I Got Life
Broadway Cast Lyrics
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Still I think I'm a lucky girl
I got the sun in the morning
And the moon at night
Got no mansion, got no yacht
Still I'm happy with what I've got
I got the sun in the morning
Sunshine gives me a lovely day
Moonlight gives me the Milky Way
Got no cheque books, got no banks
Still I'd like to express my thanks
I got the sun in the morning
And the moon at night
And with the sun in the morning
And the moon in the evening
I'm all right
Got no butler, got no maid
Still I think I've been overpaid
I got the sun in the morning
And the moon at night
She's got the sun in the morning
And the moon at night
Got no silver, got no gold
What I've got can't be bought or sold
I got the sun in the morning
And the moon at night
She's got the sun in the morning
And the moon at night
Sunshine gives me a lovely day
Moonlight gives me the Milky Way
Got no heirlooms for my kin
Made no will but when I cash in
I'll leave the sun in the morning
And the moon at night
She'll leave the sun in the morning
And the moon at night
And with the sun in the morning
And the moon in the evening
I'm alright
Hoe down
Woo-hoo
Come on girls
That's it
Yee-ha
Yee-hoo
Yee-hoo
Got no mansion, got no yacht
Still I'm happy with what I got
I got the sun in the morning
And the moon at night
Sun in the morning
And moon at night
And with the sun in the morning
And the moon in the evening
We'll be alright
Sun in the morning
And moon at night
"I Got Life" is a jubilant anthem that celebrates gratitude for the simple pleasures in life, emphasizing the power of positivity and finding joy in the everyday. The lyrics express contentment and appreciation for what one has, rather than longing for material possessions. The song reminds us that true happiness is not dependent on wealth or possessions, but can be found in the beauty of nature, such as the sun in the morning and the moon at night. It encourages us to count our blessings and find fulfillment in the little things that often get overlooked.
The song juxtaposes the idea of not having material wealth with the richness of the natural world. The sun and the moon are presented as symbols of abundance and beauty, providing warmth, light, and a sense of wonder. The mention of not having diamonds, pearls, mansions, or yachts suggests a lack of material extravagance, but the singer still feels lucky and happy because they have the sun and the moon. It highlights the importance of perspective and appreciating what truly matters in life.
Line by Line Meaning
Got no diamonds, got no pearls
Even though I don't have material wealth or luxury items
Still I think I'm a lucky girl
I still consider myself fortunate
I got the sun in the morning
But I have the beauty and warmth of the sun to bring me joy and positivity each day
And the moon at night
And the peacefulness and wonder of the moon to fill my nights
Got no mansion, got no yacht
Even without extravagant possessions or wealth
Still I'm happy with what I've got
I am content and satisfied with what I do have
Sunshine gives me a lovely day
The sunlight brightens my day and makes it beautiful
Moonlight gives me the Milky Way
The moonlight illuminates the night and reveals the beauty of the galaxy
Got no cheque books, got no banks
Even without financial resources or the ability to write checks or access banks
Still I'd like to express my thanks
I still want to express my gratitude and appreciation
Got no butler, got no maid
Even though I don't have household help or servants
Still I think I've been overpaid
I believe I have received more than I deserve or expected
Got no silver, got no gold
I don't possess any precious metals or riches
What I've got can't be bought or sold
But what I do have is invaluable and cannot be purchased or exchanged
Got no heirlooms for my kin
I haven't inherited any prized possessions or family heirlooms for my relatives
Made no will but when I cash in
I haven't made any official statement of how my belongings should be distributed after my death, but when I pass away
I'll leave the sun in the morning
I will leave behind the same beauty and positivity that the sun brings each morning
And the moon at night
And the tranquility and wonder of the moon during the night
Hoe down
A lively and energetic dance
Woo-hoo
An expression of excitement or joy
Come on girls
Encouraging the female group members to participate or join in
That's it
This is the end or the conclusion
Yee-ha
An exclamation expressing enthusiasm or excitement
Yee-hoo
Another exclamation indicating excitement or joy
And with the sun in the morning
Together with the beauty and positivity of the morning sun
And the moon in the evening
And the tranquility and wonder of the evening moon
We'll be alright
We will be fine and content
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Irving Berlin
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