Over the Rainbow
Gardot Melody Lyrics
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There's a land that I heard of, once in a lullaby
Somewhere over the rainbow, skies are blue
And the dreams that you dare to dream
Really do come true
Someday I'll wish upon a star
And wake up where the clouds are far behind me
Away above the chimney tops
That's where you'll find me
Somewhere over the rainbow, bluebirds fly
Birds fly over the rainbow, why then, oh, why can't I?
If happy little bluebirds fly beyond the rainbow
Why, oh, why can't I?
In Melody Gardot's rendition of the classic song "Over the Rainbow," she sings of a place that only exists in her dreams, somewhere over the rainbow, where the skies are blue and troubles simply melt away. She dreams of a world where she can be free from her worries and live without the fear that plagues her in reality. The lyrics "Someday I'll wish upon a star / And wake up where the clouds are far behind me" suggest that she is looking for a way to escape from her current circumstances and find a place where she can be truly happy.
The second verse takes the listener to this dream world, where everything is idyllic and carefree. The troubles of the world are replaced by vibrant colors and whimsical imagery, such as lemon drops and chimney tops. This verse implies that the dream world is an escape from the harsh realities of life, a place where the mind can wander unencumbered by the stresses and worries of daily life.
The song closes with an introspective question, voiced in the line "If happy little bluebirds fly beyond the rainbow / Why, oh, why can't I?" This final questioning line speaks to a universal feeling of wanting to be free from the limitations and constraints of life. The song acknowledges the human desire to escape from the confines of the present moment and seek out a better, brighter future.
Line by Line Meaning
Somewhere over the rainbow, way up high
There exists a place beyond our reach, high up in the skies.
There's a land that I heard of, once in a lullaby
I have heard tell of a magical place where dreams and stories come to life, as if in a dream.
Somewhere over the rainbow, skies are blue
In this land of wonders, the sky is as blue and endless as a sea.
And the dreams that you dare to dream
Really do come true
The dreams you can only whisper, for fear they will never come true, come to pass beyond the rainbow.
Someday I'll wish upon a star
And wake up where the clouds are far behind me
Where troubles melt like lemon drops
Away above the chimney tops
That's where you'll find me
One day, when I wish upon a star, I will escape from my troubles and rise above them, where the world is beautiful and enchanted, and that's where I will make my home.
Somewhere over the rainbow, bluebirds fly
Birds fly over the rainbow, why then, oh, why can't I?
The bluebirds can fly so high, above the troubles of the world, but why does it seem I cannot? Why must I be grounded in reality?
If happy little bluebirds fly beyond the rainbow
Why, oh, why can't I?
If the happy little bluebirds can spread their wings and soar to the enchanted world beyond the rainbow, why is it that I cannot?
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Yip Harburg, Harold Arlen
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@alansmith2203
Not only is she one of the best jazz singers on the planet....her group of musicans are excellent in their craftsmanship. I could stay awake all night listening to them.
@dominiquesantoni9746
Merveilleuse et apaisante❤
@ThompsonChiro
So let's get this straight....not only is she singing like an angel in the most brilliant fashion, but this guy take s a cello, flips it on its side, plays it like a guitar and then, in the middle, just for fun, uses a looper and solos over top of it. Got it. Stunning talent.
@skiziskin
There is an earlier version where she plays his part on guitar.
@sevtaptincer8194
Musicians accompanying her are also superb
@renarantscomics7262
I love this woman.. this popped up on my page I had to listen, I knew she'd do something unique with it.. She's a vibe and I live for it. She's a glass of wine in your own company, radio turned up zero cares in the world. . ❤❤❤💯 IRL
@tarikberair9562
The sublime is when perfection meets simplicity.... thanks Melody for letting us in
@tarikberair9562
A voice straight from heaven. You are Divine Melody Gardot
@pascaljean1
Superbe voix, superbe interprétation et accompagnement. La façon de jouer du violoncelle comme d'une guitare est tout simplement géniale. Melody Gardot est tout simplement une sublime interprète vocale. Je vous souhaite une très très longue carrière pour continuer à nous enchanter. Merci!
@GenineM
It's just one of those songs, where no matter how sad you are with everything, it'll make you feel happy and hopeful again.