They are a parade of miniature musical elephants marching across your bed playing various miniature instruments, singing and whistling through their trunks and waking you up, but in a good way.
Also, visit them here and here
2005
New York
Estelle & Ido
for you
Elephant Parade Lyrics
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you don't make my cry
I like you
you always make me smile
you slide across the MoMa
we dance into a coma
I like you
I don't even have to try
I don't know what it is
you just say all the right things
I don't know what it is
about you
I like you
you kiss me hello
I like you
you never make me toast
you're taking such a long time
I'm having such a nice time
I like you
and I'd like to stay up all night
with you
The Elephant Parade's song "I Like You" is a sweet and catchy love song that celebrates the simplicity of a relationship built on shared affection and appreciation. The song uses intimate and heartfelt language to describe the emotions of the singer towards their partner, highlighting the little things that make them happy and content. In the first verse, the singer expresses their deep affection for their partner, appreciating how they never make them cry and always make them smile. The chorus of the song emphasizes the singer's admiration for their partner, who makes them feel loved and respected without even trying. The second verse of the song touches on the positive words and affirmations that their partner says to them, praising their partner for always saying the right things to make them feel good.
The song is a simple and joyful ode to love, but it has a deep emotional resonance that speaks to the universal feelings of affection and longing that we all experience in relationships. The lyrics are heartfelt and authentic, capturing the genuine emotion and spirit of the singer's love. The song suggests that true love is not about grand gestures or material possessions, but rather about the simple and genuine connection shared between two people who genuinely care for each other.
Line by Line Meaning
I like you
Expressing affection towards the person being addressed
you don't make my cry
You never make me sad or upset
you always make me smile
You consistently bring joy and happiness to my life
you slide across the MoMa
You move gracefully and elegantly, like an art exhibit in the Museum of Modern Art
we dance into a coma
We are having so much fun dancing that it feels like we could dance forever, even to the point of exhaustion
I like you
Reinforcing the singer's fondness for the person being addressed
and I don't even have to
The singer doesn't have to work hard to like the person, it's a natural feeling
I don't know what it is
The artist is unsure of what causes their strong feelings for the person being addressed
you just say all the right things
The person being addressed always knows the right words to say in any situation
about you
Referring back to the person being addressed, acknowledging their uniqueness
you kiss me hello
The person being addressed greets the singer affectionately with a kiss
you never make me toast
The person being addressed doesn't make breakfast for the artist, indicating a humorous and lighthearted observation
you're taking such a long time
The person being addressed is taking a long time doing something that the singer doesn't mind waiting for
I'm having such a nice time
The singer is thoroughly enjoying the current moment and doesn't want it to end
I like you
Continuing to express fondness for the person being addressed
and I'd like to stay up all night
The artist wants to spend more time with the person and doesn't want the night to end
with you
Referring back to the person being addressed, acknowledging they are the reason why the artist wants to stay up all night
Contributed by Micah E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
nattoppet
not only is she unbelievably beautiful, but so is their music. i love them, this has got to be one of my favorite songs.
vivatron 13
this band makes me smile. they're refreshing and cool! kinda like this generation's version of velvet underground.
theotherdani
I'm happy I just discovered these guys. Love it.
vicky flores
Found this cd in a thrift store..<3 I love it
Amanda Rodriguez
Aww this song is so sweet, popped into my brain here in 2022 randomly and I’m glad it did. Made me happy to revisit it ❤
krissy tina
i absolutley LOVE this song. omg the lyrics are so simple but so amazing
downinahole193
i LOVE this song. after my last relationship or whatever it was, the content of this song is what i strive for.
ArtLOVEsU
"I like" it!!!!!!!!!!! beautiful!
Bany Adam
love this song
Elise March
this is probably the cheesiest most incredibly amazing song. Fucking love it.