Lyrics
It isn't by chance I happen to be
Reflecting on the fact that being in a certain position or circumstance is not a coincidence.
A boulevardier, the toast of Paris
Describing oneself as a fashionable and socially active person, celebrated in Paris.
For over the noise, the talk and the smoke
Amidst the chaos and distractions, being able to provide entertainment through humor, drinks, or jokes.
I'm good for a laugh, a drink or a joke
Emphasizing the ability to bring joy and amusement to others.
I walk in a room, a party or ball
Entering various social settings confidently, whether it be a room, party, or ball.
"Come sit over here" somebody will call
Anticipating invitations from others to join and participate in social gatherings.
"A drink for M'sieur, a drink for us all!"
Acknowledging the generosity of others in offering drinks for everyone.
But how many times I stop and recall
Reflecting on past experiences and recalling them despite the current social engagements.
Ah, the apple trees
Introducing a nostalgic reminiscence of apple trees.
Blossoms in the breeze
Describing the blossoms of the apple trees swaying in the breeze.
That we walked among
Recalling walking among the apple trees.
Lying in the hay
Recollecting moments of lying in the hay.
Games we used to play
Remembering the games played in the past.
While the rounds were sung
Evoking memories of singing rounds while engaging in those activities.
Only yesterday, when the world was young
Expressing a sense of longing for the past, specifically when the speaker was young.
Wherever I go they mention my name
Noticing that one's name is frequently mentioned wherever they go.
And that in itself, is some sort of fame
Acknowledging the recognition and a certain level of fame associated with being mentioned often.
"Come by for a drink, we're having a game"
Receiving invitations to join social activities, such as drinks and games.
Wherever I go I'm glad that I came
Expressing satisfaction with the decision to attend social events.
The talk is quite gay, the company fine
Describing the lively and enjoyable atmosphere of the social gatherings.
There's laughter and lights, and glamour and wine
Highlighting the presence of laughter, lights, glamour, and wine in these social settings.
And beautiful girls and some of them mine
Noting the beauty of the girls present, including some with a personal connection.
But often my eyes see a different shine
Acknowledging that, despite the external enjoyment, the speaker's eyes capture a different, more profound shine.
Ah, the apple trees
Returning to the theme of apple trees, this time evoking sunlit memories.
Sunlit memories
Recalling moments when the speaker and others lounged near apple trees where a hammock swung.
Where the hammock swung
Reflecting on the past, specifically the month of July, and the memories associated with it.
On our backs we'd lie
Describing the act of lying on one's back and looking at the sky.
Looking at the sky
Recalling the experience of gazing at the sky until the stars appeared.
Till the stars were strung
Further emphasizing the nostalgic sentiment tied to these past experiences.
Only last July when the world was young
Concluding with a reminder of the time when the world seemed young and full of possibilities.
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