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Purple Snowflakes
Marvin Gaye Lyrics


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Softly they fall, where do they go?

(Purple snowflakes)
Cover the ground, without a sound
(Gentle snowflakes)
Fall from the sky, before your eyes
(It's so thrilling)
Blankets of white, brighten the night
(Such a feeling)
They seem to say, that our love is

Here to stay
We'll be cozy and warm until summer

Flowers bloom

Here in our midst, we're surely blessed
(Chestnuts roasting)
Over the heat, gee ain't life sweet?
(Tootsies toasting)
Drifting on air, without a care
(Purple snowflakes)
Cover the ground, without a sound
(Love the snowflakes)
I'm sure that snowflakes, fall from the
Gloom
I will always remember this night,

Here with you
There snowflakes, pretty purple

Snowflakes
Snowflakes, pretty purple

Snowflakes
Here in our midst, we're surely blessed
(Chestnuts roasting)
Over the heat, gee ain't life sweet?
(Tempters toasting)
Drifting on air, without a care
(Purple snowflakes)
Cover the ground, without a sound
(Love the snowflakes)
I'm sure that snowflakes, fall from the
Gloom
I will always remember this night,

Here with you
And I say snowflakes, pretty purple

Snowflakes
I'll always Remember the snowflakes
And you baby, and you
Snowflakes are falling, falling,

Fallin
And I got you in my arms

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Marvin Gaye's "Purple Snowflakes" describe the serene atmosphere of a winter night with significant other, where the snowflakes fall from the sky without making any sound as they cover the ground. The gentle snowflakes create a cozy and warm environment for the couple to enjoy each other's company, as they drift on air without any care. The title of the song, "Purple Snowflakes," is used metaphorically to emphasize the uniqueness and rareness of the moment, much like purple snowflakes would be a rare sight to witness. The lyrics suggest that the love shared by the couple is so strong and pure that it is showcased even by the snowflakes, sending a message that it’s here to stay, especially through the tough times depicted by the word "gloom" in the last line of the song.


Furthermore, the lyrics symbolize the significance of cherishing and remembering the happy moments shared with a loved one. The final lines of the song, “I’ll always remember the snowflakes and you, baby, and you,” emphasize the importance of the memory made and the person sharing it. As the snowflakes fall around them, the singer wants to preserve the moment and the love they share, holding them forever in his heart.


Overall, the lyrics to "Purple Snowflakes" are a poetic and poignant portrayal of the beauty of winter nights and how they are made more special with a loved one by your side.


Line by Line Meaning

Softly they fall, where do they go?
Gentle purple snowflakes fall down silently, disappearing as they reach the ground.


Cover the ground, without a sound
Soft snowflakes create a blanket of white on the ground, all without making a single noise.


Fall from the sky, before your eyes
The snowflakes are so beautiful to watch as they cascade down from the sky.


Blankets of white, brighten the night
The pure white color of the snow on the ground is a bright contrast to the dark night sky.


They seem to say, that our love is here to stay
The enduring nature of the snow and its beauty serve as a metaphor for the long-lasting love between two people.


We'll be cozy and warm until summer flowers bloom
The warmth and comfort of love will last through the colder winter season and into the spring when flowers begin to bloom.


Here in our midst, we're surely blessed
The singer feels fortunate to have a warm fire and loved ones to be with on this winter night.


Over the heat, gee ain't life sweet?
The warm fire and feeling of love make life seem so sweet and enjoyable.


Drifting on air, without a care
The snowflakes seem to float effortlessly through the air, giving a sense of peacefulness and calm.


I'm sure that snowflakes, fall from the gloom
Even in darker times, there is still beauty to be found in nature.


I will always remember this night, here with you
The singer will cherish this special moment spent with their loved one on this beautiful winter night.


There snowflakes, pretty purple snowflakes
The artist is in awe of the beauty of the snowflakes, which are a lovely shade of purple.


Here in our midst, we're surely blessed
The warmth of the fire and love of family create a sense of gratitude in the singer.


Over the heat, gee ain't life sweet?
The warmth and comfort of love and family make life feel all that much sweeter.


Drifting on air, without a care
Once again, the snowflakes create a calming and peaceful atmosphere as they float gently through the air.


I'm sure that snowflakes, fall from the gloom
The beauty of the snowflakes is a reminder that even in darker times, there is still wonder and magic in the world.


I will always remember this night, here with you
This moment spent with a loved one will be one that the artist will always cherish and remember fondly.


And I say snowflakes, pretty purple snowflakes
The singer comments once again on the beauty of the snowflakes, which are still falling around them.


I'll always Remember the snowflakes and you baby, and you
The singer will always remember this special moment of love and beauty, as well as the person they shared it with.


Snowflakes are falling, falling, falling
The snowflakes continue to fall down, creating a peaceful and serene atmosphere.


And I got you in my arms
The artist is holding their loved one close to them on this magical winter night.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: David Hamilton, Clarence Paul

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