Baby Mine
Alison Krauss Lyrics


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Baby mine, don't you cry
Baby mine, dry your eyes
Rest your head close to my heart
Never to part
Baby of mine

Little one, when you play
Don't you mind what they say
Let those eyes sparkle and shine
Never a tear
Baby of mine

If they knew sweet little you
They'd end up loving you too
All of those people who scold you
What they'd give just for the right to hold you

From your head, down to your toes
You're not much, goodness knows
But you're so precious to me
Sweet as can be
Baby of mine

If they knew sweet little you
They'd end up loving you too
All those same people who scold you
What they'd give just for the right to hold you

From your head, down to your toes
You're not much, goodness knows
But you're so precious to me
Sweet as can be




Baby of mine
Baby of mine

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Alison Krauss's song, Baby Mine, are both comforting and reassuring. The song is addressed to a baby who is crying and upset, and the singer offers the baby comfort by telling them not to cry and to rest their head close to their heart. The second verse speaks directly to the baby's playful nature, encouraging them to ignore anyone who criticizes or ridicules them and to let their eyes "sparkle and shine." The chorus repeats the message that the baby is precious and loved, even though they may not be considered much by society's standards.


The final verse of the song is particularly touching, as it suggests that the people who criticize and scold the baby would actually love and cherish them if they knew them. This message is not only comforting to the baby but also to anyone who has ever felt unloved or unappreciated. The song reminds us that even those who seem small or insignificant have value and worth.


Overall, Baby Mine is a beautiful and heartfelt song that speaks directly to the listener's emotions. The gentle melody and lyrics create a sense of calm and serenity that is both soothing and uplifting.


Line by Line Meaning

Baby mine, don't you cry
My dear little one, please don't shed tears and worry.


Baby mine, dry your eyes
Wipe the tears from your eyes, precious child.


Rest your head close to my heart
Come, rest your head near the place that holds my love for you.


Never to part
We will never be separated or grow apart.


Baby of mine
My most cherished little one.


Little one, when you play
Dear young child, while you are enjoying your childhood activities,


Don't you mind what they say
Do not allow the negative comments of others to affect you.


Let those eyes sparkle and shine
Allow your bright and beautiful eyes to shine joyously.


Never a tear
Do not cry, my sweet and precious little one.


If they knew sweet little you
Those who judge you carelessly would change their minds if they knew the wonderful person you are inside.


They'd end up loving you too
They would surely come to love and appreciate who you are as a person.


All of those people who scold you
Those who reprimand or criticize you.


What they'd give just for the right to hold you
If they truly knew you, they would long to hold and comfort you.


From your head, down to your toes
Every inch of your being


You're not much, goodness knows
You may not appear to be impressive, but goodness knows how special you truly are.


But you're so precious to me
You are valuable and adored in my eyes above all else.


Sweet as can be
You are as delightful and lovely as possible.


Baby of mine
My most beloved little one.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Frank Churchill, Ned Washington

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

Niejai Williams

Baby mine, don't you cry
Baby mine, dry your eyes
Rest your head close to my heart
Never to part
Baby of mine
Little one, when you play
Don't you mind what they say
Let those eyes sparkle and shine
Never a tear
Baby of mine
If they knew sweet little you
They'd end up loving you too
All those same people who scold you
What they'd give just for the right to hold you
From your head, down to your toes
You're not much, goodness knows
But you're so precious to me
Sweet as can be
Baby of mine
All of those people who scold you
What they'd give just for the right to hold you
From your head, down to your toes
You're not much, goodness knows
But you're so precious to me
Sweet as can be
Baby of mine
Baby of mine



Kathryn Alexis

Baby mine, don't you cry
Baby mine, dry your eyes
Rest your head close to my heart
Never to part, baby of mine

Little one when you play
Don't you mind what they say
Let those eyes sparkle and shine
Never a tear, baby of mine

If they knew sweet little you
They'd end up loving you too
All those same people who scold you
What they'd give just for
The right to hold you

From your head to your toes
You're not much, goodness knows
But you're so precious to me
Sweet as can be, baby of mine



All comments from YouTube:

Christopher J Morrison

My beautiful wife of 9 years use to sing this to my son when he was a baby. Unfortunately she passed away 1 1/2 ago. This reminds me how angelic her voice was and how much I miss her! Desiree Morrison thank you for giving me two beautiful kids. We will always keep you in our memories!

King Keno

Sorry for your lost cant image losing my baby mommy or son

Ellen N

She is around you all i believe 🦋🦋

Ashlyn Grubb

im sorry for your lose

monica gutierrez

So sorry, my heart is with you

monica gutierrez

@Ellen N I am so sorry. My heart is with you

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lexi ramz

I'm about to be 22 next week and my mom will sometimes still hold me and sing this song. The love I felt... It meant the world to me, and I can't wait to make my future child feel the way I did.

Ramsey De Halla

same here, bless all of our mothers for all they do, thank you mom <3<3

Jeanene Childs

I sang this song to my son when he was a baby. Then we danced to it at his wedding . I cried the whole dance.❤

Bethany Christiansen

🥹🥹 So sweet!!!!

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