Crayons
Donna Summer Lyrics


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Hey hey oh
Donna, what's going on?

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[Chorus]

We're like crayons melting in the sunshine
Take a big eraser and wipe out the line
Oh ,oh what's up tell me what's a-happening
say you want love but why ain't you sacrificing?
we're like crayons melting in the sunshine
I'll color your world if you color mine
Oh ,oh what's up tell me what's a-happening
say you want love but why ain't you sacrificing?


Come on over you sleepyhead
it's time to color my dress in red
It don't matter if it's day or night
we play in color not in black in white

Come on let's color the world in green
Let's make a difference in the way we dream
We're going to color a smiling face
on the people of the human race

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I'll take a walk on the wild side
Don't be afraid you can be mine
In and out, in and out, in and out of the lines
Take a walk on the wild side
Don't be afraid you could be mine
In and out of the lines, in and out , in and out of the lines

[Chorus]

(Everybody dreaming )

If we mix in some pink and blue
We get a beating at a purple hue
Mellow yellow when the day is done
Becomes the orange of the setting sun

1 2 3 come on

I'll take a walk on the wild side
Don't be afraid you can be mine
In and out, in and out, in and out of the lines
Take a walk on the wild side
Don't be afraid you could be mine
In and out of the lines, in and out , in and out of the lines

[Chorus]

Red is the color of the blood in our veins oh
Like the rainbow we are one the same (just one yeah)
(Everybody dreaming )
Yellow is the color of the sun we share
The green grass is everywhere
(Everybody dreaming )






Chorus

Overall Meaning

The song "Crayons" by Donna Summer is a fun-filled, upbeat pop song that is about embracing diversity and living life in color. In the opening lines of the song, Donna is asked, "what's going on?" and with a playful tone, she responds by launching into a catchy chorus that declares, "we're like crayons melting in the sunshine." This is a metaphor for the idea that we are all unique and have our own distinct color and personality that can be celebrated.


The song continues with upbeat and playful lyrics that encourage listeners to embrace diversity and to live life to the fullest. This is evident in the lyrics "Come on let's color the world in green, let's make a difference in the way we dream, we're going to color a smiling face, on the people of the human race." These lyrics highlight the idea that we can all play a part in making the world a better place if we embrace diversity and work together.


The song is ultimately about love and unity. In the chorus, Donna sings, "I'll color your world if you color mine," which is a beautiful metaphor for love and the idea that when we love someone, we take on a part of their personality, just as they take on a part of ours.


Overall, "Crayons" is a fun-loving, upbeat song that is full of hope and positivity. It encourages listeners to embrace diversity and to live life in color.


Line by Line Meaning

We're like crayons melting in the sunshine
We are constantly changing and evolving, just like crayons melt in the heat of the sun


Take a big eraser and wipe out the line
Let go of boundaries and limitations, and enjoy a life without limitations


Oh ,oh what's up tell me what's a-happening
What's new and exciting in your life?


say you want love but why ain't you sacrificing?
If you want love, you have to be willing to give up things for it


I'll color your world if you color mine
We can have a mutually beneficial relationship where we both bring color and joy to each other’s lives


Come on over you sleepyhead
Wake up and live life to the fullest


it's time to color my dress in red
Let's do something bold and exciting


we play in color not in black in white
Let’s live life creatively and vibrantly, rather than in a dull, monotone manner


Come on let's color the world in green
Let's make a positive impact on the world


Let's make a difference in the way we dream
Let's have big dreams and work towards achieving them together


on the people of the human race
Let's spread kindness and positivity to everyone around us


I'll take a walk on the wild side
I'm willing to take risks and try new things


Don't be afraid you can be mine
Don't be afraid to be yourself and live life authentically


In and out, in and out, in and out of the lines
Let’s live life outside the box and break free from the norm


If we mix in some pink and blue
When we combine different aspects of ourselves, we create something unique and beautiful


We get a beating at a purple hue
We can create something entirely new when we combine different parts of ourselves


Mellow yellow when the day is done
After working hard, it’s important to relax and unwind


Becomes the orange of the setting sun
The end of one chapter means the beginning of a new one


Red is the color of the blood in our veins oh
We are all connected, and we all share a life force within us


Like the rainbow we are one the same (just one yeah)
We may look different on the outside, but we are all one and the same on the inside


Yellow is the color of the sun we share
We all live under the same sun, and share the same earth


The green grass is everywhere
Nature surrounds and connects us all


Everybody dreaming
We all have big dreams and aspirations




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: DANIELLE BRISBOIS, GREG KURSTIN, ZIGGY MARLEY, DONNA SUMMER

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Comments from YouTube:

Kojo Harrison

MASTERCLASS!!! Demonstration of Donna's wide vocal range. No woman has covered every Genre like she has. The Greatest Female Vocalist for Sure!!!!!!

Curtis Strack

What a fantastic track. I have been a fan of Queen Summer’s my entire life. Thanks for sharing.

C N

Keep this deep rocking music into your heart.

This beat is forever.

Eu Eu

Diva eterna.

Александр Алимпиев

ОЧЕНЬ РИТМИЧНАЯ ПЕСНЯ !!!

angel jimenez

HERMOSA CANCION, HERMOSA ELLA.

Dj Robi

This the meaning chemistry!!! Donna and Ziggy

GUGU THE BEST'IA

W O N D E R F U L!!!!!!!

Sonia Montezuma

La mejor siempre

Tommy Lundholm

And the producers wonted her to do a gospeltheme album, claiming she was to old to do upbeat album, and se said no. Im very happy she did.

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