A woman
Doris Day Lyrics


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A woman's touch, a woman's touch
The magic of Aladdin couldn't do as much
She's a wizard, she's a champ
And she doesn't need a lamp

A woman's touch can weave a spell
The kind of hocus pocus that she does so well
With the magic of a broom
She can mesmerize a room

With a whisk whisk here and a whisk whisk there
And a dustpan for the cinders
With a rub rub here and a rub rub there
She can polish up the winders

Then presto chango
Suddenly, the sun comes shining through
And what does Mr Sunshine say to you?
How d'you do?

It makes you blink, to stop and think
A woman and a whisk-broom
Can accomplish so darn much
So never under-estimate a woman's touch

A woman's touch can quickly fill
The empty flower boxes on a window sill
One smile from her and zoom
Little buds begin to bloom

A touch of paint, a magic nail
Can turn a kitchen chair into a Chippendale
Even make the lamp appear
Like a crystal chandelier

With a tack tack here and a tack tack there
And a hand around a hammer
With a mop mop here and a mop mop there
You can give a cabin glamour

Then gosh, almighty, all at once
The cabin that we knew
Becomes a shining castle built for two
Me and you

The pies and cakes a woman bakes
Can make a fella tell her




That he loves her very much
So never under-estimate a woman's touch

Overall Meaning

In the song "A Woman's Touch" by Doris Day, the lyrics describe the magical and transformative power of a woman's touch. The singer compares the abilities of a woman to those of Aladdin's Genie but suggests that a woman needs no lamp to work her magic. The song claims that a woman's touch can weave a spell and mesmerize a room with little more than a broom and dustpan. The song describes the mundane tasks of polishing windows and sweeping floors as results of a woman's magic.


The lyrics also suggest that a woman's touch can accomplish much more than just cleaning and home improvement tasks. A touch of paint or a few nails can transform a regular kitchen chair into a Chippendale. And the song suggests that a woman's culinary skills are also an essential part of her magic. Doris Day sings about the pies and cakes that a woman can bake that make a fella tell her that he loves her very much.


In summary, the lyrics of "A Woman's Touch" celebrate the many abilities of women and assert that these abilities can work wonders in the home and in relationships. The song suggests that a woman's touch is not only transformative but also essential to creating a beautiful and comfortable home.


Line by Line Meaning

A woman's touch, a woman's touch
The power and magic that comes from the gentle and skilled hands of a woman


The magic of Aladdin couldn't do as much
The wonders that a woman can work with her hands and skills surpass even the magical abilities of stories and legends


She's a wizard, she's a champ
A woman's ability to work with focus, skill, and creativity can make her seem almost like a magician, masterful and talented


And she doesn't need a lamp
Unlike the genie in the Aladdin story who needs a lamp to work his magic, a woman doesn't need any external tools to create her magic and wonders


A woman's touch can weave a spell
The touch and work of a woman's hand can create a kind of enchantment or mystique that is unique and powerful


The kind of hocus pocus that she does so well
A woman has an innate skill and talent for creating magic and wonder through her work and talents


With the magic of a broom
Even something as simple as sweeping a floor can be turned into a magical experience when done by a talented and skilled woman


She can mesmerize a room
A woman's touch and work can be so powerful and inspiring that it can captivate and mesmerize people around her


With a whisk whisk here and a whisk whisk there
The careful and deliberate movements of a woman's hand while cooking can create magic in the kitchen, and are shown here through the repeated 'whisk' sound


And a dustpan for the cinders
Even the simple act of cleaning up can be turned magical with a woman's touch, using a humble dustpan and brush


With a rub rub here and a rub rub there
The careful and gentle hand movements of a woman can turn an ordinary surface into a shining and polished one


She can polish up the winders
A woman's touch can make even the windows and glass surfaces shine and sparkle with magic and skill


Then presto chango
A reference to magic shows and performances, meaning that something amazing and wondrous is about to happen


Suddenly, the sun comes shining through
Through her work and skill, a woman can turn an ordinary space or situation into a bright and hopeful one, like a ray of sunlight shining through the clouds


And what does Mr Sunshine say to you?
A playful reference to the sun as a person or character, expressing how much of a difference a woman's touch can make


How d'you do?
An expression of greeting and warmth, as if the sun is acknowledging the amazing work that a woman has done


