Rainbow Connection
Carter Rubin Lyrics


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Why are there so many
Songs about rainbows?
And what's on the other side?
Rainbows are visions
But only illusions
And rainbows have nothing to hide
So we've been told and some choose to believe it
I know they're wrong, wait and see

Someday we'll find it, the rainbow connection
The lovers, now dreamers and me

Who said that every wish
Would be heard and answered
When wished on the morning star?
Somebody thought of that
And someone believed it
And look what it's done so far
What's so amazing that keeps us stargazing
And what do we think we might see?

Someday we'll find it, the rainbow connection
The lovers, now dreamers and me

I've heard it too many times to ignore it
It's something that I'm supposed to be





Someday we'll find it, the rainbow connection
The lovers, now dreamers and me

Overall Meaning

In Carter Rubin's song "Rainbow Connection," the lyrics explore the mystery and wonderment of rainbows and the connections they symbolize. The opening lines question why there are so many songs about rainbows and what lies on the other side. Rainbows are described as visions and illusions, but they are also said to have nothing to hide. Though some may believe these notions, the singer asserts that they are wrong and encourages others to wait and see.


The chorus expresses the hope of someday finding the rainbow connection, a bond that unites lovers and dreamers. The lyrics suggest that there is a belief that every wish will be heard and answered, particularly when made upon the morning star. The song notes that someone thought of this concept and someone believed it, emphasizing the power of belief and its impact on our lives. The singer ponders what keeps us stargazing and what we expect to discover. Ultimately, the lyrics express a personal connection to this concept, acknowledging that it is something they are meant to embrace.


Overall, "Rainbow Connection" is a song that conveys a sense of wonder, hope, and the belief in the interconnectedness of dreams, love, and the natural world. It encourages listeners to have faith in the power of their dreams and to seek out the connections that bring meaning and fulfillment in their lives.


Line by Line Meaning

Why are there so many Songs about rainbows?
What is it about rainbows that captivates us and inspires so many songs?


And what's on the other side?
What lies beyond the rainbow?


Rainbows are visions But only illusions
Rainbows are beautiful to see, but they are just fleeting illusions.


And rainbows have nothing to hide
Rainbows are pure and transparent, they don't hide anything.


So we've been told and some choose to believe it
People have been saying this about rainbows, and some choose to accept it.


I know they're wrong, wait and see
But I believe they are mistaken, and time will prove it.


Someday we'll find it, the rainbow connection
One day, we will discover the true significance of rainbows.


The lovers, now dreamers and me
Along with the lovers and the dreamers, I will be a part of this exploration.


Who said that every wish Would be heard and answered When wished on the morning star?
Who claimed that every wish made upon the morning star will come true?


Somebody thought of that And someone believed it And look what it's done so far
But someone came up with this notion, and someone believed it, resulting in remarkable achievements.


What's so amazing that keeps us stargazing And what do we think we might see?
What is it that fascinates us and compels us to keep looking at the stars? And what do we hope to find?


I've heard it too many times to ignore it
I have heard this idea too many times to disregard it.


It's something that I'm supposed to be
It feels like a part of who I am meant to be.


Someday we'll find it, the rainbow connection
One day, we will discover the profound connection behind rainbows.


The lovers, now dreamers and me
Together with the lovers and the dreamers, I will be a part of this journey.




Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Kenny Ascher, Paul Hamilton Williams

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