Don't Rain On My Parade
Deborah Gibson Lyrics


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Don't tell me not to live just sit and putter
Life's candy and the sun's a ball of butter
Don't bring around a cloud to rain on my parade

Don't tell me not to fly I've simply got to
If someone takes a spill
It's me and not you
Who told you you're allowed to rain on my parade

CHORUS:
I'll march my band out
I'll beat my drum
And if I'm fanned out
Your turn at bat sir
At least I didn't fake it
Hat sir, I guess I didn't make it

But whether I'm the rose of sheer perfection
Or freckle on the nose of life's complexion
The cinder or the shiny apple of its eye

I gotta fly once, I gotta try once


Only can die once, right sir?
Love is juicy, juicy and you see
I've got to have my bite sir

Get ready for me love cause I'm a comer
I've simply got to march my heart's a drummer
Don't bring around a cloud to rain on my parade

I'm gonna live and live now
Get what I want I know how
One roll for the whole shebang
One throw that bell will go clang
Eye on the target and wham
One shot, one gunshot and bam
Hey Mr. Arnstein, here I am!

CHORUS

Get ready for me love cause I'm a comer




I've simply got to march my heart's a drummer
Nobody, no nobody is gonna rain on my parade

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Don't Rain On My Parade" by Deborah Gibson are an assertion of independence and freedom from the negativity and obstacles that others may put in the way. The singer is determined to live life to the fullest and pursue her dreams without anyone holding her back. She emphasizes the sweetness of life ("Life's candy and the sun's a ball of butter") and the importance of taking risks ("I gotta fly once, I gotta try once). The central message is that no matter what happens, "nobody, no nobody is gonna rain on my parade."


The song has a strong Broadway vibe, with its marching band and drumbeat, and evokes images of a performer strutting confidently onto the stage to face a skeptical audience. It's a classic "I'll show you" moment, filled with defiance and determination. The lyrics are a great anthem for anyone who has ever felt discouraged or criticized for chasing their dreams and who needs a reminder to keep moving forward despite the obstacles.


Line by Line Meaning

Don't tell me not to live just sit and putter
I won't accept advice to be lazy and idle when I have so much to live for


Life's candy and the sun's a ball of butter
Life is sweet and beautiful, full of endless possibilities


Don't bring around a cloud to rain on my parade
Please don't dampen my spirits and ruin my excitement for what's to come


Don't tell me not to fly I've simply got to
I can't resist the urge to take risks and pursue my dreams, even if it scares others around me


If someone takes a spill
If things go wrong, if I fail or make mistakes,


It's me and not you
I'll take the responsibility and consequences of my actions, it's not up to anyone else


Who told you you're allowed to rain on my parade
You have no right to criticize or discourage me from chasing my goals and ambitions


I'll march my band out
I'll lead my own life and make my own decisions


I'll beat my drum
I'll do it my way, with passion and perseverance


And if I'm fanned out
If I fail or get rejected,


Your turn at bat sir
It's not your business to judge or criticize, let me take my chances


At least I didn't fake it
I have integrity and honesty, I won't pretend or lie about who I am or what I can do


Hat sir, I guess I didn't make it
Even if I fail, I won't regret or apologize for trying, I'll keep moving forward


But whether I'm the rose of sheer perfection
Even if I excel and become amazing,


Or freckle on the nose of life's complexion
Or if I'm just average or have flaws,


The cinder or the shiny apple of its eye
Whether I'm ignored, rejected, or praised and admired,


I gotta fly once, I gotta try once
I have to take a chance at least once, I have to live my life without regrets


Only can die once, right sir?
I'm not afraid of death, but I'm more afraid of not living while I can


Love is juicy, juicy and you see
Love is exciting and fulfilling, and it's obvious to me


I've got to have my bite sir
I want to feel the passion and intensity of love, I don't want to settle for less


Get ready for me love cause I'm a comer
Be prepared for what I can offer, I'm confident and persistent


I've simply got to march my heart's a drummer
I know what drives and motivates me, and I won't let fear or doubt take over


I'm gonna live and live now
I won't postpone or delay my happiness and fulfillment, I'll make the most of every moment


Get what I want I know how
I'm resourceful and determined, I'll find a way to achieve my desires


One roll for the whole shebang
One chance to make it big, to achieve all my goals


One throw that bell will go clang
One decisive move, one action that will make a difference, that will be recognized and admired


Eye on the target and wham
Focused and determined, I'll hit the nail on the head, I'll succeed


One shot, one gunshot and bam
One opportunity, one moment of truth, that will determine my destiny


Hey Mr. Arnstein, here I am!
I'm not afraid of competition or obstacles, I'm ready to face them and prove myself


Nobody, no nobody is gonna rain on my parade
No one can discourage or hinder me from pursuing my dreams and living my life to the fullest




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Comments from YouTube:

tparrilla

Love this version 💖 best role as funny girl💖💖

Frank Carrado

Nice job & great local NY talent! Sweet girl too.

Juares Santos

My life ..... My heart, My Soul ♡♡

TMG

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