My Funny Valentine
Bob Neel Lyrics
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You make me smile with my heart
Your looks are laughable
Unphotographable
Yet you're my favorite work of art
Is your figure less than Greek?
Is your mouth a little weak?
Are you smiling?
But don't change a hair for me
Not if you care for me
Stay little Valentine, stay
Each day is Valentine's Day
The lyrics of Bob Neel's song, "My Funny Valentine" celebrate the uniqueness and quirks of the person being addressed. The singer seems to be smitten with their lover, whose appearance doesn't match conventional beauty standards, but whose personality fills their heart with joy. The phrase "sweet comic Valentine" reinforces the idea that the lover might not fit into the usual tropes of romance, but their quirkiness is endearing.
The lyric, “You make me smile with my heart" suggests that the singer's feelings for the Valentine go beyond surface attraction. The next two lines, "Your looks are laughable/ Unphotographable," highlight how different the Valentine is from the norm, but they proceed to call this person "my favorite work of art." This line is especially potent because it indicates how much the singer values the Valentine's unique nature. This is a love that is not focused on traditional beauty.
Line by Line Meaning
My funny Valentine, sweet comic Valentine
You, my dear Valentine, are quirky and endearing in your own unique way, bringing joy and lightheartedness to my life.
You make me smile with my heart
Your presence fills me with a warm and tender feeling that touches the innermost part of my being, bringing a smile to my heart.
Your looks are laughable
Although some might consider your appearance funny or unconventional, I find it amusing and charming in its own way.
Unphotographable
Your essence cannot be captured in mere photographs, as your spirit and personality are too dynamic and multidimensional to be contained by a mere image.
Yet you're my favorite work of art
Despite any criticisms or judgments from others, I consider you to be a masterpiece in your own right, with a beauty and value that surpasses any material creation.
Is your figure less than Greek?
Although your body may not conform to the idealized standards of beauty set forth by ancient Greek culture, I still find you attractive and alluring in your own unique way.
Is your mouth a little weak?
Although your physical features may not be perfect or flawless, I find your imperfections endearing and charming.
When you open it to speak, are you smiling?
Although you may have flaws or insecurities, your infectious smile and positive attitude make you even more appealing and beloved in my eyes.
But don't change a hair for me
I love you just the way you are, without any need for improvement or alteration to please me or anyone else.
Not if you care for me
If you truly care for me, you will not try to change who you are or conform to societal norms, as your uniqueness and individuality are what make you so special to me.
Stay little Valentine, stay
Please, my dear Valentine, do not leave my side or change in any way that would lessen the love and connection we share, as you are perfect just the way you are.
Each day is Valentine's Day
I cherish and celebrate our love every day of the year, not just on Valentine's Day, as you make every moment special and meaningful.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Lorenz Hart, Richard Rodgers
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