Start the Day Right
Bing Crosby & Connee Boswell Lyrics

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Off with the blanket, down with the window, on with the day
You gotta stretch just a little, bend just a little, you'll feel OK
Sing while you're washing, sing while you're dressing
Carefree and gay
Ho-dle-ay start the day right
Back to the window, up with the window, down with some air
Off with the slippers, on with the shoes and then comb your hair
Out of the bedroom, into the kitchen

Breakfast is there
Ho-dle-ay start the day right
Though the skies be cloudy
Smile and all the world say's "Howdy"
Off with the blanket, up with the curtain, greet the new day
In with the sugar, down with the jam, but don't you delay
Out of the kitchen, out of the cottage
Sing on your way
Ho-dle-ay start the day right

On with the day

Come on now, Satch, you feel OK
Sing while you're washing, sing while you're dressing
Gat on outa that hay

What d'ya say we get some of the air

Come on, rugged, comb your hair
Out of the bedroom, into the kitchen
Come and get it, breakfast is there

Though the skies be cloudy
(It sure do look like rain don't it)
(clear up directly)
Smile and all the world says "Howdy"

Off with the blanket, up with the curtain, greet the new day
In with the sugar, only two lumps please, don't you delay
Out of the kitchen, out of the cottage,
Singing on your way

Ho-dle-ay start the day right

That's right
Hear what I'm tellin' ya
That's right
Ho-ho-ho-dle-ay, that's the only way

You gotta start the day right

Well, roll it
Quickly

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Start The Day Right" by Bing Crosby and Connee Boswell are an anthem for starting your day with a positive attitude. The song encourages listeners to get up, be active and start their day with a smile. The lyrics are a reminder that no matter how bad the weather may be or what difficulties lie ahead, starting your day with a positive attitude is key to having a good day.

The song begins with the line "Off with the blanket, down with the window, on with the day". This line signifies getting up and starting your day with enthusiasm. The next few lines "You gotta stretch just a little, bend just a little, you'll feel okay" indicate the importance of warming up the body in the morning. The lyrics then encourage the listener to sing while they are washing and dressing. This is a reminder that starting your day singing can uplift your mood and make you feel happy.

The next verse tells the listener to open the window and enjoy the fresh air. It also tells them to get dressed and comb their hair. The line "Out of the bedroom, into the kitchen, breakfast is there" tells the listener that the day is officially getting started. This line encourages them to have a healthy breakfast and be ready to tackle whatever the day has planned for them.

Line by Line Meaning

Off with the blanket, down with the window, on with the day
Get up and start your day. Open the window to let in some sunlight and fresh air.

You gotta stretch just a little, bend just a little, you'll feel OK
Do some light exercises to wake up your body and feel energized for the day.

Sing while you're washing, sing while you're dressing, Carefree and gay
Enjoy your morning routine and sing to lift your spirits and start the day with a happy mindset.

Ho-dle-ay start the day right
Emphasizes the importance of starting your day off on the right foot.

Back to the window, up with the window, down with some air
Make sure to ventilate your room for fresh air to improve air quality.

Off with the slippers, on with the shoes and then comb your hair
Get dressed and groomed for the day ahead.

Out of the bedroom, into the kitchen, Breakfast is there
Head to the kitchen to fuel your body with a healthy breakfast.

Though the skies be cloudy, Smile and all the world says 'Howdy'
Stay positive and greet the day with a smile, even if the weather is less than ideal.

In with the sugar, down with the jam, but don't you delay, Out of the kitchen, out of the cottage, Sing on your way
Enjoy your breakfast, but don't take too long. Get out of the house and start your day while continuing to sing and stay positive.

Ho-dle-ay start the day right
Reiterates that starting the day right is key.

Come on now, Satch, you feel OK
Encouraging someone named 'Satch' to join in on the morning routine and start their day off on the right foot.

Gat on outa that hay, What d'ya say we get some of the air
Wake up and get going. Suggesting going outside and getting some fresh air.

Come on, rugged, comb your hair
Encouraging someone to get themselves ready for the day ahead by grooming themselves.

Though the skies be cloudy, Smile and all the world says 'Howdy'
Once again, promoting a positive attitude even when the weather may not be ideal.

Off with the blanket, up with the curtain, greet the new day
Get up, let the sunlight in, and be excited about the new day ahead.

In with the sugar, only two lumps please, don't you delay, Out of the kitchen, out of the cottage, Singing on your way
Finish your breakfast without delay, get out of the house, and continue singing with positivity.

Ho-dle-ay start the day right
Concluding that starting the day off right is essential to a productive day.

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: AL LEWIS, CHARLES TOBIAS, MAURICE SPITALNY

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