Baubles Bangles and Beads
Frank Sinatra & Antonio Carlos Jobim (1967) Lyrics
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Baubles, bangles, bright shiny beads
Sparkles, spangles, your heart will sing, singa-linga
Wearin' baubles, bangles and beads
She glitter and gleam so
Make somebody dream so
That some day I may buy her a ring, ringa-linga
Wearin' baubles, bangles, and beads
She should glitter and gleam so
Make somebody dream so
That some day, some day I may buy her a ring, ringa-linga
I have heard that's where it leads
Wearin' baubles, bangles, and beads
All those noisy bangles, and beads
In Frank Sinatra's "Baubles Bangles And Beads," the singer reflects on the beauty and allure of jewelry and their impact on love and relationships. The first two lines of the chorus, "Baubles, bangles, hear how they jing, jinga-linga / Baubles, bangles, bright shiny beads," describe the sound and appearance of the jewelry with admiration. The lyrics suggest that the wearer of such jewelry is captivating and enchanting, causing the hearts of those around them to sing with joy.
The song then takes a romantic turn, as Sinatra sings about a woman he desires to be with. He imagines that if he can buy her a ring someday, it will be a sign of his love and commitment to her. The lyric "She glitter and gleam so / Make somebody dream so" shows how the woman's beauty and jewelry intensify his subconscious desire for her. The final lines, "All those noisy bangles, and beads / Wearin' baubles, bangles, and beads," repeat the chorus with a sense of finality and closure.
Overall, "Baubles Bangles And Beads" is a song that celebrates the beauty and allure of jewelry, while also exploring how it can impact the emotions and desires of a person in love.
Line by Line Meaning
Baubles, bangles, hear how they jing, jinga-linga
Look at these small trinkets, hear how they clink and chime
Baubles, bangles, bright shiny beads
These little decorations and colorful sparkly gems
Sparkles, spangles, your heart will sing, singa-linga
The shine and glimmer will make your heart feel happy and light
Wearin' baubles, bangles and beads
Adorned with these little trinkets and gems
She glitter and gleam so
She looks so bright and shimmering
Make somebody dream so
Makes someone think about her and fantasize
That some day I may buy her a ring, ringa-linga
To the point that one day I might even buy her a ring
I've heard that's where it leads
I've been told this is the natural progression
Wearin' baubles, bangles, and beads
With all these trinkets and gems adorning her
Lyrics © DistroKid, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: GEORGE CHET FORREST, ROBERT WRIGHT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Brandon-hn4yg
My friends asked me to pull this song up. We’re about to go on a boating trip. I’m so excited!
@drpete0616
Don't go below to look at the mahogany
@rohamtavakkoli7562
Its like you're a bruddah to them...
@alexfilosa3668
You probably won't even hear it when it happens
@doorswhofan
This was a year ago, so, whatever happened there.
@HortenseMueller
@Matt Peterson very good advice
@ptp2965
This song has been stuck in my head since hearing it on sopranos
@charlesschirripa
Bossa Baby! Tom Jobim anda the Boss made an album
@luisdelafuente5184
Same
@acedecade75
Take a seat Puss...