Meet Me In St. Louis, Louis
Judy Garland · When I Was Dorothy [2012]
He hung up his coat and his hat,
He gazed all around
But no wifey he found
So he said "Where can Flossy be at"
A note on the table he spied
He read it just once then he cried
It read 'Louis dear it's toos low for me here
So I think I will go for a ride Oh
Meet me in St. Louis, Louis
Meet me at the fair,
Don't tell me the lights are shining
Any place but there
We will dance the hoochie koochie
I will be your tootsie wootsie
If you will meet me in st. Louis, Louis,
Meet me at the fair
(Company)
*Meet me in st. Louis, Louis
Meet me at the fair
Don't tell me the lights are shining
Any place but there*
We will dance the hoochie koochie
I will be your tootsie wootsie
If you will meet me in St. Louis, Louis
Meet me at the fair
Meet Me In St. Louis, Louis
Judy Garland's recording of "Meet Me In St. Louis, Louis" from the 2012 album When I Was Dorothy captures the nostalgic spirit of the 1944 film of the same name. As one of the most recognizable songs in American musical theater history, this performance showcases Garland's signature vocal warmth and emotional depth. The track serves as a poignant reminder of the era's storytelling traditions, blending operatic flair with popular songwriting. Its enduring popularity stems from its ability to evoke a sense of community and longing, qualities Garland brought to life with remarkable clarity. This version remains a definitive interpretation, cementing the song's place in the canon of classic Hollywood musicals.