Row Row Row Your Boat
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Gently down the stream
Merrily, merrily, merrily, merrily
Life is but a dream
Row, row, row your boat
Gently down the stream
Merrily, merrily, merrily, merrily
Row, row, row your boat
Gently down the stream
Merrily, merrily, merrily, merrily
Life is but a dream
Row, row, row your boat
Gently down the stream
Merrily, merrily, merrily, merrily
Life is but a dream
Sleep
Time to dream
Sleep
Time to dream (life is but a dream)
Row, row, row your boat
Gently down the stream
Merrily, merrily, merrily, merrily
Life is but a dream
Row, row, row your boat
Gently down the stream
Merrily, merrily, merrily, merrily
Life is but a dream
Sleep (row, row, row your boat)
Gently down the stream (time to dream)
(Merrily, merrily, merrily, merrily)
Life is but a dream
Sleep (row, row, row your boat)
Gently down the stream (time to dream)
(Merrily, merrily, merrily, merrily)
Life is but a dream
Sleep
Time to dream
Sleep (row, row, row your boat)
Gently down the stream (time to dream)
(Merrily, merrily, merrily, merrily) life is but a dream
Time to dream (merrily, merrily, merrily, merrily)
Life is but a dream
Sleep (row, row, row your boat)
Gently down the stream (time to dream)
(Merrily, merrily, merrily, merrily)
Life is but a dream
Sleep (row, row, row your boat)
Gently down the stream (time to dream)
(Merrily, merrily, merrily, merrily)
Life is but a dream
Sleep (row, row, row your boat)
Gently down the stream (time to dream)
(Merrily, merrily, merrily, merrily)
Life is but a dream
Sleep (row, row, row your boat)
Gently down the stream (time to dream)
(Merrily, merrily, merrily, merrily)
Life is but a dream
Dream
Do dream
The song "Row Row Row Your Boat" is a popular nursery rhyme that is believed to have originated in the United States in the mid-19th century. The lyrics encourage the idea of working together to accomplish a common task, as the song depicts a group of people rowing a boat together down a stream. However, the lyrics also contain symbolic elements that suggest a deeper meaning to the song. The lines "row, row, row your boat, gently down the stream," convey the idea that life should be lived in a calm and relaxed manner, rather than struggling against the current. The repetition of the phrase "merrily, merrily, merrily, merrily" suggests that happiness and joy should be central to one's existence, rather than stress and anxiety. Finally, the phrase "life is but a dream" implies that reality itself may be illusionary, and that we should enjoy life while we can.
The song itself has been popularized in various forms throughout the years, with many different versions recorded by different artists. The most well-known version is often attributed to Eliphalet Oram Lyte, who is said to have written the lyrics in 1852. However, the original composer of the melody is unknown. Interestingly, "Row Row Row Your Boat" has become a popular round, where groups of people sing the different verses of the song in harmony, often starting at different times to create a layered effect.
Line by Line Meaning
Row, row, row your boat
Take action, move forward, and make progress in your life
Gently down the stream
Do so calmly and with patience
Merrily, merrily, merrily, merrily
Enjoy the journey and find joy in the present moment
Life is but a dream
Life is temporary and fleeting, so make the most of it while you can
Sleep
Rest and relaxation is important for a healthy life
Time to dream
Take time to imagine, envision, and set goals for your life
(life is but a dream)
Remember that life is fleeting and temporary, so make the most of it
Dream
Focus on your aspirations and work towards achieving them
Do dream
Don't just imagine, but take action towards achieving your dreams
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