Leaving On A Jet Plane
101 Strings Orchestra · Other Songs - 101 Strings Orchestra
I'm standin' here outside your door
I hate to wake you up to say goodbye
But the dawn is breakin' it's early morn
The taxi's waitin' he's blowin' his horn
Already I'm so lonesome, I could cry
So kiss me and smile for me
Tell me that you'll wait for me
Hold me like you'll never let me go
'Cause I'm leavin' on a jet plane
Don't know when I'll be back again
Oh babe, I hate to go
There's so many times I've let you down
So many times I've played around
I tell you now, they don't mean a thing
Every place I go, I'll think of you
Every song I sing, I'll sing for you
When I come back I'll bring your wedding ring
So kiss me and smile for me
Tell me that you'll wait for me
Hold me like you'll never let me go
'Cause I'm leavin' on a jet plane
Don't know when I'll be back again
Oh babe, I hate to go
Now the time has come to leave you
One more time let me kiss you
And close your eyes, I'll be on my way
Dream about the days to come
When I won't have to leave alone
About the times, I won't have to say
Kiss me and smile for me
Tell me that you'll wait for me
Hold me like you'll never let me go
'Cause I'm leavin' on a jet plane
Don't know when I'll be back again
Oh babe, I hate to go
Yes, I'm leavin' on a jet plane
Don't know when I'll be back again
Oh babe, I hate to go, I hate to go
Leaving On A Jet Plane
Performed by the 101 Strings Orchestra, this recording captures the melancholic elegance of mid-20th-century American pop balladry. The arrangement features lush orchestral textures that underscore the song's themes of sudden departure and lingering regret. Released as a standalone single, the track became a staple of the era's romantic repertoire, often associated with themes of transience and the bittersweet nature of parting. Its enduring appeal lies in its timeless composition, which has been covered by numerous artists across decades, cementing its place in the canon of classic pop music. The orchestra's interpretation emphasizes the emotional weight of the melody, creating a sonic landscape that remains recognizable and moving to audiences worldwide.