My Favorite Things
Julie Andrews/Charmian Carr/Heather Menzies/Nicholas Hammond/Duane Chase/Angela Cartwright/Debbie Tu Lyrics
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And whiskers on kittens
Bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens
Brown paper packages tied up with strings
These are a few of my favorite things
Cream-colored ponies and crisp apple strudels
Doorbells and sleigh bells
Wild geese that fly with the moon on their wings
These are a few of my favorite things
Girls in white dresses with blue satin sashes
Snowflakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes
Silver-white winters that melt into springs
These are a few of my favorite things
When the dog bites
When the bee stings
When I'm feeling sad
I simply remember my favorite things
And then I don't feel so bad
Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens
Bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens
Brown paper packages tied up with strings
These are a few of my favorite things
Cream-colored ponies and crisp apple strudels
Doorbells and sleigh bells and schnitzel with noodles
Wild geese that fly with the moon on their wings
These are a few of my favorite things
Girls in white dresses with blue satin sashes
Snowflakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes
Silver white winters that melt into springs
These are a few of my favorite things
When the dog bites
When the bee stings
When I'm feeling sad
I simply remember my favorite things
And then I don't feel so bad
The lyrics of Julie Andrews’ song, “My Favorite Things” expresses the idea of finding comfort and joy in everyday objects and experiences, especially when faced with challenging times. The song is known for its catchy tune and optimistic message, which has made it a beloved classic.
The first verse mentions “Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens”, which are simple yet charming things that can easily brighten up one’s day. The second verse adds Cream-colored ponies and crisp apple strudels, Doorbells and sleigh bells, and schnitzel with noodles to the list, which are linked to fond memories of family gatherings or festive holidays. In the third verse, the imagery of Girls in white dresses with blue satin sashes, Snowflakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes, and Silver-white winters that melt into springs evoke a sense of nostalgia and beauty.
The refrain, “When the dog bites, When the bee stings, When I’m feeling sad, I simply remember my favorite things, and then I don’t feel so bad”, provides a message of resilience and mental strength. It suggests that even in difficult situations, one can find solace and happiness by focusing on the positive aspects of life. Overall, the song highlights the value of gratitude and mindfulness, which can help individuals cultivate a more positive outlook on life.
Line by Line Meaning
Raindrops on roses
I appreciate the beauty of raindrops falling on roses and find it to be one of my favorite things.
And whiskers on kittens
The sight of cute kittens with their little whiskers brings me joy and is one of my favorite things.
Bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens
I enjoy the warmth and comfort of bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens and they are one of my favorite things.
Brown paper packages tied up with strings
The sight of brown paper packages tied up with strings is simple yet charming and is one of my favorite things.
These are a few of my favorite things
I have shared a few of my favorite things so far and there are more to come.
Cream-colored ponies and crisp apple strudels
I adore cream-colored ponies as well as the smell and taste of crisp apple strudels and they are some of my favorite things.
Doorbells and sleigh bells and schnitzel with noodles
The sounds of doorbells and sleigh bells are nostalgic to me and I also enjoy the taste of schnitzel with noodles, making them some of my favorite things.
Wild geese that fly with the moon on their wings
I find the sight of wild geese flying with the moon on their wings to be stunning and it is one of my favorite things.
Girls in white dresses with blue satin sashes
I appreciate the elegance and beauty of girls wearing white dresses with blue satin sashes and it is one of my favorite things.
Snowflakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes
I find it delightful when snowflakes stay on my nose and eyelashes, making it one of my favorite things.
Silver white winters that melt into springs
I enjoy the transition from cold and icy winters to the freshness of spring, making this season change one of my favorite things.
When the dog bites
When life is difficult and a dog bites, it can be painful and uncomfortable.
When the bee stings
When a bee stings, it can be painful and cause discomfort.
When I'm feeling sad
There are times when I feel sad, which can be difficult to cope with.
I simply remember my favorite things
When I am feeling sad or upset, I focus on thinking about my favorite things to help me feel better.
