April In Paris
Victor Young & 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 opening lines of Victor Young & His Orchestra's song "April In Paris" reflect a sense of wonder and discovery. The singer speaks of never having experienced the delights of springtime, but everything changes when they find themselves in the city of Paris in April. As the trees bloom with chestnuts and tables are set up outside for holidays, the singer is filled with a feeling that cannot be replicated. They come to realize that their heart is capable of singing, and the warmth of a long-awaited embrace is now deeply missed. The chorus repeats the phrase "April in Paris" again, emphasizing the intense pleasure and joy that this season and location have brought the singer.
The song captures the essence of the romanticization of Paris in the eyes of many Americans in the mid-twentieth century. While the city has always been associated with intellectualism and artistic exploration, it also became a symbol of romantic love in the popular consciousness. "April in Paris" captures this fascination with the city and its cultural significance, as well as the sense of awakening and transformation the spring season can bring. Victor Young & His Orchestra's rendition of the classic song is both wistful and romantic, conveying the singer's longing and yearning for an experience that they know they can never replicate.
Line by Line Meaning
I never knew the charm of spring
Prior to experiencing April in Paris, I was not familiar with the unique attractiveness of this season
I never met it face to face
I had never directly encountered spring and all of its wonders before
I never knew my heart could sing
My heart had never before been filled with such joy and happiness that it actually felt like singing
I never missed a warm embrace
I had never been without a warm hug, so I didn't know what it would feel like to long for one
Till April in Paris, chestnuts in blossom
It wasn't until I experienced April in Paris, with the beautiful blooming of chestnut trees, that I truly understood the beauty of spring
Holiday tables under the trees
During April in Paris, there is a festive atmosphere with tables set up underneath the blossoming trees for people to share meals and enjoy each other's company
April in Paris, this is a feeling
April in Paris brings a certain feeling that is unique and special
That no one can ever reprise
The feeling and experience of April in Paris is one that cannot be duplicated or repeated in the same way
Whom can I run to
I am overwhelmed by my emotions and do not know where to turn for comfort or support
What have you done to my heart
The experience of April in Paris has had such a profound impact on me that it has left me feeling emotionally transformed
Lyrics © Tratore
Written by: E. Y. Harburg, Vernon Duke
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JamesRoneyMusic
Just found this in my deceased father’s record collection moments ago. Remarkable. To this very day I compose orchestral works. This is how strings use to sound before modern day technology. Thanks for posting this. 🎹