Autumn in New York lyrics

Autumn in New York,

Why does it seem so inviting?

Autumn in New York,

It spells the thrill of first-nighting.

Glittering crowds and shimmering clouds

In canyons of steel

They're making me feel - I'm home

It's autumn in New York

That brings the promise of new love.

Autumn in New York

Is often mingled with pain.

Dreamers with empty hands

May sigh for exotic lands

It's autumn in New York

It's good to live it again

Autumn in New York

The gleaming rooftops at sundown

Autumn in New York

It lifts you up when you're run down

Jaded roués and gay divorcees

Who lunch at the Ritz

Will tell you that it's divine

This autumn in New York

Transforms the slums into Mayfair

Autumn in New York

You'll need no castle in Spain

Lovers that bless the dark

On benches in Central Park

Greet autumn in New York

It's good to live it again

• Artist:Billie Holiday
• Album:Recital Billie Holiday (1956)