In The Morning
Jack Johnson Lyrics
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The kids are laughing in their sleep
Swimming through their dreams into the morning
So peaceful all the stories that we're told
Lead them through the night back from the shadows
So much joy every little girl and boy
Even better when they wake up tomorrow
So much love
In their little mistle tee
Gonna miss you till we meet again in the morning
So much peace in their pitter-patter feet
Any open eyes can see that minds are reaching
So much joy
I'm afraid to be swept away
Upstream there's a spring that brings in the new day
These are the gifts we keep
And this is the morning that we breathe
And then we see
These moments are the only gifts we need
And your crazy curly morning hair
Your maka piapia stare
Smiling down from the top of the stairs
You're so sweet
And your robot pictures spread around
I swear your feet don't touch the ground
Once it starts it don't slow down
But I don't want it to
And these are the gifts we keep
And this is the morning that we breathe
And then we see
These moments are the only gifts we need
The song "In The Morning" by Jack Johnson celebrates the love and joy children bring into our lives. The opening lines, "So much love/The kids are laughing in their sleep", depict the innocence and bliss that children experience as they dream. The metaphorical imagery of them "swimming through their dreams into the morning" evokes a sense of playfulness and wonder. The lyrics suggest that the stories we tell children are like guiding lights that lead them back from the shadows into a place of safety and security. This is reinforced by the lines, "So peaceful all the stories that we're told/Lead them through the night back from the shadows".
The second verse emphasizes the joy that children bring. The reference to "little mistle tee" lends the song a seasonal touch, as though it is celebrating the holiday season. The pitter-patter of their feet and the "open eyes" signify their excitement and curiosity about the world. The line "I'm afraid to be swept away" could suggest a fear of losing oneself in the joy and exuberance of childhood. However, the song's overall tone is one of appreciation and gratitude for these moments that children gift us with.
The chorus emphasizes the importance of cherishing these moments and recognizing their worth. The reference to "crazy curly morning hair" and "maka piapia stare" gives the song a personal touch, as though Jack Johnson is singing about his own children. The final lines, "These moments are the only gifts we need" suggest that these experiences are what truly matter in life.
Line by Line Meaning
So much love
There is an abundance of love present in this moment
The kids are laughing in their sleep
Children are expressing happiness and joy even when they are unconscious
Swimming through their dreams into the morning
Their dreams are guiding them through the darkness of the night and into a new day
So peaceful all the stories that we're told
The tales we tell ourselves and others can bring a sense of calmness and tranquility
Lead them through the night back from the shadows
Stories and dreams can guide us out of dark and scary places
So much joy every little girl and boy
The children are experiencing an abundance of happiness and delight
Even better when they wake up tomorrow
The happiness and joy will continue into the next day
In their little mistle tee
The children are in their cute and cozy pajamas
Gonna miss you till we meet again in the morning
Although we must part ways for the night, we will see each other again in the morning
So much peace in their pitter-patter feet
Even their footsteps radiate a sense of calmness and serenity
Any open eyes can see that minds are reaching
One can observe that the children are mentally expanding and exploring their surroundings
I'm afraid to be swept away
I fear getting carried away by the beauty and joy of the moment
Upstream there's a spring that brings in the new day
There is a hope and promise for a new day and new beginnings
These are the gifts we keep
These joyful and peaceful moments are treasures that we will always remember and hold dear
And this is the morning that we breathe
We take a deep breath in and fully embrace the new day ahead of us
And then we see
We begin to fully appreciate and recognize the beauty of the present moment
These moments are the only gifts we need
These precious moments of joy and love are all we truly need to be content and happy
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ANESHA BIRCHETT, ANTEA BIRCHETT, MARY J. BLIGE, DERNST EMILE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
themexx28
So much love
The kids are laughing in their sleep
Swimming through their dreams into the morning
So peaceful all the stories that we're told
Lead them through the night back from the shadows
So much joy every little girl and boy
Even better when they wake up tomorrow
So much love
In their little mistletee
Gonna miss you till we meet again in the morning
So much peace in their pitter-patter feet
Any open eyes can see that minds are reaching
So much joy
I'm afraid to be swept away
Upstream there's a spring that brings in the new day
These are the gifts we keep
And this is the morning that we breathe
And then we see
These moments are the only gifts we need
And your crazy curly morning hair
Your maka piapia stare
Smiling down from the top of the stairs
You're so sweet
And your robot pictures spread around
I swear your feet don't touch the ground
Once it starts it don't slow down
But I don't want it to
And these are the gifts we keep
And this is the morning that we breathe
And then we see
These moments are the only gifts we need
Andrew Foy 앤디
I've listened like 10 times already.
Ben Hopper
Me too, mate. Me too.
zyran yuka
I listen like 10 times a day
Bautista, Luisa
Omg, hi Andrew Foy 🥰
Musik Man
1 per year?
AW
Heavenly. Mother Nature's powerful wind and waves that sweep in at the beginning are perfectly symbolic of the invigorating breath of life that this song uplifts me and many others with, daily.
Phillwith2Ls Music
Thank you Jack for providing for the Children of Hawaii as a music educator it is people like you that help inspire us.
Humberto HD Store
Esse som é a paz pura!
Quando tô pra baixo sempre venho aqui escuta.
OBS: A Paula canta muito!!
kellseyrae
This is what beautiful is.... Paula has the voice of angels and the cool summer ocean breeze
Moises Lopez
I’ve been coming back to this video for like the last 7 years. Such a beautiful melody this is