Berlin, who was Jewish, was one of the few Tin Pan Alley/Broadway songwriters who wrote both lyrics and music for his songs. Although he never learned to read music beyond a rudimentary level, he composed over 3,000 songs. Many of his songs, including "God Bless America", "White Christmas", "Alexander's Ragtime Band", and "There's No Business Like Show Business," left an indelible mark on American music and culture. He produced 17 film scores and 21 Broadway scores, in addition to his individual songs.
Annie Get Your Gun: I got the sun in the morning
Irving Berlin Lyrics
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Taking stock of what I have and what I haven't
What do I find?
The things I got will keep me satisfied
Checking up on what I have and what I haven't
What do I find?
A healthy balance on the credit side
[1st refrain:]
Got no diamond, got no pearl
Still I think I'm a lucky girl
I got the sun in the morning and the moon at night
Got no mansion, got no yacht
Still I'm happy with what I've got
I got the sun in the morning and the moon at night
Sunshine gives me a lovely day
Moonlight gives me the Milky Way
Got no checkbooks, got no banks
Still I'd like to express my thanks
I got the sun in the morning and the moon at night
And with the sun in the morning
And the moon in the evening
I'm all right
[2nd refrain:]
Got no butler, got no maid
Still I think I've been overpaid
I got the sun in the morning and the moon at night
-I got the sun in the morning and the moon at night
Got no silver, got no gold
What I got can't be bought or sold
I got the sun in the morning and the moon at night
-I got the sun in the morning and the moon at night
Sunshine gives me a lovely day
Moonlight gives me the Milky Way
Got no heirlooms for my kin
Made no will but when I cash in
I leave the sun in the morning and the moon at night
And with the sun in the morning
And the moon in the evening they're all right
[3rd refrain:]
Got no mansion, got no yacht
Still I'm happy with what I've got
I got the sun in the morning and the moon at night
Got no silver, got no gold
What I got can't be bought or sold
I got the sun in the morning and the moon at night
Sunshine gives me a lovely day
Moonlight gives me the Milky Way
Got no checkbooks, got no banks
Still I'd like to express my thanks
I got the sun in the morning and the moon at night
And with the sun in the morning
And the moon in the evening
I'm all right
"I've Got the Sun in the Morning" is a song written for the musical Annie Get Your Gun by Irving Berlin, which tells the story of sharpshooter Annie Oakley. The song is a celebration of life's simple pleasures and the gratitude for the things one has in life. The lyrics suggest that true happiness doesn't come from material possessions, but from the beauty of nature and the love of others.
The first verse introduces the idea that the singer is taking stock of what they have and haven't got in life. In the following refrains, the singer expresses gratitude for what they have, including the sun in the morning, the moon at night, and the beauty of nature. They acknowledge that they have no material wealth, but they still feel lucky and overpaid because they have the simple things in life that bring them joy.
The lyrics are a celebration of the treasures of life, and the message is clear: true happiness is not about material wealth, but about being grateful for what we have. The song reminds us to appreciate the simple things in life and find beauty in the world around us.
Line by Line Meaning
Taking stock of what I have and what I haven't
Reviewing my possessions and those I do not have
What do I find?
Upon reflection, what do I realize?
The things I got will keep me satisfied
The items I possess are adequate
A healthy balance on the credit side
Financially, I have a positive net worth
Got no diamond, got no pearl
I lack jewelry and precious gemstones
Still I think I'm a lucky girl
Despite the lack of material possessions, I feel fortunate
I got the sun in the morning and the moon at night
Yet I have the beautiful skies as a natural gift
Got no mansion, got no yacht
I do not own a large or luxurious dwelling or vessel
Still I'm happy with what I've got
Regardless, I am content with my possessions
Sunshine gives me a lovely day
The sun brightens my day
Moonlight gives me the Milky Way
At night, the moon illuminates the beautiful night sky
Got no checkbooks, got no banks
I do not possess bank accounts or written forms of payment
Still I'd like to express my thanks
Nonetheless, I am grateful for what I have
And with the sun in the morning
Starting each day with beauty
And the moon in the evening
Ending each day with splendor
I'm all right
I am content and happy
Got no butler, got no maid
I do not have domestic servants
Still I think I've been overpaid
Despite this, I feel unfairly blessed
Got no silver, got no gold
I own no precious metals
What I got can't be bought or sold
Yet, what I have is invaluable
Got no heirlooms for my kin
I cannot pass on family heirlooms
Made no will but when I cash in
I have no set plans for the end of my life
I leave the sun in the morning and the moon at night
But I will still be leaving behind the natural beauty of the earth
And with the sun in the morning
Beginning the day with optimism
And the moon in the evening they're all right
Ending the day with satisfaction
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Irving Berlin
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Mary Fornabaio
A great song to hold in my heart
K. Friedricks
This video is very nicely produced, thank you!
Vanessa Begley
Taking stock of what I have and what I haven't
What do I find? The things I got will keep me satisfied
Checking up on what I have and what I haven't
What do I find? A healthy balance on the credit side
Got no diamonds, got no pearls
Still I think I'm a lucky girl
I've got the sun in the morning and the moon at night
Got no mansion, got no yacht
Still I'm happy with what I've got
I've got the sun in the morning and the moon at night
Sunshine gives me a lovely day
Moonlight gives me the Milky Way
Got no cheque books, got no banks
Still I'd like to express my thanks
I've got the sun in the morning and the moon at night
And with the sun in the morning and the moon in the evening
I'm all right
De-doo-doo-doo-doo-doo-doo-doo-doo-doo-doo-doo
De-doo-doo-doo-doo-doo-doo-doo-doo-doo-doo-doo
Sunshine gives me a lovely day
Moonlight gives me the Milky Way
Got no cheque books, got no banks
Still I'd like to express my thanks
I've got the sun in the morning and the moon at night
And with the sun in the morning, moon in the evening
I'm doing all right
Doing all right
Doing all right
I'm doing all right
ripe tomato
Sing it Ethel!!!
K. Friedricks
With all the pops and crackles, it sounds just like my copy!
Aileen
Never heard this song before
Marian Jean
Watched a lot of old movies especially musicals (went to see some live performances at the Hershey Theatre and other local places in Pennsylvania) and since I am related to Dolly Parton and other musicians down in TN, I am a music enthusiast. My grandfather liked all genres of music as well, but he sang and played good ole mountain music and was a well known local musician in the Gatlinburg area. My Dad was from Hershey, PA, and thanks to Mr. Hershey, he was also exposed to a lot of different genres. He would often go to Hersheypark when the Bandshell was there as well as other places within the park, and the Hershey Ballroom where they often had big bands plus Broadway musicals and movies at the Hershey Theatre. The funny thing is, my Mom loved the popular, swing, and jazz singers and my Dad ended up liking the country musicians and rock 'n roll singers which included Doo-Wop which he sang on the street corners in Harrisburg. They both agreed on Roy Rogers and the Sons of the Pioneers. We also had music appreciation classes at school in Hershey and studied musicals. The high school always performed a play or a musical play each year. This song was from Annie Get Your Gun-- a musical about Annie Oakley and her romance with Frank Butler. They both were marksmen or sharpshooters in Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show. They had a romance going on back then.
Lulu Bear Gaming
0:40 - leaving this here for me lol
Michael Lohr
Isn´t that just the most terrible rendition you can imagine?