Icicles
Badfinger Lyrics


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Isn't it nice when the rain comes falling
Turns into icicles, melting, mourning
Isn't it good when a friend comes calling 'round?

Isn't it good when you need somebody
People will help you not be lonely
Then you find someone who loves ya, only you
[Chorus]
But never take a love for granted
Give a little in return
Try to be understanding, live and learn

Isn't it good when the sun comes shining
Giving us warmth, see the children smiling
Just the reflections of love around their heart





Oh, just a start

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Badfinger's song "Icicles" exude an overall positive and hopeful vibe, touching on the themes of friendship, love, and appreciation. The opening lines "Isn't it nice when the rain comes falling/Turns into icicles, melting, mourning" talks about how something as ordinary as rainfall can transform into something beautiful and fleeting as icicles melting, evoking the idea of how temporary moments can be really special. The song then proceeds to touch on the importance of friends and loved ones, acknowledging the human need to not be alone in the line "Isn't it good when you need somebody/People will help you not be lonely".


The chorus of the song expresses a reminder to never take love for granted and to give just as much back in return. It's a simple call to be kind and understanding towards each other, reminding us how much we can learn and grow through our relationships with others. The refrain "Isn't it good" is repeated multiple times throughout the song, almost like an affirmation that the joys mentioned in the lyrics are all good things to be grateful for.


Line by Line Meaning

Isn't it nice when the rain comes falling
Isn't it a great feeling when something refreshing takes place?


Turns into icicles, melting, mourning
The positive occurrence is so impactful that it transforms into something more profound.


Isn't it good when a friend comes calling 'round?
It's brilliant to receive some company once in a while.


Isn't it good when you need somebody
Having someone to turn to in times of need is heartening.


People will help you not be lonely
People can help prevent one from feeling deserted or neglected.


Then you find someone who loves ya, only you
It's an amazing feeling when you stumble upon that one special person who loves you more than anything.


But never take a love for granted
Don't ever think that love is guaranteed.


Give a little in return
Return the favor by showing some love in return.


Try to be understanding, live and learn
We should aim to be empathetic and keep evolving with time.


Isn't it good when the sun comes shining
The sun provides an unmatchable experience that fills us with joy.


Giving us warmth, see the children smiling
The happiness from the sunshine is reflected in the smiles of the children.


Just the reflections of love around their heart
It's just an indication of the love that surrounds them.


Oh, just a start
It's just the beginning of an incredible experience.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: J C MOLLAND

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