Twinkle Twinkle Little Star
Gracie Lou Lyrics
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Twinkle, twinkle little star
How I wonder what you are
Up above the world so high
Like a diamond in the sky
Twinkle, twinkle little star
How I wonder what you are
Twinkle, twinkle little star
Up above the world so high
Like a diamond in the sky
Twinkle, twinkle little star
How I wonder what you are
The lyrics of Gracie Lou's song "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star" are a simplistic, yet beautiful ode to the wonder and awe inspired by the nighttime sky. The song begins with the singer marveling at the starry expanse above them, wondering what these celestial objects could possibly be. These celestial objects are likened to diamonds in the sky, sparkling and shining amongst the darkness.
Line by Line Meaning
Twinkle, twinkle little star
Oh, little star, how you shine so bright!
How I wonder what you are
I am curious about your true nature and essence.
Up above the world so high
You are situated way beyond this world, high up in the sky.
Like a diamond in the sky
You shine like a precious gem, bright and beautiful against the dark sky.
Twinkle, twinkle little star
Oh, little star, how you continue to shine!
How I wonder what you are
My fascination with your true nature and essence persists.
Twinkle, twinkle little star
Oh, little star, how you twinkle and sparkle!
How I wonder what you are
I cannot help but keep wondering about your true nature and essence.
Up above the world so high
You remain positioned high up in the sky, beyond our reach.
Like a diamond in the sky
Your shining presence remains a spectacle, a rare gem to behold.
Twinkle, twinkle little star
You continue to twinkle and shine, and we are in awe.
How I wonder what you are
The mystery behind your existence piques my curiosity, and I keep wondering.
Writer(s): Traditional
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