Funny Face
Fred and Adele Astaire Lyrics
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Self-appraisal often makes me sad
And if I add your funny face appeals to me
Please don't think I've suddenly gone mad
You've got all the qualities of Peter Pan
I'd look far before I'd find a sweeter pan
Your sunny, funny face
Though you're a cutie
With more than beauty
You've got a lot of
Personal-I-ty for me
You fill the air with smiles
For miles and miles and miles
Though you're no Mona Lisa
For world's I'd not replace
Your sunny-- funny face
I love your funny face
Your sunny-- funny face
You're not exotic
But so hypnotic
You're much-- too much
If you can cook
The way you look
I'd swim the ocean wide
Just to have you by my side
Though you're no Queen of Sheeba
For world's I'd not replace
Your sunny-- funny face.
The lyrics to the song 'Funny Face' by Fred and Adele Astaire are a testament to the importance of having a good sense of humor and a fun-loving attitude. The first verse of the song talks about the singer being impressed with the modesty of the person he is talking to, as self-appraisal often makes him sad. However, he also mentions that the person's funny face appeals to him, which he clarifies by saying that he has not suddenly gone mad.
The second verse of the song is a comparison between the person's qualities and those of Peter Pan, who is known for being playful and never growing up. The singer implies that he would look far before finding someone as sweet as the person he is talking to.
The chorus of the song is a declaration of love for the person's funny face and personality. The singer says that even though the person is not a classic beauty like the Mona Lisa or the Queen of Sheeba, he would not replace their sunny and funny face for anything in the world.
Overall, the song praises the importance of having a sense of humor and a happy attitude in life. It encourages people to not take themselves too seriously and to embrace their unique personalities.
Line by Line Meaning
Frankly Dear, your modesty reveals to me
Honestly, your humble attitude allows me to see your true character
Self-appraisal often makes me sad
When people boast about themselves, it usually upsets me
And if I add your funny face appeals to me
But I must admit, your sense of humor and unique appearance are very attractive to me
Please don't think I've suddenly gone mad
Don't be alarmed, it's not insane for me to be drawn to you
You've got all the qualities of Peter Pan
You possess the childlike charm and adventurous spirit of the fictional character Peter Pan
I'd look far before I'd find a sweeter pan
It would be difficult for me to find someone as charming and endearing as you
I love your funny face
I genuinely adore your sense of humor and peculiar looks
Your sunny, funny face
Your cheerful and amusing appearance brings me joy
Though you're a cutie
Even though you are cute, there is much more to you than just your looks
With more than beauty
Your inner qualities overshadow your physical appearance
You've got a lot of personal-I-ty for me
Your unique personality is very appealing to me
You fill the air with smiles
Being around you is infectious and makes everyone happy
For miles and miles and miles
Your positive energy and cheerful demeanor brighten up the whole space
Though you're no Mona Lisa
You may not be a classic beauty like the famed portrait, but I don't mind
For world's I'd not replace
I wouldn't trade you for anything in the world
Your sunny-- funny face
Your radiance and humor are what make you stand out to me
You're not exotic
You may not be considered exotic or rare to others, but that's not important to me
But so hypnotic
Your charm and charisma are almost mesmerizing to me
You're much-- too much
You are a lot to handle, but in the best way possible
If you can cook the way you look
If your cooking skills match your looks, I would be willing to travel long distances for it
I'd swim the ocean wide
I would do anything just to be able to be with you
Just to have you by my side
Having you close to me is more important than anything
Though you're no Queen of Sheeba
Even though you may not be considered royalty, you are special to me
Your sunny-- funny face.
Your personality and appearance are what make you truly unique and important to me
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: GEORGE GERSHWIN, IRA GERSHWIN
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