Simple Gifts
Cedarmont Kids Lyrics


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'Tis the gift to be simple, 'tis the gift to be free
'Tis the gift to come down where we ought to be
And when we find ourselves in the place just right
'Twill be in the valley of love and delight

When true simplicity is gained
To bow and to bend we shan't be ashamed
To turn, turn will be our delight
Till by turning, turning we come 'round right

'Tis the gift to be simple, 'tis the gift to be free
'Tis the gift to come down where we ought to be
And when we find ourselves in the place just right
'Twill be in the valley of love and delight

When true simplicity is gained
To bow and to bend we shan't be ashamed




To turn, turn will be our delight
Till by turning, turning we come 'round right

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Cedarmont Kids' song "Simple Gifts" convey a message of finding happiness and contentment in simplicity. The song highlights the importance of being free from materialistic desires and embracing the simple joys of life. The opening lines of the song, "'Tis the gift to be simple, 'tis the gift to be free" suggest that the true gift of life lies in simplicity and freedom.


The following lines of the song emphasize the importance of finding oneself in the right place, which is the "valley of love and delight." This valley can be interpreted as a metaphor for the state of mind where one finds happiness and satisfaction in life. The second verse of the song implies that true simplicity comes when one is ready to bow, bend and turn, indicating the importance of humility and flexibility in life.


The chorus of the song is repeated twice, emphasizing the importance of being simple and free, embracing simple things in life and finding oneself in the right place. The song highlights that true happiness and contentment come from inner peace, acceptance, and humility.


Line by Line Meaning

'Tis the gift to be simple, 'tis the gift to be free
The ability to live a simple and free life is a blessing


'Tis the gift to come down where we ought to be
It is important to stay grounded and focus on what really matters


And when we find ourselves in the place just right
When we are in the right place, both physically and mentally, we feel content


'Twill be in the valley of love and delight
The perfect place is not one of material wealth, but one of love and happiness


When true simplicity is gained
Once we learn to simplify our lives, we will be happier and more content


To bow and to bend we shan't be ashamed
It's important to be humble and open to new perspectives


To turn, turn will be our delight
We find joy in the simple pleasures and small things in life


Till by turning, turning we come 'round right
It takes time and patience, but eventually we will find our way and feel at peace




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Written by: Traditional

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