The song "Pousse Café" by Julie London is about a person who finds solace in drinking a cocktail called Pousse Café. The singer reflects on how others perceive the drink as just a beverage, but for them, it holds a deeper meaning and a lesson. The phrase "Pousse Café" refers to a layered drink composed of different colored liqueurs or spirits. The lyrics suggest that the singer used to enjoy Pousse Café, but they are unsure why they drank it in the past. They mention that it was once significant to them, perhaps as a symbolic toast to something grand. However, the singer realizes that they can no longer identify the purpose behind drinking it. The song hints at lost love and longing for a past relationship. The line "Once your lips caress me tenderly, all that love, love that would not go astray" implies that the memories of a deep and tender love still linger. The tears they shed are now just a distant recollection. Despite the hopelessness they feel, the singer continues to indulge in Pousse Café, possibly as a way to hold onto the memories or escape from their emotional pain. They acknowledge that one more drink will not bring relief, yet they find themselves unable to resist the temptation. By lingering and sipping the Pousse Café, the singer hopes for someone to help them explain their longing and the significance behind their choice of drink. The song portrays a sense of longing, nostalgia, and the bittersweetness of lost love.
