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My Funny Valentine
Humberto Ramirez Lyrics
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Sweet comic valentine
You make me smile with my heart
Your looks are laughable
Unphotographable
Yet your my favorite work of art
Is your figure less than Greek?
When you open it to speak
Are you smart?
But don't change your hair for me
Not if you care for me
Stay, little Valentine, stay
Each day is Valentine's
Stay Valentine
Each day is Valentine, my Valentine
Each day is Valentine's day
The song "My Funny Valentine" by Humberto Ramirez is a beautiful and heartfelt tribute to a loved one who may not fit society's typical standards of beauty. The lyrics describe the subject of the song as a "sweet comic valentine" who is able to make the singer smile with their heart. The person's looks are noted as being "laughable" and "unphotographable," yet they are the singer's favorite work of art.
The lyrics then question whether the person's physical appearance is typical, asking if their figure is less than Greek or if their mouth is weak. However, the emphasis is not on these superficial traits, but on whether the person is smart and able to engage in meaningful conversation. The singer then asserts that they do not want the person to change for them, and encourages them to stay as they are. The song ends with the affirmation that each day with the person is like Valentine's Day.
Line by Line Meaning
My funny valentine
My amusing and entertaining, yet endearing and cherished love
Sweet comic valentine
My delightful and funny lover
You make me smile with my heart
You bring me joy that is deep and heartfelt
Your looks are laughable
Your physical appearance is humorous and charming
Unphotographable
Unable to be captured in a photograph due to your unique beauty
Yet your my favorite work of art
Despite your unconventional appearance, I adore you as my most beloved masterpiece
Is your figure less than Greek?
Is your body not the idealized physique of ancient Greek art?
Is your mouth a little weak?
Do you struggle to express yourself or lack confidence when speaking?
When you open it to speak
When you do find the courage to share your thoughts
Are you smart?
Do you possess intelligence and wit?
But don't change your hair for me
I do not want you to alter your appearance to please me
Not if you care for me
If you genuinely love me, do not make such a sacrifice
Stay, little Valentine, stay
Please remain with me, my beloved Valentine
Each day is Valentine's
Every day feels like Valentine's Day when I am with you
Stay Valentine
Please stay with me, my Valentine
Each day is Valentine, my Valentine
Every day we spend together feels like a celebration of love
Each day is Valentine's day
Every day we share is full of love and romance
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Lorenz Hart, Richard Rodgers
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