And then I don't feel so bad
Thinking about my favorite things helps to lift my mood and make me feel better about the situation.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Richard Rodgers, Oscar Hammerstein II
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Lyrics:
Raindrops on roses
And whiskers on kittens
Bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens
Brown paper packages tied up with strings
These are a few of my favorite things
Cream-colored ponies and crisp apple strudels
Doorbells and sleigh bells
And schnitzel with noodles
Wild geese that fly with the moon on their wings
These are a few of my favorite things
Girls in white dresses with blue satin sashes
Snowflakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes
Silver-white winters that melt into springs
These are a few of my favorite things
When the dog bites
When the bee stings
When I'm feeling sad
I simply remember my favorite things
And then I don't feel so bad
Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens
Bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens
Brown paper packages tied up with strings
These are a few of my favorite things
Cream-colored ponies and crisp apple strudels
Doorbells and sleigh bells and schnitzel with noodles
Wild geese that fly with the moon on their wings
These are a few of my favorite things
Girls in white dresses with blue satin sashes
Snowflakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes
Silver white winters that melt into springs
These are a few of my favorite things
When the dog bites
When the bee stings
When I'm feeling sad
I simply remember my favorite things
And then I don't feel so bad
ウソ悠木碧
Raindrops on roses
And whiskers on kittens
Bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens
Brown paper packages tied up with strings
These are a few of my favorite things
Cream-colored ponies and crisp apple strudels
Doorbells and sleigh bells
And schnitzel with noodles
Wild geese that fly with the moon on their wings
These are a few of my favorite things
Girls in white dresses with blue satin sashes
Snowflakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes
Silver-white winters that melt into springs
These are a few of my favorite things
When the dog bites
When the bee stings
When I'm feeling sad
I simply remember my favorite things
And then I don't feel so bad
Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens
Bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens
Brown paper packages tied up with strings
These are a few of my favorite things
Cream-colored ponies and crisp apple strudels
Doorbells and sleigh bells and schnitzel with noodles
Wild geese that fly with the moon on their wings
These are a few of my favorite things
Girls in white dresses with blue satin sashes
Snowflakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes
Silver white winters that melt into springs
These are a few of my favorite things
When the dog bites
When the bee stings
When I'm feeling sad
I simply remember my favorite things
And then I don't feel so bad
Rich
Want to know my favorite things?
Raindrops on roses
And whiskers on kittens
Bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens
Brown paper packages tied up with strings
These are a few of my favorite things
Cream-colored ponies and crisp apple strudels
Doorbells and sleigh bells
And schnitzel with noodles
Wild geese that fly with the moon on their wings
These are a few of my favorite things
Girls in white dresses with blue satin sashes
Snowflakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes
Silver-white winters that melt into springs
These are a few of my favorite things
When the dog bites
When the bee stings
When I'm feeling sad
I simply remember my favorite things
And then I don't feel so bad.
And...
TELEGRAM!
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Sword fights
Tuxedos
And blue ribbon sashes
Steven
Revolution
And Girls with sunglasses
Pink hair
And shiny lips rings
These are a few of my favorite things
When the fight's lost
And when the gem's poofed
When i'm feeling sad
I simply remember my favorite things
And then i don't feel
So bad
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bach baroque
I can't imagine anyone but Julie Andrews playing the role of Maria. She is so fantastic .... and what a voice to sing all that great music!
insidan
this song is probably one of the greatest songs i've heard in my life. means so much to me.
John Smith
insidan Yes, It's Very Lovely :)
Box
Amazing indeed
Modoc Valley 18 Productions
insidan finally a comments without something about Ariana jk
Made Pudja
It is amazing film and the youngest one should be about 60 years old. They should be greatfull for they were the luxky people making a never faded story and chearfull siruation.
Firstname LastName
This song is from the 60s and I swear its got the sickest beat I ever heard, That rythmn is so perfect and addicting you could sing almost any lyrics and make it sound badass. This movie was really a great tribute to how amazing music is and they did a lot of music research to make the songs for this movie. We actually learned about it in my music theory class. When she starts singing it literally gives me chills her voice is F*CKING INCREDIBLE.
LaceeLasers
This really is an amazing movie. I always used to watch it when I was a little girl. I still know this song off by heart and sing it to myself sometimes. I'm gonna use it as a lullaby for my future kids :)
Cris C
I used to sing Edelweiss to my daughter when I was pregnant. Years later, she was like 7. One evening i started singing it to her. She immediately burst into tears, telling me how happy this song made her feel....
Endémica
@Cris C oh Edelweis is a beautiful song too, I love it 😍