The Story Behind Cecilia
“Cecilia” is a song by Simon and Garfunkel that was released in 1970. The song was written by Paul Simon and was inspired by a woman he met in Mexico. According to Simon, he wrote the song after returning from a trip to Mexico with Art Garfunkel. He woke up one morning with the melody in his head and the lyrics just flowed out.
The Lyrics To Cecilia
The lyrics to “Cecilia” are simple and catchy. The song is about a man who is in love with a woman named Cecilia, but she keeps running away from him. The chorus repeats the line “Jubilation, she loves me again, I fall on the floor and I’m laughing”.
Here are the full lyrics to “Cecilia”:
CECILIA, YOU’RE BREAKING MY HEART
YOU’RE SHAKING MY CONFIDENCE DAILY
OH, CECILIA, I’M DOWN ON MY KNEES
I’M BEGGING YOU PLEASE TO COME HOME
CECILIA, YOU’RE BREAKING MY HEART
YOU’RE SHAKING MY CONFIDENCE DAILY
OH, CECILIA, I’M DOWN ON MY KNEES
I’M BEGGING YOU PLEASE TO COME HOME
COME ON HOME
MAKING LOVE IN THE AFTERNOON WITH CECILIA
UP IN MY BEDROOM (MAKING LOVE)
I GOT UP TO WASH MY FACE
WHEN I COME BACK TO BED SOMEONE’S TAKEN MY PLACE
JUBILATION, SHE LOVES ME AGAIN
I FALL ON THE FLOOR AND I’M LAUGHING
JUBILATION, SHE LOVES ME AGAIN
I FALL ON THE FLOOR AND I’M LAUGHING
The Success Of Cecilia
“Cecilia” was a huge success for Simon and Garfunkel. It reached number four on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and number two on the Cash Box Top 100 chart. The song was also a hit in the UK, where it reached number six on the UK Singles Chart.
The Legacy Of Cecilia
“Cecilia” remains a popular song today and has been covered by many artists over the years. The song has also been featured in several movies and TV shows, including The Royal Tenenbaums and Glee.
Conclusion
“Cecilia” is a timeless classic that continues to be loved by music fans around the world. The simple yet catchy lyrics and melody make it a memorable song that will be remembered for years to come.
