Come Sing Me a Happy Song to Prove We All Can Get Along the Lumpy Bumpy Long and Dusty Road
Bert Jansch Lyrics


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I wish that I was a star moving in
Your dark in a deep blue sky
Well, love and hate are lost behind the moon
Where nothing can go wrong
And my soul can get along

Sometimes I wonder how long it will be
Before I can settle down
For a busy world gets busier each day
I don′t want to complain
But I find the world insane

Let's drink ′til we fall down dead to the stars
Start a-floating inside our heads
Then drink some more to see us on our way
Like the sun shining on a string
To make our dreams supreme

Well I do believe I love everyone
Perhaps more than I should
With all my heart I try to please and give




From a foolish little boy
A world of love and joy

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Bert Jansch's song "Come Sing Me a Happy Song to Prove We All Can Get Along the Lumpy Bumpy Long and Dusty Road" convey a sense of longing for a peaceful and harmonious existence, away from the chaos and madness of the world. The opening lines express a desire for a sense of transcendence and escape, wishing to be a star in the vast expanse of the night sky, where love and hate are distant and insignificant. It speaks to a yearning for a place where nothing can go wrong, where the soul can find solace and unity.


The second verse reflects a sense of weariness and a longing for stability. The singer wonders how much longer it will be before they can settle down and find peace amidst the ever-growing busyness of the world. There is a recognition of the increasing madness and insanity that surrounds them, yet they express both a reluctance to complain and a desire for sanity and order.


The final verse reveals a deep love for humanity and a genuine desire to bring joy and happiness to others. The singer believes in the power of love and tries to please and give to everyone, even acknowledging the childlike foolishness in doing so. It speaks to an idealistic view of love and a yearning for a world filled with love and joy.


Overall, the lyrics of this song convey a sense of longing for a simpler, more harmonious existence, away from the chaos and madness of the world. The singer yearns for a place where love and joy prevail, where they can find solace for their soul, and where they can bring happiness to others.


Line by Line Meaning

I wish that I was a star moving in Your dark in a deep blue sky
I desire to be a guiding light in your life, illuminating the darkness and bringing a sense of tranquility and peace.


Well, love and hate are lost behind the moon Where nothing can go wrong And my soul can get along
In a place where the extremes of love and hate are distant, where troubles cease to exist, my inner self finds harmony and contentment.


Sometimes I wonder how long it will be Before I can settle down For a busy world gets busier each day I don't want to complain But I find the world insane
Occasionally, I ponder when I will find solace and stability amidst the ever-increasing chaos of the bustling world. Though I refrain from grumbling, I find the state of the world nonsensical.


Let's drink 'til we fall down dead to the stars Start a-floating inside our heads Then drink some more to see us on our way Like the sun shining on a string To make our dreams supreme
Let us indulge in libations until our senses succumb to intoxication, drifting into a state of blissful reverie. And even then, let us continue imbibing to fuel our journey towards the realization of our aspirations, reminiscent of the radiant sun guiding a suspended thread, elevating our dreams to the highest level.


Well I do believe I love everyone Perhaps more than I should With all my heart I try to please and give From a foolish little boy A world of love and joy
Sincerely, I hold affection for every individual, maybe even exceeding what is reasonable. With utmost sincerity, I endeavor to bring happiness and generosity to others, emanating from the innocence and naiveté of my youth, creating a world filled with love and boundless joy.




Writer(s): Herbert Jansch

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