Mornin'
Al Jarreau/George Benson Lyrics
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Mornin', little Cheerios
Mornin', sister Oriole
Did I tell you everything is fine
In my mind?
Mornin', Mr. Shoe Shine Man
Shine 'em bright in white and tan
Need I tell you that
Everything here is just fine
In my mind
'Scuse me if I sing
My heart has found its wings
Searchin' high and low
And now at last I know
Mornin', Mr. Golden Gate
I should walk, but I can't wait
I can't wait to set it straight
I was shakin' but now I am
Makin' it fine
Here in my mind
My heart will soar
With love that's rare and real
My smiling face will feel every cloud
Then higher still
Beyond the blue until
I know I can
Like any man
Reach out my hand
And touch the face of God
'Scuse me if I sing
My heart has found its wings
Searchin' high and low
And now at last I know
Mornin', Mr. Radio
Mornin', little Cheerios
Mornin', sister Oriole
Did I tell you everything is fine
Woo, in my mind?
So, won't you get up, Oriole?
So, won't you get up, Cheerios?
Wake up, Mr. Radio
It's fine
Here in my mind
Singin' about mornin', little radio
Mornin', little Cheerios
Wake up, Mr. Radio
Need I tell you everything?
Right here is just doing fine
The song "Mornin'" by Al Jarreau and George Benson is a cheerful and upbeat tune about waking up to a new day and feeling good about life. The song begins with a greeting to various things like "Mr. Radio," "little Cheerios," "sister Oriole," and "Mr. Shoe Shine Man." The singer reassures these things that everything is fine in his mind. He sings about his heart finding its wings and searching high and low until he finally knows what he wants. He mentions the Golden Gate and how he is now making it fine in his mind. The song ends with a call to wake up and enjoy the morning.
The lyrics of the song are simple and positive, and they exude a sense of happiness and gratitude. The singer greets the world with open arms and is filled with the energy and excitement of a new day. The song encourages the listener to embrace the present, to be cheerful, and to enjoy life. The lyrics are delivered with a smooth, jazzy melody that perfectly complements the message of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Mornin', Mr. Radio
Good morning, my dear friend the radio
Mornin', little Cheerios
Good morning, little Cheerios cereal pieces
Mornin', sister Oriole
Good morning, dear sister Oriole bird
Did I tell you everything is fine
In my mind?
Have I mentioned that everything is going well in my thoughts?
Mornin', Mr. Shoe Shine Man
Shine 'em bright in white and tan
My baby said she loves me and
Need I tell you that
Everything here is just fine
In my mind
Good morning, Mr. shoe shiner. Please make my shoes white and tan. My beloved has informed me of her love and do I even need to mention that everything is great in my thoughts?
'Scuse me if I sing
My heart has found its wings
Searchin' high and low
And now at last I know
Pardon me if I break out into song. My heart has finally taken flight after much searching and now I know.
Mornin', Mr. Golden Gate
I should walk, but I can't wait
I can't wait to set it straight
I was shakin' but now I am
Makin' it fine
Here in my mind
Good morning to you, Mr. Golden Gate. Although I should walk, I am too excited and can't wait to make things right. I was scared before, but now I'm doing great in my thoughts.
My heart will soar
With love that's rare and real
My smiling face will feel every cloud
Then higher still
Beyond the blue until
I know I can
Like any man
Reach out my hand
And touch the face of God
My heart is full of a love that is uncommon and genuine. My happy face will face any obstacle with confidence, flying higher and higher until I'm above the clouds. Only then will I be able to reach out my hand just like any man and touch the face of God.
So, won't you get up, Oriole?
So, won't you get up, Cheerios?
Wake up, Mr. Radio
It's fine
Here in my mind
Please wake up, dear Oriole and Cheerios. Good morning to you, Mr. Radio. Everything is going well in my thoughts.
Singin' about mornin', little radio
Mornin', little Cheerios
Wake up, Mr. Radio
Need I tell you everything?
Right here is just doing fine
I'm singing about the morning, little radio and Cheerios cereal pieces. Please wake up, Mr. Radio. Do I even need to mention that everything is perfect right here in my thoughts?
Lyrics © GARDEN RAKE MUSIC
Written by: AL JARREAU, DAVID FOSTER, JAY JOSEPH GRAYDON
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