Winnie the Pooh
Ben Taylor; Carly Simon Lyrics


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Winnie the Pooh
Winnie the Pooh
Tubby little cubby all stuffed with fluff
He's Winnie the Pooh
Winnie the Pooh
Willy nilly silly old bear

Winnie the Pooh
Winnie the Pooh
Tubby little cubby all stuffed with fluff
He's Winnie the Pooh




Winnie the Pooh
Willy nilly silly old bear

Overall Meaning

These lyrics present itself as an ode to the beloved character of Winnie the Pooh. The song captures the essence of Pooh's character, which through its simplicity brings out its beauty. The repetitive verse of "Winnie the Pooh, Tubby little cubby all stuffed with fluff" reflects the innocence and playful nature of the character, reiterating him as a beloved teddy bear. The name "Winnie the Pooh" itself exudes familiarity and comfort that one associate with a childhood toy.


The lyrics go on to describe Pooh's carefree nature and his child-like antics with the phrase "Willy nilly silly old bear," which depicts him as playful and always up for fun. This line demonstrates how Pooh's simplicity and innocence endear him to those around him. Finally, the song ends on the same upbeat note, and the repetition of Pooh's name reinforces the playfulness of his character.


Overall, the song captures the child-like exuberance of Pooh's character and evokes a sense of warmth and nostalgia associated with childhood memories.


Line by Line Meaning

Winnie the Pooh, a character well known
Introducing Winnie the Pooh, a popular and recognizable character


Tubby little cubby all stuffed with fluff
He is a plump little bear with soft, fluffy fur


He's Winnie the Pooh
This lovable bear is none other than the famous Winnie the Pooh


Winnie the Pooh
Reiterating the name of the titular character


Willy nilly silly old bear
He may be silly and carefree, but he's still an old bear who is loved by many




Lyrics © Walt Disney Music Company
Written by: CHERYL DAVIS, WILLIAM HEANEY VAN DYKE, RICHARD M. SHERMAN, ROBERT B. SHERMAN

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