Little Things Mean A Lot
Alma Cogan Lyrics
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Say I look nice when I'm not
Touch my hair as you pass my chair
Little things mean a lot
Give me your arm as we cross the street
Call me at six on the dot
A line a day when you're far away
Little things mean a lot
Champagne, sables and such
I never cared much for diamonds and pearls
But honestly honey, they just cost money
Give me your hand when I've lost the way
Give me your shoulder to cry on
Whether the day is bright or gray give me your heart to rely on
Send me the warmth of a secret smile
To show me you haven't forgot
Now and forever , that always and ever
Little things mean a lot
Blow me a kiss from across the room
Say I look nice when I'm not
Touch my hair as you pass my chair
Little things mean a lot
Give me your arm as we cross the street
Call me at six on the dot
A line a day when you're far away
Little things mean a lot
Don't have to buy me diamonds and pearls
Champagne, sables and such
I never cared much for diamonds and pearls
But honestly honey, they just cost money
Give me your hand when I've lost the way
Give me your shoulder to cry on
Whether the day is bright or gray give me your heart to rely on
Send me the warmth of a secret smile
To show me you haven't forgot
Now and forever , that always and ever
Little things mean a lot
In Alma Cogan's song "Little Things Mean a Lot," the singer expresses her appreciation for the little things in a relationship that often go unnoticed. She sings about the simple and thoughtful gestures that can make a huge difference, such as blowing a kiss from across the room, complimenting her appearance, and touching her hair as you pass by. The singer also values practical actions like giving her your arm as you cross the street or calling her exactly at six o'clock. These small acts of kindness may seem insignificant to some, but to her, they mean the world.
The lyrics also suggest that material possessions are not necessary to express love in a relationship. While diamonds and pearls may seem glamorous, they are ultimately meaningless without genuine acts of love and affection. The singer values emotional support and companionship over material possessions, as evidenced by the lines "give me your hand when I've lost the way" and "give me your shoulder to cry on."
Overall, "Little Things Mean a Lot" is a tribute to the power of simple gestures in a relationship. The song emphasizes the importance of paying attention to the little things and not taking them for granted, as they can have a significant impact on the people we care about.
Line by Line Meaning
Blow me a kiss from across the room
Show me you're thinking of me, even from afar
Say I look nice when I'm not
Compliment me, even on my worst days
Touch my hair as you pass my chair
Affectionate gestures can make a big impact
Little things mean a lot
Small actions can hold a lot of meaning and significance
Give me your arm as we cross the street
Protect me and show me chivalry
Call me at six on the dot
Be reliable and keep your promises
A line a day when you're far away
Stay in touch, no matter how far apart we are
Don't have to buy me diamonds and pearls
Material possessions are not necessary to show love
Champagne, sables and such
Luxuries are not important when true love exists
I never cared much for diamonds and pearls
My love can't be bought with expensive gifts
But honestly honey, they just cost money
Spend time and effort instead of money to show love
Give me your hand when I've lost the way
Help me when I'm lost or struggling
Give me your shoulder to cry on
Be there for me when I need emotional support
Whether the day is bright or gray give me your heart to rely on
Be my dependable partner, rain or shine
Send me the warmth of a secret smile
Show me your love without words, with just a smile
To show me you haven't forgot
Remind me that I'm important to you
Now and forever , that always and ever
Our love should last a lifetime
Little things mean a lot
Small gestures and actions can make a big difference in a relationship
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CARL STUTZ, EDITH L CALISCH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Aspassia Man
Blow me a kiss across the room
Say I look nice when I'm not
Touch my hair as you pass my chair
Little things mean a lot
Give me your arm as we cross the street
Call me at six on the dot
A line a day when you're far away
Little things mean a lot
You don't have to buy me diamonds or pearls
Champagne, sables or such
I never cared much for diamonds and pearls
'Cause honestly, honey, they just cost money
Give me your hand when I've lost the way
Give me your shoulder to cry on
Whether the day is bright or gray
Give me your heart to rely on
Send me the warmth of a secret smile
To show me you haven't forgot
For now and forever, as always and ever
Little things mean a lot
Give me your hand when I've lost The way
Give me your shoulder to cry on
Whether the day is bright or gray
Give me your heart to rely on
Send me the warmth of a secret smile
To show me you haven't forgot
For now and forever, as always and ever
Little things mean a lot ☺
Robert Price
Just a wonderful entertainer from the days of (comparative) innocence. I was a member of her fan club in the fifties. Nowadays, her style is not fashionable but who cares ? She was superb and always will be !!!
Robert Price
I was a member of Alma Cogan's fan club as a boy of 13 or so. I loved her ! Such a dedicated and cheerful performer, and those 'novelty' song just fine for her voice. For some time now I have had this wonderful idea ! Let us have a television programme of her songs being sung by Dame Shirley Bassey and Petula Clark, (who also deserves the same recognition as Shirley for her own work on the international stage). These ladies were Alma's contemporaries but with quite different singing styles. It would be most thrilling to hear Alma's songs again now being rendered by her contemporaries, maybe in their own style or with some slight vocal deference to Alma. I would call the TV special, 'Remembering Alma' and I am sure that it would be a great hit. TV Producers: Please take note !!
Praise
Thanks for posting. One of my favorite songs of all time.
nairda1945
She was fantastic to listen to as well as look at, and a nice person as well.
Niall McEntee
One of my mothers favourite songs. I think of her when I hear this. She used to sing it all the time 💔
John Coyle
Does someone just sit down and write these beautiful lyrics ? What a God-Given talent
David Hartley
Alan Cogan that's a little unfair Alan they are both good version's both chartered
David Hartley
Alan Cogan sorry Alan but this was not written by stan foster this is Almas cover the original is by kitty kallen
Aspassia Man
Blow me a kiss across the room
Say I look nice when I'm not
Touch my hair as you pass my chair
Little things mean a lot
Give me your arm as we cross the street
Call me at six on the dot
A line a day when you're far away
Little things mean a lot
You don't have to buy me diamonds or pearls
Champagne, sables or such
I never cared much for diamonds and pearls
'Cause honestly, honey, they just cost money
Give me your hand when I've lost the way
Give me your shoulder to cry on
Whether the day is bright or gray
Give me your heart to rely on
Send me the warmth of a secret smile
To show me you haven't forgot
For now and forever, as always and ever
Little things mean a lot
Give me your hand when I've lost The way
Give me your shoulder to cry on
Whether the day is bright or gray
Give me your heart to rely on
Send me the warmth of a secret smile
To show me you haven't forgot
For now and forever, as always and ever
Little things mean a lot ☺
TheElvisSinger
Magic tune. Love the pics. Thanks for posting.