My Virtual Reading Room

Translation of lyrics:

When garlands of coloured lights
Are hung by the city on all the houses,
When the musicians in the theaters
Are awaiting the conductor's first move,

When I'm bored of an evening,
May I ask you
If you could possibly invite me to have a cup of tea with you?

Refrain:
And while at your place, I notice--
And it is partly your fault--
That drinking a cup of tea,
I suddenly become drunk without any wine.


And under the antique lampshade,
Which emits a dim light,
I sit until midnight,
And there is nothing which could be more pleasant.

But the conversation is not endless;
It is time to thank you
For the delicious tea and the warm evening
Which you have been able to give me as a gift.

Refrain:
And while at your place, etc.


But the conversation is not endless;
It is time to thank you
For the delicious tea and the warm evening
Which you have been able to give me as a gift.

Refrain:
And while at your place, etc.
(repeat)