Saturday In The Park | Chicago Lyrics, Meaning & Videos

People dancing, people laughingA man selling ice creamSinging Italian songs Another day in the parkI think it was the Fourth of JulyAnother day in the parkI think it was the Fourth of July People talking, really smilingA man playing guitar (play the song)(Play the song, play on)And singing for us all

Saturday In The Park
Chicago Lyrics


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I think it was the Fourth of July
Saturday in the park
I think it was the Fourth of July

People dancing, people laughing
A man selling ice cream
Singing Italian songs


Eh Cumpari, ci vo sunari
Can you dig it? (Yes, I can)
And I've been waiting such a long time
For Saturday

Another day in the park
I think it was the Fourth of July
Another day in the park
I think it was the Fourth of July

People talking, really smiling
A man playing guitar (play the song)
(Play the song, play on)
And singing for us all

Will you help him change the world?
Can you dig it? (Yes, I can)
And I've been waiting such a long time
For today

Slow motion riders fly the colors of the day
A bronze man still can tell stories his own way
Listen children all is not lost, all is not lost, no, no, no

Funny days in the park
Every day's the Fourth of July
Funny days in the park
Every day's the Fourth of July

People reaching, people touching
A real celebration
Waiting for us all (waiting for us all)
If we want it, really want it
Can you dig it? (Yes, I can)
And I've been waiting such a long time
For the day, yeah, yeah, yeah

Ooh-hoo

Hmm hmm
Hmm hmm


Overall Meaning

The song "Saturday in the Park" by Chicago is a celebration of summer, specifically on the Fourth of July, and what it represents: good times, friends, music, and a sense of freedom. It starts off with the singer indulging in nostalgia and recalling memories of a Saturday spent in a park, where there were people dancing, laughing and enjoying themselves. The lyrics evoke a sense of community, with lines like "People talking, really smiling" and "People reaching, people touching".


The song then takes on a more serious tone, with the singer urging listeners to help make a positive impact on the world. The line "Will you help him change the world?" is a call to action and could be interpreted as a political statement. The song finishes with the repeated refrain of "Every day's the Fourth of July", echoing the theme of the importance of experiencing joy, life, and freedom every day, and not just on special occasions.


The song's success in exploring the concept of freedom and the desire for unity has proved to be timeless, as it is often considered to be one of the greatest songs in American music history.


Line by Line Meaning

Saturday in the park
A day of relaxation and enjoyment in the park


I think it was the Fourth of July
The enjoyment is heightened by the festivities of the holiday


People dancing, people laughing
Witnessing others enjoying themselves is contagious and uplifting


A man selling ice cream
There are simple pleasures to be found everywhere, even in a park


Singing Italian songs
The culture and heritage of different people and places can converge in a park


Eh Cumpari, ci vo sunari
A shared moment of fun and joy between strangers


Can you dig it? (Yes, I can)
An expression of enthusiasm and excitement for the experience


And I've been waiting such a long time For Saturday
The anticipation and excitement that comes with the arrival of a free day


Another day in the park
A continuation of the joy and relaxation from the previous Saturday


People talking, really smiling
Connecting with others and sharing positive experiences enhances the enjoyment of the day


A man playing guitar (play the song)
Music is another simple pleasure that can be found in a park


(Play the song, play on)
Emphasizing the importance of music in bringing people together


And singing for us all
Shared experiences and emotions create a sense of community


Will you help him change the world?
Encouraging others to make a positive impact in their own way


Slow motion riders fly the colors of the day
Observing the beauty and vibrancy of life and nature in the park


A bronze man still can tell stories his own way
The lasting impact and value of diverse stories and experiences


Listen children all is not lost, all is not lost, no, no, no
Encouraging hope and optimism for the future


Funny days in the park
Unexpected and silly moments can happen in a park


Every day's the Fourth of July
The joy and excitement of the holiday can be felt every day in a park


People reaching, people touching
Closeness and connection can come from sharing positive experiences


A real celebration
A true acknowledgement and appreciation of the moment and the community


Waiting for us all (waiting for us all)
The opportunity for joy and connection exists for everyone in the park


If we want it, really want it
The importance of actively deciding to seek out and enjoy positive experiences


Can you dig it? (Yes, I can)
A repeated expression of enthusiasm and excitement for the experience


And I've been waiting such a long time For the day, yeah, yeah, yeah
The happiness and appreciation in experiencing an enjoyable day


Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Spirit Music Group
Written by: Robert William Lamm

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