Song Details
- Album Release Date: 2012
- Genre: opera
Song Meaning of “Roméo et Juliette / Act 1: “Eh bien! Cher Paris”” by Charles Gounod
This song from Charles Gounod’s opera Roméo et Juliette evokes a romantic longing and appreciation of the city of Paris. The speaker seems to be in awe of the city and expresses admiration for the beauty of it. The speaker is deeply affected by the beauty of Paris and contemplates the love and romance that it inspires. The singer acknowledges that Paris is the ideal place to find true love, since it was the city of Romeo and Juliet and many other lovers. The speaker also expresses loneliness of being in Paris without having a partner to share it with. The song ends with the acknowledgment that time will ultimately break even the strongest love but that it can still be appreciated and cherished. This is a romantic ode to the city of Paris and a reminder to appreciate the love that exists within it even if it is not fully realized.