Pretty as a Picture
Dean Martin Lyrics


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You're as pretty as a picture
In your brand new evening gown
Within your eyes I see that starlight of old
With that smile a little bold
What a lovely lovely picture
You're my treasured work of art
And I'll always keep your picture
Locked in a room in my heart
You're as pretty as a picture
In your brand new evening gown
Within your eyes I see that starlight of old
With that smile a little bold
What a lovely lovely picture
You're my treasured work of art




And I'll always keep your picture
Locked in a room in my heart

Overall Meaning

Dean Martin's "Pretty as a Picture" is a sweet and delicate love song that expresses admiration for the beauty of the woman he loves. The opening lines, "You're as pretty as a picture, in your brand new evening gown," give listeners the impression of the woman's pristine and stunning appearance. The singer goes on to describe how he sees a twinkle of the starlight of old in her eyes and how her smile is bold and confident, which only adds to her beauty.


Martin's metaphorical language likens the woman to a treasured work of art that he never wants to lose. In the final lines, he declares that he will always keep her picture locked away in his heart like a piece of cherished artwork. The song's romantic themes are further accentuated by Martin's smooth and dreamy voice, as well as the catchy melody, which add to the warm sentimentality of the lyrics.


Line by Line Meaning

You're as pretty as a picture
You are incredibly beautiful, just like a masterpiece painting.


In your brand new evening gown
Your elegant dress enhances your already stunning appearance.


Within your eyes I see that starlight of old
Your eyes hold the same shining quality that stars had long ago.


With that smile a little bold
Your confident smile is a bit daring, giving you an alluring edge.


What a lovely lovely picture
You are so breathtaking that you could be compared to a beautiful work of art.


You're my treasured work of art
To me, you are the most valuable treasure, like a priceless piece of art.


And I'll always keep your picture
Your memory will always be with me, like a cherished photograph.


Locked in a room in my heart
I will forever keep you close to my heart, like a protected treasure.




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Written by: JOHNNY ANZ

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@Spark1098

You're as pretty as a picture
In your brand new evening gown
Within your eyes I see that starlight of old
With that smile a little bold


What a lovely lovely picture
You're my treasured work of art
And I'll always keep your picture
Locked in a room in my heart


You're as pretty as a picture
In your brand new evening gown
Within your eyes I see that starlight of old
With that smile a little bold


What a lovely lovely picture
You're my treasured work of art
And I'll always keep your picture
Locked in a room in my heart



All comments from YouTube:

@joseoril2109

Amazing music for the 1990,a very love ly music

@Spark1098

You're as pretty as a picture
In your brand new evening gown
Within your eyes I see that starlight of old
With that smile a little bold


What a lovely lovely picture
You're my treasured work of art
And I'll always keep your picture
Locked in a room in my heart


You're as pretty as a picture
In your brand new evening gown
Within your eyes I see that starlight of old
With that smile a little bold


What a lovely lovely picture
You're my treasured work of art
And I'll always keep your picture
Locked in a room in my heart

@luizeduardo5618

Such an underrated song :(

@andrewyoung5588

Luiz Eduardo I agree

@johnanz315

Thanks! My dad wrote it!

@kaidevries9753

I agree

@paulineimpey1497

Nice song ❤♥😊

@muchocolor

Lovely!

@brandontruszkowski9870

The Mills Brothers version is my favorite! Though this is a close second!

@sierrajane7073

My new potential boyfriend just sent this to me. Very romantic 😍

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