On The Street Where You Live
Nat King Cole · Other Songs - Nat King Cole
I have often walked down this street before;
But the pavement always stayed beneath my feet before.
All at once am I
Several stories high,
Knowing I'm on the street where you live.
Are there lilac trees in the heart of town?
Can you hear a lark in any other part of town?
Does enchantment pour
Out of ev'ry door?
No, it's just on the street where you live!
And oh! The towering feeling
Just to know somehow you are near!
The overpowering feeling
That any second you may suddenly appear!
People stop and stare. They don't bother me.
For there's nowhere else on earth that I would rather be.
Let the time go by,
I won't care if I
Can be here on the street where you live.
On The Street Where You Live
Nat King Cole's 'On The Street Where You Live' stands as a quintessential example of his mastery over the ballad format. Recorded in the mid-1950s, the track showcases Cole's signature smooth vocal delivery and sophisticated piano accompaniment, blending jazz sensibilities with pop accessibility. The song's narrative follows a couple's romantic journey, capturing the intimacy of a shared life through its gentle melody and poignant lyrics. As one of Cole's most beloved compositions, it exemplifies the era's golden age of vocal jazz, where technical precision met emotional depth. The recording remains a staple in his discography, reflecting his ability to craft timeless standards that resonated with audiences worldwide.