Since then, Schuur has become a legend herself. She has been nominated for five and received two GRAMMY® Awards for "Best Jazz Vocalist," as well as headlined many of the world's most prestigious music venues, including Carnegie Hall. Schuur has toured the world and has performed with such greats as Stan Getz, B.B. King, Maynard Ferguson, Ray Charles, Stevie Wonder, and Quincy Jones. She has performed countless times on The Tonight Show, has performed at The GRAMMY’s and at the White House.
My Favorite Things
Diane Schuur Lyrics
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Bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens,
Brown paper packages tied up with strings,
These are a few of my favorite things.
Cream colored ponies and crisp apple strudels,
Door bells and sleigh bells and schnitzel with noodles.
Wild geese that fly with the moon on their wings.
Girls in white dresses with blue satin sashes,
Snowflakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes,
Silver white winters that melt into springs,
These are a few of my favorite things.
When the dog bites, when the bee stings,
When I'm feeling sad,
I simply remember my favorite things,
And then I don't feel so bad.
Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens,
bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens,
Brown paper packages tied up with strings,
These are a few of my favorite things.
Cream colored ponies and crisp apple strudels,
Door bells and sleigh bells and schnitzel with noodles.
Wild geese that fly with the moon on their wings.
These are a few of my favorite things.
Girls in white dresses with blue satin sashes,
Snowflakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes,
Silver white winters that melt into springs,
These are a few of my favorite things.
When the dog bites, when the bee stings,
When I'm feeling sad,
I simply remember my favorite things,
And then I don't feel so bad.
The song "My Favorite Things," is a well-known tune from the beloved musical "The Sound of Music" that has been re-recorded by multiple artists. The song begins with the singer listing mundane but comforting objects, such as "Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens, Bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens, Brown paper packages tied up with strings". These things represent warmth, security, and comfort. The second verse moves on to include food, specifically Austrian cuisine, "Cream colored ponies and crisp apple strudels, Door bells, and sleigh bells and schnitzel with noodles. Wild geese that fly with the moon on their wings". This verse expands on the theme of things that are comforting and familiar. Finally, in the third verse, the singer mentions experiences and sights that give her joy, such as "Girls in white dresses with blue satin sashes, Snowflakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes, Silver white winters that melt into springs."
But what's the purpose of the song? Throughout the song, the singer mentions things that bring her joy, which she uses to distract herself from sadness. She tells listeners that when she's feeling down, she thinks of these things that make her happy, and it helps her to feel better. This message is especially relevant today as people are going through difficult times, and the song serves as a reminder that sometimes it's essential to focus on the happy things in life when everything else seems to be going wrong.
Line by Line Meaning
Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens,
I find joy in the small things, like raindrops on roses and the softness of a kitten's whiskers.
Bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens,
I appreciate the warmth and comfort that objects like bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens bring me.
Brown paper packages tied up with strings,
Simple things like brown paper packages tied up with strings can bring me great joy and contentment.
These are a few of my favorite things.
These small things bring me happiness and comfort, and remind me of the beauty in everyday life.
Cream colored ponies and crisp apple strudels,
I appreciate the beauty of cream-colored ponies and the delicious taste of crisp apple strudels.
Door bells and sleigh bells and schnitzel with noodles.
The sounds of door bells and sleigh bells bring me joy, and I love the taste of schnitzel with noodles.
Wild geese that fly with the moon on their wings.
The sight of wild geese flying with the moon on their wings gives me a sense of wonder and awe.
These are a few of my favorite things.
These experiences fill me with joy and happiness, and help me appreciate the beauty in the world around me.
Girls in white dresses with blue satin sashes,
I love the beauty and elegance of girls in white dresses with blue satin sashes.
Snowflakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes,
The beauty and wonder of snowflakes staying on my nose and eyelashes fills me with joy and wonder.
Silver white winters that melt into springs,
I appreciate the beauty of silver white winters and the sense of new beginnings that come with spring.
These are a few of my favorite things.
These experiences bring me a feeling of warmth and comfort, and remind me of the happiness that comes with each season of life.
When the dog bites, when the bee stings,
Even in difficult times, when I experience pain or hurt, I try to stay positive and focus on the good things.
When I'm feeling sad,
When I am experiencing sadness or negative emotions, I try to focus on the things that bring me joy and happiness.
I simply remember my favorite things,
By focusing on the things that bring me joy and happiness, I can lift my spirits and change my perspective.
And then I don't feel so bad.
By changing my focus and thinking about my favorite things, I can feel more positive and hopeful, even in difficult times.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Oscar Hammerstein II, Richard Rodgers
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