Top Of The World
Guy Dagul/Brad Dechter/Jack Smalley/Bobby Muzingo/Daniel A. Cardin Lyrics
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There is wonder in 'most every thing I see
Not a cloud in the sky, got the sun in my eyes
And I won't be surprised if it's a dream
Everything I want the world to be
Is now comin' true especially for me
And the reason is clear, it's because you are here
I'm on the top of the world lookin' down on creation
And the only explanation I can find
Is the love that I've found ever since you've been around
Your love's put me at the top of the world
Somethin' in the wind has learned my name
And it's tellin' me that things are not the same
In the leaves on the trees and the touch of the breeze
There's a pleasin' sense of happiness for me
There is only one wish on my mind
When this day is through I hope that I will find
That tomorrow will be just the same for you and me
All I need will be mine if you are here
I'm on the top of the world lookin' down on creation
And the only explanation I can find
Is the love that I've found ever since you've been around
Your love's put me at the top of the world
I'm on the top of the world lookin' down on creation
And the only explanation I can find
Is the love that I've found ever since you've been around
Your love's put me at the top of the world
"Top of the World" is a song about the feeling of being on top of the world, which comes from being in love with someone. The lyrics describe the joyous feeling of being in love, of seeing the world with clear eyes, and of feeling like everything is possible. The singer compares the feeling to being on top of the world, looking down on everything below.
The song begins with a description of how the singer is feeling and how the world around them seems to be responding to that feeling. The sky is clear, the sun is shining, and everything is wonderful. The singer credits this feeling to the fact that their love is nearby, and describes it as the nearest thing to heaven they have ever seen.
The chorus of the song repeats the idea that the singer is on top of the world because of this love, and that they can't find any other explanation for it. The second verse adds to the idea by describing how the singer feels like their name is being called by the wind and that everything around them seems to be in harmony. The last line, "All I need will be mine if you are here," brings the focus back to the love that is at the center of the feeling.
Overall, "Top of the World" is a song that celebrates the joy of love and the feeling of being on top of the world that comes with it.
Line by Line Meaning
Such a feelin's comin' over me
I am overwhelmed with a specific emotion
There is wonder in 'most every thing I see
Everything around me fills me with awe and amazement
Not a cloud in the sky, got the sun in my eyes
The sky is clear, and the sun is shining brightly
And I won't be surprised if it's a dream
I am in disbelief that this moment could be real
Everything I want the world to be
My ideal world is coming to fruition
Is now comin' true especially for me
I am experiencing my perfect world firsthand
And the reason is clear, it's because you are here
The presence of the person I love is responsible for my happiness
You're the nearest thing to heaven that I've seen
The person I love is the closest thing to paradise I have witnessed
I'm on the top of the world lookin' down on creation
I feel triumphant and as if I can conquer anything
And the only explanation I can find
The only reason that makes sense to me
Is the love that I've found ever since you've been around
My love for this person is responsible for my sense of accomplishment
Your love's put me at the top of the world
The love returned to me by my partner has made me feel on top of the world
Somethin' in the wind has learned my name
I feel that something intangible is drawing attention to me
And it's tellin' me that things are not the same
The presence of this unknown force indicates that a significant change is occurring
In the leaves on the trees and the touch of the breeze
The wind and natural surroundings carry a newfound sense of joy for me
There's a pleasin' sense of happiness for me
I am experiencing a deep, satisfying level of happiness
There is only one wish on my mind
I have one overriding desire
When this day is through I hope that I will find
My hope is to continue experiencing this wonderful sensation
That tomorrow will be just the same for you and me
I want tomorrow to be as perfect as today for both of us
All I need will be mine if you are here
The presence of my love is all I need to feel complete and satisfied
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: John Bettis, Richard Lynn Carpenter
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@sunflower21127
Shawn performed this song with all of his heart and u can feel it
@lorissacarrasco
He sure did
@sarina7767
He always does.. Thats one of the reasons why we (I) love him so much!
@phillipnathan8578
Ikr
@phillipnathan8578
@@sarina7767 same
@phillipnathan8578
Love the movie almost as much as I love his music and art
@LondonTigers-wh1qm
I just saw the film, and I loved it. When the scene came when Lyle sang this song, I cried at the scene, because it was beautiful and Shawn did a wonderful job singing this song. You can feel the emotion in the scene and in the song as well.
@natalielaski6700
Just saw this film and I loved it! Best movie I’ve seen in awhile
@Silverbelle
the scene where victor becomes lyle's lover was my favorite, gay pride <3
@andreaweber2100
Best movie