Twinkle Twinkle Little Star
John St. John Lyrics
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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
The lyrics of John St. John's "Twinkle Twinkle Little Star" capture the innocent curiosity and wonder of a child gazing up at the stars. The singer is captivated by the star's beauty and mystery, as they wonder about its true nature and origin. The star's brilliance is compared to that of a diamond, highlighting its preciousness and rarity.
The second stanza of the song repeats the first, emphasizing the singer's fascination and desire to understand the star's essence. The final line of both stanzas serves as the central refrain, emphasizing the singer's ongoing wonder and admiration towards the star. The lyrics embody a sense of childlike awe and curiosity towards the natural world, inspiring listeners to embrace their own sense of wonder and curiosity about the universe.
Line by Line Meaning
Twinkle, twinkle little star
Shine brightly, small celestial object
How I wonder what you are
I am curious about your nature and composition
Up above the world so high
Located high in the sky, above everything else
Like a diamond in the sky
Radiant and precious, shining brilliantly
Twinkle, twinkle little star
Shine brightly, small celestial object
How I wonder what you are
I am curious about your nature and composition
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Traditional
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