Snow
Crosby Bing & Danny Kaye Lyrics
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It won't be long before we'll all be there with snow
Snow
I want to wash my hands, my face and hair with snow
Snow
I long to clear a path and lift a spade of snow
Snow
Where it's snowing
All winter through
That's where I want to be
Snowball throwing
That's what I'll do
How I'm longing to ski
Through the snow-oh-oh-oh-oh
Those glist'ning houses that seem to be built of snow
Snow
Oh, to see a mountain covered with a quilt of snow
What is Christmas with no snow
No white Christmas with no snow
Snow
I'll soon be there with snow
I'll wash my hair with snow
And with a spade of snow
I'll build a man that's made of snow
I'd love to stay up with you but I recommend a little shuteye
Go to sleep
And dream
Of snow
The first verse of the song "Snow" talks about the anticipation of snow during the winter season. The lyrics express a desire to be covered in snow, suggesting a longing for a winter wonderland. The second verse talks about wanting to clear a path and lift a spade of snow, which could represent the desire to take control of the elements, or to create something beautiful out of it. The mention of seeing a man entirely made of snow suggests a playfulness and whimsy that is associated with the winter season.
The chorus repeats the word "snow" multiple times, emphasizing the important role it plays in one's winter experience. The lyrics "That's where I want to be / Snowball throwing / That's what I'll do / How I'm longing to ski" express the joy and excitement that comes with playing in the snow, and highlights the joyful activities that can be enjoyed during the winter season.
The song also expresses the idea that Christmas wouldn't be complete without snow. The lyric "What is Christmas with no snow / No white Christmas with no snow / Snow" suggests that snow is an essential part of the holiday season, and that a white Christmas is something that many people look forward to.
Line by Line Meaning
Snow
The idea of snow, possibly as a metaphor for purity, is being introduced.
It won't be long before we'll all be there with snow
The arrival of snow is near and they will all experience it together.
I want to wash my hands, my face and hair with snow
The desire to cleanse oneself with the pure and refreshing qualities of snow.
I long to clear a path and lift a spade of snow
The eagerness to be productive amidst the snowfall.
Oh, to see a great big man entirely made of snow
The wonder of witnessing a snowman, a creation that embodies the spirit of winter.
Where it's snowing
A place where snow is present.
All winter through
The duration of the snowy period.
That's where I want to be
Expressing a preference for a location where snow is present.
Snowball throwing
Engaging in a playful activity with snow.
That's what I'll do
An expression of intent to partake in the aforementioned activity.
How I'm longing to ski
Expressing a desire to engage in a snow-related sport.
Through the snow-oh-oh-oh-oh
The setting in which the skiing will take place.
Those glist'ning houses that seem to be built of snow
The observation of houses that appear to be constructed with snow as their material.
Oh, to see a mountain covered with a quilt of snow
The beauty of a snow-covered mountain.
What is Christmas with no snow
Alluding to the importance of snow in the Christmas atmosphere.
No white Christmas with no snow
Further emphasizing the significance of snow in creating a white Christmas.
I'll soon be there with snow
Reiterating that they will all experience the snow together soon.
And with a spade of snow
Incorporating snow as a tool for construction.
I'll build a man that's made of snow
Revisiting the excitement of creating a snowman.
I'd love to stay up with you but I recommend a little shuteye
Expressing fatigue and the need to rest.
Go to sleep
A command to rest.
And dream
An invitation to dream.
Of snow
Manifesting the desire for snow in dreams.
Lyrics © IMAGEM U.S. LLC
Written by: GUY DAVIS, MARK OLSEN, MIKE WILLIAMSON
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