Love And Happiness
Knopfler Mark & Harris Emmylou Lyrics


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Here's a wishing well
Here's a penny for
Any thought it is
That makes you smile
Every diamond dream
Everything that brings
Love and happiness
To your life

Here's a rabbit's food
Take it when you go
So you'll always know
You're safe from harm
Wear your ruby shoes
When you're far away
So you'll always stay
Home in your heart

You will always have a lucky star
That shines because of what you are
Even in the deepest dark
Because your aim is true
And if I could only have one wish
Darling, then I would be this
Love and happiness for you

Here's a spinning wheel
Use it once you've learned
There's a way to turn
The straw to gold
Here's a rosary
Count on every bead
With a prayer to keep
The hope you hold

You will always have a lucky star
That shines because of what you are
Even in the deepest dark
Because your aim is true
And if I could only have one wish
Darling, then it would be this
Love and happiness fot you
And if I could only have one wish




Darling, then it would be this
Love and happiness for you

Overall Meaning

The song "Love and Happiness" is a duet by Mark Knopfler and Emmylou Harris which was released in 2006. The song is a gorgeous and uplifting tune highlighting the idea of wishing good things for someone important in your life. The lyrics are centered around a wishing well and a collection of simple, symbolic items to bring love, luck, and happiness. The opening lines "Here's a wishing well, here's a penny for any thought it is that makes you smile" set the tone for a hopeful and optimistic song.


The second verse includes a rabbit's foot for good luck and ruby shoes to keep someone grounded and connected to their home. The song emphasizes the idea of the lucky star shining because of who the person is, and emphasizing the importance of staying true to oneself. Additionally, the song mentions a spinning wheel to turn straw to gold, which is a reference to the fairytale "Rumpelstiltskin" where a young girl is given a spinning wheel by a magical creature to turn straw into gold.


Overall, "Love and Happiness" is a song about wishing the best possible life for someone special, using simple and symbolic items to illustrate the power of positive wishes and the importance of staying true to oneself.


Line by Line Meaning

Here's a wishing well
I'm offering you a magical place to make your wishes come true.


Here's a penny for
I'm giving you a small token to make your wish with.


Any thought it is
Whatever it is that brings you joy and makes you smile.


That makes you smile
Something that brings happiness to your life.


Every diamond dream
All the precious and worthwhile things that you hope for.


Everything that brings
Anything that brings light and joy into your life.


Love and happiness
The ultimate goal that we all strive for in our lives.


To your life
Aspirations that will make your life better in every way.


Here's a rabbit's food
I'm providing you with sustenance as you go along your journey.


Take it when you go
Take it along with you, wherever you go.


So you'll always know
So that you're always prepared and safe.


You're safe from harm
So that you're always secure and protected from harm.


Wear your ruby shoes
Keep something with you as a constant reminder that you are always welcome back home.


When you're far away
When you are distant from that which brings you joy.


So you'll always stay
So that you always remember your roots and where you come from.


Home in your heart
So that you always have a sense of belonging and comfort.


You will always have a lucky star
You have an innate sense of destiny that will bring you success.


That shines because of what you are
Your unique talents and abilities shine bright and are valuable.


Even in the deepest dark
Even in the most difficult of times.


Because your aim is true
Because your intentions are pure and good.


And if I could only have one wish
If I could have only one thing for you.


Darling, then I would be this
It would be love and happiness.


Love and happiness for you
The ultimate goal and aspiration for your life.


Here's a spinning wheel
I'm offering you a tool to help turn your troubles into something valuable and meaningful.


Use it once you've learned
Once you've gained wisdom and experience, make use of this gift.


There's a way to turn
There is always a way to turn things around and make them better.


The straw to gold
Turn difficult situations into something valuable and rewarding.


Here's a rosary
A symbol of faith and belief in hope and goodness.


Count on every bead
Use it as a tool to keep your focus and your mind centered on what is most important.


With a prayer to keep
Use it to offer up your hopes and dreams to a higher power.


The hope you hold
The faith and optimism you hold inside.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Emmylou Harris, Kimmie Rhodes

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@dand4692

Here's a wishing well, here's a penny for
Any thought it is that makes you smile
Every diamond dream, everything that brings
Love and happiness to your life
Here's a rabbit's foot, take it when you go
So, you'll always know you're safe from harm
Wear your ruby shoes when you're far away
So, you'll always stay home in your heart
You will always have a lucky star
That shines because of what you are
Even in the deepest dark because your aim is true
And if I could only have one wish, darlin' then
It would be this, love and happiness for you
Here's a spinning wheel, use it once you've learned
There's a way to turn the straw to gold
Here's a rosary, count on every bead
With a prayer to keep the hope you hold
You will always have a lucky star
That shines because of what you are
Even in the deepest dark because your aim is true
And if I could only have one wish, darlin' then
It would be this, love and happiness for you
And if I could only have one wish, darlin' then
It would be this, love and happiness for you



All comments from YouTube:

@hupotasso4705

I love that instead of giving a wedding toast, last week, Eugene Levy (of Schitt’s Creek fame) and his wife sang this duet together for their daughter and son-in-law at their daughter’s wedding.

@jamberstone1

Omg thank you for sharing that 💖 💗 💕 💓 ❤️ 💜

@rosemarymurphy9241

This beautiful song performed by the two legends Mark Knopfler and Emmylou Harris.The voices dovetail superbly. Absolute gold standard.

@danielpdoyle5741

Simply divine, two really talented artist. Love Emmy Lou and her music. I've been collecting her music for almost 50 years and never tire of it. Daniel D

@jonathanstimes8487

When I danced with my daughter at her wedding 10 years ago, it was to this wonderful song. Pure gold.

@davidparnell1893

A guitar strap upon your shoulder...a silver halo of hair as you grow older...your angel's voice I hear so bolder...your warming thoughts to hold me over...A Gibson guitar and words so true...God bless Emmylou...

@Susan1Minnie

Oh, David Parnell, what perfect wording for the world’s little singbird, Emmylou!

@patriciaweiss4446

Your comment is exquisite poetry

@lindalafferty1846

"And if I could only have one wish, darlin' then it would be this, love and happiness for you." A beautiful song and an even more beautiful gift I received from an old friend. Thank you!

@ItsWaldo

Thanks Linda...glad you liked it  :-)

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