My Favourite Things
Al Jarreau / Al Green Lyrics
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Bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens
Brown paper packages tied up with strings
These are a few of my favorite things
Cream colored ponies and crisp apple strudels
Doorbells and sleigh bells and schnitzel with noodles
Wild geese that fly with the moon on their wings
Girls in white dresses with blue satin sashes
Snowflakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes
Silver white winters that melt into springs
These are a few of my favorite things
When the dog bites, when the bee stings
When I'm feeling sad
I simply remember my favorite things
And then I don't feel so bad
The lyrics of "My Favorite Things" by Al Jarreau/Al Green describe the beauty in small things that bring happiness to our lives. The song's lyrics are a list of things that the singer enjoys, regardless of what is happening in life. The first verse refers to things such as roses and kittens, copper kettles, woolen mittens, and brown paper packages, all of which are simple yet bring joy to the singer's life. The second verse delves a bit deeper with mentions of cream-colored ponies, apple strudel, doorbells, sleigh bells, and schnitzel with noodles, adding dimension to the list of favorite things. The third and final verse mentions the beauty of snowflakes, white dresses with blue satin sashes, and silver white winters that melt into springs.
The chorus of the song suggests that whenever the singer is feeling down, they remember all of their favorite things, which brings them comfort and helps to lift their spirits. This song emphasizes the importance of recognizing and appreciating the little things in life, which can have a big impact on our overall happiness and wellbeing.
Line by Line Meaning
Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens
I find joy in simple things like raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens.
Bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens
I appreciate the comfort of everyday objects like bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens.
Brown paper packages tied up with strings
Even the simplest of gifts, like brown paper packages tied up with strings, can bring me happiness.
Cream colored ponies and crisp apple strudels
I enjoy the beauty of cream colored ponies and the taste of crisp apple strudels.
Doorbells and sleigh bells and schnitzel with noodles
I appreciate the unique sounds of doorbells and sleigh bells, and the taste of schnitzel with noodles.
Wild geese that fly with the moon on their wings
The sight of wild geese flying with the moon on their wings is one of the many natural wonders that I appreciate.
Girls in white dresses with blue satin sashes
I find beauty in the elegance of girls in white dresses with blue satin sashes.
Snowflakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes
The feeling of snowflakes on my nose and eyelashes is a unique and enjoyable sensation.
Silver white winters that melt into springs
I appreciate the changing of the seasons, particularly when the silver white winters melt into springs.
When the dog bites, when the bee stings
When I encounter painful or unpleasant experiences like a dog bite or a bee sting, it can be difficult to stay positive.
When I'm feeling sad
When I am feeling down or upset, it can be hard to shift my focus away from negative thoughts.
I simply remember my favorite things
Recalling the things that bring me happiness can help lift my spirits and change my mood.
And then I don't feel so bad
By focusing on my favorite things, I can improve my outlook and feel better about my situation.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Richard Rodgers, Oscar Hammerstein II
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