My Funny Valentine
Buddy Rich & Lionel Hampton Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
You make me smile with my heart,
Your looks are laughable, un-photo-graphical,
Yet you´re my favorite work of art
Is your figure less than Greek?
Is your mouth a little weak?
When you open it to speak, are you smiling?
Not if you care for me.
Stay little valentine, stay!
Each day is Valentine´s Day
Each day is Valentine´s Day
The song "My Funny Valentine" by Buddy Rich and Lionel Hampton is a classic love song that portrays the beauty of love beyond physical appearance. The lyrics, "Your my funny Valentine, sweet comic Valentine, You make me smile with my heart," express affection for a person who might not possess traditionally flawless looks or appearance. Rather, this person is still cherished and found beautiful because of their unique traits and ability to bring joy to the singer.
The lyrics also have a deep sense of understanding between the singer and the one they love. They recognize that the person they love might have flaws or weaknesses but they accept and cherish them just the way they are. The lines, "Is your mouth a little weak? When you open it to speak, are you smiling?" shows a sense of compassion and empathy, which are crucial in any relationship.
Overall, "My Funny Valentine" is a timeless classic that reminds us that love is not just about appearances but rather about the embodiment of beauty and joy that lies within a person.
Line by Line Meaning
Your my funny Valentine, sweet comic Valentine,
You are my amusing and delightful companion, my affectionate Valentine
You make me smile with my heart,
You bring joy to my innermost feelings
Your looks are laughable, un-photo-graphical,
Your appearance is not conventionally beautiful, but your character is what makes you lovely and unique
Yet you´re my favorite work of art
But nonetheless, you're my cherished masterpiece
Is your figure less than Greek?
Is your body not the ideal body of art?
Is your mouth a little weak?
Is your speech not always eloquent and confident?
When you open it to speak, are you smiling?
When you speak, do you do so with a smile?
But don´t change a hair for me,
But I ask you not to change anything about yourself for me,
Not if you care for me.
If you hold love for me, do not transform yourself at all
Stay little valentine, stay!
Remain by my side, my dear Valentine.
Each day is Valentine´s Day
Every day is a day to cherish in the presence of love.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc., CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Lorenz Hart, Richard Rodgers
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind