Here are the lyrics to a popular WWII song originally sung by Doris Day:
Gonna take a Sentimental Journey,
Gonna set my heart at ease.
Gonna make a Sentimental Journey,
to renew old memories.
Got my bags, got my reservations,
Spent each dime I could afford.
Like a child in wild anticipation,
I Long to hear that, "All aboard!"
Seven...that's the time we leave at seven.
I'll be waitin' up at heaven,
Countin' every mile of railroad
track, that takes me back.
Never thought my heart could be so yearny.
Why did I decide to roam?
Gotta take that Sentimental Journey,
Sentimental Journey home.
Sentimental Journey.
What do you think this means or what are they talking about?
2007-05-23 11:55:18 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Entertainment & Music ➔ Music ➔ Lyrics
I would guess, since it was a WWII song, that it was the yearning each soldier had to return to his loved ones, and just as strong yearnings on his his woman's part to be with him. Since trains were the best mode for long-distance transportation home then, the person is obviously looking forward to boarding the train and going "home", in their mind if not physically doing it.
2007-05-23 12:01:51 · answer #1 · answered by Jess 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I always thought it was a song about dying. Taking a journey to heaven, home etc. and that the sentimental journey is looking back over your life when you pass, like people that have had near death experiences describe. Sorry, I know this sounds morbid, but thats my interpretation. And anyway, death is not meant to be a sad thing, its meant to be a rejoicful time.
2007-05-23 12:07:43 · answer #2 · answered by Cathy S 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This was one of Doris Days' signature songs. She did not write them, I believe. This one?
I am packin up and bailing.
I have good memories, mostly elsewhere.
In those days of innocence, she was off
full of life and hope.
Kinda different now adays. Plus she happily
boarded a train and did not complain.
Like u or me taking a Greyhound becuz we believed
Some days I wish I was born in another space & time.
2007-05-23 12:10:27 · answer #3 · answered by Mele Kai 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The poor soldier she was singing about -- was a seven on the emotional misery index. Imagine your perspective of the world from a stretcher. Happy to be goin' home, but happier in heaven, right?
2007-05-23 12:07:52 · answer #4 · answered by Pillsbury Man 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The person in the song is just going back home for a while. He/she is questioning why they left and looking forward to going back for awhile. No big secret messages in those days!
2007-05-23 12:01:00 · answer #5 · answered by sramnesia 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Someone getting ready for a date???
2007-05-23 11:58:19 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Um, she's going home.
2007-05-23 12:22:54 · answer #7 · answered by Camarogirl67 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
when u find out, email me, ok?
2007-05-23 11:58:18 · answer #8 · answered by Samzz101 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A long journey that wasnt for any good or something... I dunno!
2007-05-23 11:58:21 · answer #9 · answered by brooke,<3 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