Top Of The World
Carpenters(카펜터스) Lyrics
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There is wonder in 'most ev'ry thing I see
Not a cloud in the sky, got the sun in my eyes
And I won't be surprised if it's a dream
Everything I want the world to be
Is now comin' true especially for me
And the reason is clear, it's because you are here
I'm on the top of the world lookin' down on creation
And the only explanation I can find
Is the love that I've found ever since you've been around
Your love's put me at the top of the world
Somethin' in the wind has learned my name
And it's tellin' me that things are not the same
In the leaves on the trees and the touch of the breeze
There's a pleasin' sense of happiness for me
There is only one wish on my mind
When this day is through I hope that I will find
That tomorrow will be just the same for you and me
All I need will be mine if you are here
I'm on the top of the world lookin' down on creation
And the only explanation I can find
Is the love that I've found ever since you've been around
Your love's put me at the top of the world
I'm on the top of the world lookin' down on creation
And the only explanation I can find
Is the love that I've found ever since you've been around
Your love's put me at the top of the world
The Carpenters' song "Top of the World" showcases a feeling of pure joy and euphoria that comes from experiencing deep love. Richard Carpenter uses simple yet effective lyrics to convey the singer's sensation of being on top of the world. The first verse starts with the phrase "Such a feelin's comin' over me" which sets the tone for what's to come by indicating that the emotions are overwhelming. The line "not a cloud in the sky, got the sun in my eyes" creates an image of a clear and bright day with a bright outlook on life. The use of "dream" in the next phrase allows for the possibility of this moment being unreal, an experience that is too good to be true.
The second verse tells us that the reason behind the singer's happiness is the love of another person. This person has the ability to make the singer feel closest to heaven, implying a higher power. The chorus repeats the phrase "I'm on top of the world looking down on creation" and indicates that the only explanation behind the feeling is the love that the singer has found with this person; it's what has put them on top of the world. The third verse utilizes nature and weather to create the feeling of happiness for the singer, allowing for a serene connection between the world and the person's emotions. The final lines reveal that the singer's only wish is for this joy to continue, even tomorrow.
Overall, the song's messaging is relatively simple, but its structure leaves a lasting impression. Both the lyrics and Karen Carpenter's voice convey the sense of utter bliss and the significant influence of a loving relationship on one's life.
Line by Line Meaning
Such a feelin's comin' over me
I am experiencing a strong emotion that is difficult to describe
There is wonder in 'most ev'ry thing I see
I find beauty and amazement in nearly everything around me
Not a cloud in the sky, got the sun in my eyes
The weather is perfect and the sunshine is making me feel good
And I won't be surprised if it's a dream
I am so overwhelmed with joy that it feels like it might not be real
Everything I want the world to be
I envision a perfect world in which everything is just as I want it to be
Is now comin' true especially for me
My dreams are becoming reality, and it feels like it's happening just for me
And the reason is clear, it's because you are here
The presence of someone special is making all of this possible
You're the nearest thing to heaven that I've seen
Being with you feels like being in paradise
I'm on the top of the world lookin' down on creation
I am feeling incredibly happy and powerful, with a sense of superiority
And the only explanation I can find
I cannot understand why I feel this way, but attribute it to one thing: love
Is the love that I've found ever since you've been around
The love of the special person in my life is the reason for my current state of happiness
Your love's put me at the top of the world
The affection of this person has given me a feeling of being at the pinnacle of life
Somethin' in the wind has learned my name
There is a force around me that seems to know who I am
And it's tellin' me that things are not the same
This force is communicating to me that something has changed
In the leaves on the trees and the touch of the breeze
Nature itself seems to be signaling that something good has happened
There's a pleasin' sense of happiness for me
I am experiencing an overwhelming and delightful sense of joy
There is only one wish on my mind
I have only one desire at this moment
When this day is through I hope that I will find
At the end of this day, I am hoping for a particular outcome
That tomorrow will be just the same for you and me
My hope is that tomorrow will be as wonderful as today, for both myself and my loved one
All I need will be mine if you are here
As long as this special person is in my life, I feel like I have everything I need
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JOHN BETTIS, RICHARD LYNN CARPENTER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@hameleerssavannah5916
Still a great song in 2018, thank god in this dreadfull period of crappy music
@canadiantanker7773
Yeah. All this new music u can either A not understand what there saying, or B is just awful lyrics
@harrymadferit7807
You realise crappy music is prominent in every time period and to claim this era has more than any other decade is bullshit... right?
@delta212cpd
@Potato Thief Shall we compare lyrics?
@jsuarez1099
It is if you don't know to look for the right bands. For Power Metal (my kink) last 10 years have been the best...
@ochitauwu1886
:D
@mariegrimes8085
This song never gets old!! 💙 It’s like a warm blanket on a cold winter day. ☺️
Rest In Peace Karen.
@jonseymouse
I love the way you described the feelings. 💓
@valentinportillo1114
@Zeeba Neighba This song from KUNG FU PANDA 2
@RavenclawASMR
So true