It makes you blink, to stop and think
A woman's work and skill can be so impressive that it can make you pause and take notice, as if making you blink in disbelief


A woman and a whisk-broom
The combination of a woman's skill and a humble broom or whisk can create amazing things, even more than the legendary tales of Aladdin and his lamp


Can accomplish so darn much
A woman's touch can achieve incredible things, both big and small, from cleaning and cooking to creating art and beauty


So never under-estimate a woman's touch
A reminder to always appreciate and value the work, skill, and talent of women, no matter how simple or small the task may seem


A woman's touch can quickly fill
A woman's hand can turn a window box or other empty space into a lush and beautiful garden with the simple addition of plants and flowers


The empty flower boxes on a window sill
A humble and ordinary space like a window sill can be turned into a magical garden with a woman's skill and creativity


One smile from her and zoom
A woman's presence and positive energy can inspire natural growth and beauty, shown here through the sudden appearance of blooming flowers with her smile


Little buds begin to bloom
The power of a woman's touch and energy can bring life and growth to even the smallest and most delicate plants, like flower buds


A touch of paint, a magic nail
Even the most ordinary and mundane household items like paint and nails can become magical tools in a woman's hands, transforming furniture and spaces into something new and beautiful


Can turn a kitchen chair into a Chippendale
A reference to the prestigious and elegant Chippendale furniture style, meaning that a woman's touch can turn an ordinary chair into a work of art


Even make the lamp appear
A woman's work and skill can transform the appearance of even simple objects like a lamp, turning them into dazzling and luxurious designs


Like a crystal chandelier
A reference to the elegant and intricate designs of crystal chandeliers, expressing how a woman's touch can turn ordinary objects into fantastic and magical ones


With a tack tack here and a tack tack there
The careful and precise movements of a woman's hand when using tools like a hammer and nails, making each 'tack' sound deliberate and measured


And a hand around a hammer
A woman's touch and skill can make even the most basic tool like a hammer become a powerful and precise instrument for creating beauty and art


With a mop mop here and a mop mop there
The gentle and rhythmic movements of a woman's hand when using a mop, creating a pattern of sounds and movements that are like music to the ears


You can give a cabin glamour
Even a simple and humble cabin or home can be transformed into something extraordinary with a woman's touch and creativity, adding glamour and beauty to every corner


Then gosh, almighty, all at once
A reference to a sudden and powerful transformation, as if something miraculous has just happened


The cabin that we knew
A reference to a familiar and ordinary space that has been transformed into something magical and beautiful through a woman's work and talent


Becomes a shining castle built for two
A reference to a fairytale castle, expressing how a woman's touch and creativity can turn even an ordinary cabin into an amazing and romantic space for two people


Me and you
A playful and romantic reference to the two people who will enjoy the woman's magical creation


The pies and cakes a woman bakes
The work and skill of a woman isn't only limited to household chores or furniture, but can also extend to cooking and baking, creating delicious and magical treats


Can make a fella tell her
A humorous and charming reference to how a tasty pie or cake can win over the heart of a man, making him express his love and affection to the woman who made it


That he loves her very much
A playful and romantic expression of love and affection, showing how a woman's work and talent can create magical and wondrous moments in everyday life




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: PAUL FRANCIS WEBSTER, SAMMY FAIN

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Comments from YouTube:

@annerood2703

love the rehearsal pics thanks

@danlong47

Im a big fan of Doris Day. I was taken with Calamity Jane. It was all Doris Day Had to be her finest role. Is it the character or the singing that made her a Super Star. Thank you Doris Day.

@nbagiri

Love love love Calamity Jane, it was the singing and the character, love her voice...!!! RIP and sing up in Heaven

@DEREKM5903

Went to see the local amateur dramatics group perform this last night.... brilliant night

@diannaortega9543

I was born back in the1960 an have always like watching her show there where too of the her moves that I enjoy best one colostomy Jane an the other I don't remember the name but it was her an Dean Martin the house on the water where Doris

@dorisdayno1

Thanks !

@Call1800POO

Delightful.
This is the Second time I heard this song.
The first being ten minutes ago on Come Dine With Me;  television show in England.

(Doris Day is known for her roles in 39 films, plus her work as a singer and animal rights activist)
Birthday: April 3, 1922

@smichaelk

Call1800POO YOU ARE READING MY MIND OH MY GAWD. I literally just heard it on come Dine with me xD

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