April In Paris
The Billy May & His Orchestra Lyrics
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I never met it face to face
I never knew my heart could sing
I never missed a warm embrace
Till April in Paris, chestnuts in blossom
Holiday tables under the trees
April in Paris, this is a feeling
I never knew the charm of spring
I never met it face to face
I never knew my heart could sing
I never missed a warm embrace
Till April in Paris
Whom can I run to
What have you done to my heart
The lyrics of "April in Paris" by The Billy May & His Orchestra convey a sense of newfound joy and enchantment that comes with experiencing the beauty and romance of spring in the city of Paris. The singer expresses their ignorance and lack of appreciation for the charm of spring until they encounter April in Paris. Spring, with its blooming chestnuts and festive holiday tables set under the trees, brings about a feeling that is impossible to replicate. The lyrics suggest that April in Paris has transformed the singer's heart, evoking a newfound ability to feel joy and longing for physical affection.
The repetition of the refrain, emphasizing the singer's previous lack of awareness, serves to highlight the transformative power of April in Paris. The enchantment experienced in this particular time and place is so profound that it leaves the singer searching for answers - "Whom can I run to, what have you done to my heart?" The lyrics encapsulate the idea that Paris in April is a unique and unforgettable experience, awakening dormant emotions and exposing the singer to a world of newfound charm and romance.
Line by Line Meaning
I never knew the charm of spring
I was oblivious to the enchantment of the season of spring
I never met it face to face
I never experienced it directly
I never knew my heart could sing
I never realized that my heart could be filled with joy
I never missed a warm embrace
I never longed for the comfort of an affectionate hug
Till April in Paris, chestnuts in blossom
Until that magical April in Paris, when chestnuts bloomed
Holiday tables under the trees
Tables for festive celebrations set beneath the shade of trees
April in Paris, this is a feeling
April in Paris evokes a unique sentiment
That no one can ever reprise
That can never be replicated or reproduced by anyone
I never knew the charm of spring
I never comprehended the allure of spring
I never met it face to face
I never encountered it directly
I never knew my heart could sing
I never realized that my heart could be filled with joy
I never missed a warm embrace
I never yearned for the affectionate embrace of another
Till April in Paris
Until that noteworthy month in Paris
Whom can I run to
To whom can I seek solace
What have you done to my heart
What effect have you had on my emotions
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Written by: E. Y. Harburg, Vernon Duke
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