act as a tour guide for the listener.


I love it
Same as before, the singer really enjoys being in Chicago.


Bet your bottom dollar you'll lose the blues
Same as before, the singer is confident that being in Chicago will cheer the listener up.


I Chicago, Chicago
Same as before, the singer is reiterating that he is talking about the city of Chicago.


The town that really Sunday couldn't shut down
Same as before, Chicago is a city that is always buzzing with excitement, even on a Sunday.


On State Street that great street I just want to say
Same as before, the singer is drawing attention to State Street, which is a notable street in Chicago.


They do things that they don't do on Broadway
Same as before, the singer is saying that the things that happen on State Street are unique to Chicago and not found on Broadway in New York City.


They have the time the time of their life
Same as before, people in Chicago have a great time and really enjoy themselves.


I saw a man who danced with his wife
Same as before, the singer is reminiscing about a happy memory he has of seeing a man dancing with his wife in Chicago.


I Chicago, Chicago, Chicago that's my hometown!
The singer is declaring his love and pride for his hometown of Chicago.




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Written by: Fred Fisher

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Frank Sinatra
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Im 17 years old and absolutely enjoyed every minute of this

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