Autumn Leaves
Tony Evans And His Orchestra Lyrics


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The falling leaves drift by the window
The autumn leaves of red and gold
I see your lips, the summer kisses
The sun-burned hands I used to hold

Since you went away the days grow long
And soon I'll hear old winter's song
But I miss you most of all my darling
When autumn leaves start to fall

C'est une chanson, qui nous ressemble
Toi tu m'aimais et je t'aimais
Nous vivions tous deux ensemble
Toi qui m'aimais moi qui t'aimais
Mais la vie separe ceux qui s'aiment




Tout doucement sans faire de bruit
Et la mer efface sur le sable les pas des amants desunis

Overall Meaning

The opening lines of the song "Autumn Leaves" by Tony Evans And His Orchestra paint a vivid picture of the changing seasons and the passage of time. The falling leaves drifting by the window symbolize the transition from the vibrant colors of autumn to the starkness of winter. The imagery of autumn leaves of red and gold evokes a sense of beauty and change, mirroring the feelings of nostalgia and longing expressed in the lyrics.


The reference to summer kisses and sun-burned hands highlights the memories of a past love that has now faded away. The singer reminisces about the warmth and intimacy they once shared with their partner, whose absence has left a void in their life. The juxtaposition of the vibrant images of summer with the melancholy tone of the lyrics adds depth to the emotional impact of the song.


As the days grow longer and colder with the approach of winter, the singer is reminded of their lost love and the void it has left in their heart. The mention of hearing "old winter's song" foreshadows the loneliness and sorrow that accompany the changing seasons. Despite the passage of time, the singer confesses that they miss their beloved the most when the autumn leaves start to fall, emphasizing the enduring nature of their love and longing.


The lyrics in French introduce a new perspective on the theme of lost love and separation. The lines reflect on the shared connection between two people who once loved each other deeply but were ultimately separated by the circumstances of life. The imagery of the sea erasing the footprints of lovers on the sand conveys a sense of inevitability and impermanence, underscoring the bittersweet nature of relationships and the fleeting nature of human connections. Overall, "Autumn Leaves" captures the complexity of emotions associated with love, loss, and the passage of time, resonating with listeners through its poignant lyrics and evocative imagery.


Line by Line Meaning

The falling leaves drift by the window
Watching the leaves fall outside the window


The autumn leaves of red and gold
Seeing the vibrant colors of autumn leaves


I see your lips, the summer kisses
Thinking of the summer days spent kissing


The sun-burned hands I used to hold
Remembering holding hands under the sun


Since you went away the days grow long
Feeling the loneliness since you left


And soon I'll hear old winter's song
Preparing for the cold winter days ahead


But I miss you most of all my darling
Missing you more than anything, my love


When autumn leaves start to fall
Feeling the emptiness as autumn arrives


C'est une chanson, qui nous ressemble
It's a song that reflects us


Toi tu m'aimais et je t'aimais
You loved me and I loved you


Nous vivions tous deux ensemble
We lived together


Toi qui m'aimais moi qui t'aimais
You who loved me, me who loved you


Mais la vie separe ceux qui s'aiment
But life separates those who love each other


Tout doucement sans faire de bruit
Gently and quietly


Et la mer efface sur le sable les pas des amants desunis
And the sea erases on the sand the footprints of separated lovers




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