Beddie-Bye Blues
Disney Lyrics


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Muzzle up your mugs
Or I'll fill 'em full of slugs
That's an offer that you can't refuse
Forget your troubles and dream
Up a bubble-brained scheme
(That's telling 'em, boss)
Shut your snappers and snooze
(Shut your snappers and snooze)
To the beddie-bye blues

Snuff out your cigars
And thank your lucky stars
You ain't swimming in some cement shoes
Think of something that's nice
(Like what, boss?)
Like a holdup or a heist (That's nice)
And take your getaway cruise
(Take your getaway cruise)
With the beddie-bye blues

Slip into slumber
Saw a little lumber and snore
Let 'em hear you on shore
Just cut a couple kippers
Relax your weary flippers
And don't forget to zip
Your little lips with zippers
(That's beautiful, boss)

And don't go crying for your muddah
'Cause now we've only got each uddah
So sleep, little chowderheads, please




Shut your snappers and snooze
To the beddie-bye blues

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Beddie-Bye Blues, a song from Disney's 1963 film The Sword in the Stone, are a humorous and lighthearted portrayal of a group of gangster-like characters trying to convince their cohorts to go to bed. The first verse sets the tough-guy tone, with the boss threatening to shoot anyone who doesn't comply with his request. However, the lyrics quickly turn comedic as the boss suggests "forget your troubles and dream up a bubble-brained scheme" and "shut your snappers and snooze to the beddie-bye blues." These lyrics convey the idea that even tough criminals need rest and relaxation.


The second verse continues with the tough-guy imagery, with the characters being urged to "snuff out your cigars" and "think of something that's nice like a holdup or a heist." The chorus, with its catchy refrain of "shut your snappers and snooze to the beddie-bye blues," reinforces the idea that sleep is what's needed to recharge and prepare for another day of criminal activity.


The song as a whole is a playful take on the gangster genre, turning the usual tough-guy tropes on their head by portraying the characters as needing sleep and relaxation just like everyone else. The use of whimsical language and puns throughout the lyrics adds to the light-hearted tone of the song.


Line by Line Meaning

Muzzle up your mugs
Be quiet and listen


Or I'll fill 'em full of slugs
I'll punish you if you don't obey me


That's an offer that you can't refuse
You have no choice but to listen to me


Forget your troubles and dream
Stop worrying and imagine something peaceful


Up a bubble-brained scheme
Think up something silly and amusing


(That's telling 'em, boss)
(Great instructions, boss)


Shut your snappers and snooze
Close your mouths and go to sleep


(Shut your snappers and snooze)
(Close your mouths and go to sleep)


To the beddie-bye blues
Listen to this bedtime song


Snuff out your cigars
Put out your cigarettes


And thank your lucky stars
Be grateful for your good fortune


You ain't swimming in some cement shoes
You're not in a dangerous situation


Think of something that's nice
Imagine something pleasant


(Like what, boss?)
(What should I imagine, boss?)


Like a holdup or a heist (That's nice)
Imagine a thrilling adventure


And take your getaway cruise
Relax and enjoy your dream


(Take your getaway cruise)
(Relax and enjoy your dream)


With the beddie-bye blues
While listening to this bedtime song


Slip into slumber
Fall asleep


Saw a little lumber and snore
Sleep soundly and snore


Let 'em hear you on shore
Sleep loudly and deeply


Just cut a couple kippers
Relax and take it easy


Relax your weary flippers
Let your tired body rest


And don't forget to zip
Keep your mouth closed


Your little lips with zippers
So you won't disturb anyone else


(That's beautiful, boss)
(Great advice, boss)


And don't go crying for your muddah
Don't be scared


'Cause now we've only got each uddah
We only have each other for support


So sleep, little chowderheads, please
Go to sleep, my silly friends


Shut your snappers and snooze
Close your mouths and go to sleep


To the beddie-bye blues
While listening to this bedtime song




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