At one point Larsen ha… Read Full Bio ↴Stu Larsen is an Australian singer-songwriter
At one point Larsen has no fixed address, no job, few possessions and little money - just a lot of generous friends who seem to let him sleep on their floor or couch, or in their spare room as he ventures onward. He appeared to be on a journey of sorts, perhaps searching for something greater than can be found in oneโs own backyard. He spent time exploring & wandering all over the world. Through Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Germany, the United Kingdom and the United States, road tripping with friends, playing unexpected shows in unexpected places, staying in the homes of old and new friends all along the way.
Chicago Song
Stu Larsen Lyrics
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Where the mighty winds blow
She was a picture in a frame
And she said
I gotta hit the highway
Are you going my way
She didn't say her name
Cause I've been looking for a girl like you
To come and travel with a boy like me
Would you come and sing a little melody
And I've been waiting for a partner in crime
Split every dollar and share every dime
Would you come and sing a little harmony
Through Colorado
And onto the next show
We were dancing in the street
It didn't matter where we were
As long as we were together
We could always feel the beat
Cause I've been looking for a girl like you
To come and travel with a boy like me
Would you come and sing a little melody
And I've been waiting for a partner in crime
Split every dollar and share every diamond
Would you come and sing a little harmony
We hit San Francisco
And it felt just like home
We didn't wanna leave
But we got back on the road
And we were following the coast
To see what we could see
Cause I've been looking for a girl like you
To come and travel with a boy like me
Would you come and sing a little melody
And I've been waiting for a partner in crime
Split every dollar and share every diamond
Would you come and sing a little harmony
Down in San Diego
It's as far as we'll go
Still don't know her name
"Chicago Song" is a ballad composed and performed by Australian singer-songwriter Stu Larsen. The song tells the tale of a traveling musician who comes across a mysterious girl from Chicago while on tour. She asks him if he is on the road to which he replies yes. The girl proposes that they should partner up and travel together to which the musician responds in a playful manner by asking her to sing a little melody. After traveling together through Colorado and San Francisco, they find themselves in San Diego, and the song ends with the musician admitting that he still doesn't know the girl's name.
The song's melody is soothing and melodic, which matches the lyrics' theme of finding love and companionship on the road. Stu Larsen's smooth vocals and excellent guitar playing add to the song's emotive qualities, which make it a perfect track for long road trips or contemplative moments. "Chicago Song" is a poignant reminder that even on the loneliest of roads, one can often find unexpected love and companionship.
Line by Line Meaning
She came down from Chicago
A woman arrived from Chicago, a city with a reputation for strong winds.
Where the mighty winds blow
Chicago is well-known for its strong winds.
She was a picture in a frame
The woman was pretty and visually appealing.
And she said
She spoke to the artist.
I gotta hit the highway
She is ready to travel and head out on the open road.
Are you going my way
She asked the singer if he was headed in the same direction.
She didn't say her name
The woman didn't introduce herself to the singer.
And I said
The artist responded to her question.
Cause I've been looking for a girl like you
The artist has been searching for a specific type of woman.
To come and travel with a boy like me
He wants a woman who will travel with him and share experiences.
Would you come and sing a little melody
He asks her if she would be willing to sing and make music with him.
And I've been waiting for a partner in crime
The artist wants someone to share everything with him.
Split every dollar and share every dime
He wants someone who is willing to share finances and expenses with him.
Would you come and sing a little harmony
He asks her again if she would be willing to sing with him.
Through Colorado
They travel through the western state of Colorado.
And onto the next show
They move on to the next place or event.
We were dancing in the street
They dance together in public.
It didn't matter where we were
The location didn't matter to them as long as they were together.
As long as we were together
Being together was the important thing to them.
We could always feel the beat
They appreciate the rhythm and music that they share together.
We hit San Francisco
They arrived in the city of San Francisco.
And it felt just like home
The artist feels comfortable and at home in San Francisco.
We didn't wanna leave
The singer didn't want to leave San Francisco.
But we got back on the road
Despite not wanting to leave, they continue on their journey.
And we were following the coast
They continue to travel along the coast of California.
To see what we could see
They are exploring and seeking new experiences.
Down in San Diego
They arrived in the city of San Diego.
It's as far as we'll go
This is the farthest point of their journey.
Still don't know her name
The artist still hasn't learned the woman's name.
Contributed by Jackson E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@davidpetersen5287
Such a fun song! Love your work.
@joebarn2933
I love this, play this on a Guitar everytime when I own an apology to my gf.
Worked 2 years back and works in 2020 too. โค๏ธ
@simenstory3321
A great song and a perfect album! So proud of you, Stu!
@IndieVibes.
Good song and Great video! Thanks Stu for this great album, we love you!
@almaburns6562
I absolutely love this video, and the song too, of course!
@rossanasabatino9438
i love this song,his voice is so great...
@moranthyelsaka3233
Stu is an underrated artist!
@marylima2135
Linda mรบsica ๐๐๐๐๐
@felicialynn8369
One of my most favorite songs ๐๐โ๏ธ๐บ
@simona8964
Una canzone stupenda!! โค๏ธ๐๐ป