Morning
Al-Jarreau Lyrics
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In the morning
No one could be sweeter than my sweetie when I meet her
In the morning
When a morning glory
Went around the door
Whispering pretty stories
Rolling with my girly, where the dew is pearly early
In the morning
Butterflies all flutter up, and kiss each little buttercup
At dawning
If I had Aladdin's lamp for only a day
I'd make a wish, and here's what I'd say
"Nothing could be finer than to be in Carolina
In the morning"
When a morning glory
Wind around the door
Whispering pretty stories
I long to hear once more
Rolling with my girly, where the dew is pearly early
In the morning
Butterflies all flutter up, and kiss each little buttercup
At dawning
If I had Aladdin's lamp only a day
I'd make a wish and here's what I'd say
"Nothing could be finer than to be in Carolina
In the morning"
The lyrics of Al Jarreau's song "Morning" convey a sense of joy and happiness associated with being in Carolina during the morning hours. The opening line, "Nothing could be finer than to be in Carolina," immediately establishes the theme of the song, suggesting that there is no better place to be. This line also emphasizes the beauty and allure of Carolina.
The lyrics continue to describe the singer's significant other, whom they affectionately refer to as "my sweetie." The line "No one could be sweeter than my sweetie when I meet her" implies a longing and anticipation for meeting this person in the morning. This further adds to the overall positive and uplifting tone of the song.
The mention of a morning glory, a type of flower, reinforces the imagery of a beautiful morning. The flower is personified, "Whispering pretty stories I long to hear once more," which suggests that the singer is eager to experience the beauty and peacefulness of the morning time again. This description highlights the serenity and nostalgia associated with this moment.
The lyrics then shift to describe the activities and experiences associated with the morning in Carolina. The singer imagines rolling with their significant other, where the dew is pearly early in the morning. This imagery paints a picture of a serene and idyllic Carolina morning, where nature is at its freshest and purest.
The mention of butterflies fluttering and kissing buttercups at dawn further emphasizes the positivity and joy that the singer feels during this time. It connotes a sense of harmony and natural beauty, reflecting the uplifting nature of being in Carolina in the morning.
The final stanza introduces a fantastical element with the mention of Aladdin's lamp. The singer expresses a desire to have the lamp for just a day to make a wish. This wish would simply be to be in Carolina in the morning, reaffirming the idea that there is nothing finer or more desirable than this experience. It underscores the singer's longing and appreciation for the beauty of Carolina during the morning hours.
In conclusion, the lyrics of Al Jarreau's "Morning" celebrate the beauty, tranquility, and happiness of being in Carolina in the morning. Through its vivid imagery and dream-like quality, the song captures the essence of a perfect morning and expresses a yearning to experience it repeatedly.
Line by Line Meaning
Nothing could be finer than to be in Carolina
There is nothing more delightful than being in Carolina
In the morning
During the early hours of the day
No one could be sweeter than my sweetie when I meet her
I have never encountered someone as kind and affectionate as my sweetheart when I see her
When a morning glory went around the door
As the beautiful morning light filtered through the doorway
Whispering pretty stories I long to hear once more
Murmuring enchanting tales that I yearn to listen to again
Rolling with my girly, where the dew is pearly early
Strolling with my loved one in a place where the glistening morning dew is abundant
Butterflies all flutter up, and kiss each little buttercup at dawning
Butterflies gracefully soar and gently touch every small flower at the break of day
If I had Aladdin's lamp for only a day
If I possessed Aladdin's magical lamp for a brief period
I'd make a wish, and here's what I'd say
I would express my desired outcome through a wish that I want to fulfill
"Nothing could be finer than to be in Carolina
"There is no better feeling than being in Carolina
In the morning"
During the early hours of the day"
Lyrics © DONALDSON PUBLISHING CO, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Gus Kahn, Walter Donaldson
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Whose here is listening in 2024 ?
@JeffC-fq1be
Dumb comment.
@coonagh1
Me.😊
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me 🤡
@thomasbrinkmann1017
Me too 👍
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@Alexandra-K9
My son was singing this song at age 3, his little voice rising at " touch the face of God". Next month he turns 44 and I'm going to send him this video, it will mean so much to him as it does me. Thank you Al, you gave us a priceless gift ❤R.I.P❤
@marlahill9720
When he hits that high note - "touch the face of God" - I just shiver. Just beautiful!
@marjorieackerman2253
Oh me too!!!
@b-wise6801
Those harmonic layers of power... I totally agree. I always wait in anticipation for that part (although I love the rest of the song too 😄)