Feeling Good
LIVING ROOM - Nina Simone Lyrics
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Sun in the sky, you know how I feel
Breeze driftin' on by, you know how I feel
It's a new dawn
It's a new day
It's a new life for me, yeah
It's a new day
It's a new life for me, ooh
And I'm feeling good
Fish in the sea, you know how I feel
River running free, you know how I feel
Blossom on the tree, you know how I feel
It's a new dawn
It's a new day
It's a new life for me
And I'm feeling good
Dragonfly out in the sun you know what I mean, don't you know?
Butterflies all havin' fun, you know what I mean
Sleep in peace when day is done, that's what I mean
And this old world, is a new world
And a bold world for me, yeah-yeah
Stars when you shine, you know how I feel
Scent of the pine, you know how I feel
Oh, freedom is mine
And I know how I feel
It's a new dawn
It's a new day
It's a new life for me
I'm feeling good
Nina Simone's Feeling Good is a song about optimism and newfound joy. The song begins with the singer using nature imagery to describe her positive emotions. The birds flying high and the sun in the sky create a serene and uplifting atmosphere, further heightened by the breeze drifting on by. She feels rejuvenated and inspired by the beauty of nature around her.
The chorus of the song, "It's a new dawn, it's a new day, it's a new life for me," repeats itself, emphasizing the idea of rebirth and starting afresh. The singer feels like she has been given a new lease on life, and is ready to embrace the future with all its possibilities.
In the second verse, the imagery continues with references to fish in the sea, rivers running free, and blossom on the tree. The natural world reflects the sense of freedom and expansion of possibilities. The dragonfly out in the sun and the butterflies having fun are symbolic of playfulness and joyousness. The final line in the verse is "And this old world is a new world, and a bold world for me," signifying that the singer's perception of the world has changed, and she sees it as full of opportunities and boldness.
The chorus repeats one last time, with the final lines being "oh, freedom is mine, and I know how I feel," empowering the singer and expressing a sense of individual liberty and self-confidence.
Line by Line Meaning
Birds flying high, you know how I feel
I am likening myself to the freedom and soaring of birds flying high in the sky.
Sun in the sky, you know how I feel
I am likening the brightness and warmth of the sun to feeling positive and happy.
Breeze driftin' on by, you know how I feel
I am likening the passing of a gentle breese on a nice day to experiencing a blissful feeling.
It's a new dawn
I am declaring the start of a new day and new beginnings with renewed hope.
It's a new day
I am declaring the start of a new day and new beginnings with renewed hope.
It's a new life for me, yeah
I am declaring the start of my new, positive outlook and fresh start in life.
Fish in the sea, you know how I feel
I am likening the abundance of fish in the sea to the abundance of possibilities I have in life.
River running free, you know how I feel
I am likening the flow of a river to feeling free and unencumbered by life's obstacles.
Blossom on the tree, you know how I feel
I am likening the blooming of a tree's blossom to the potential for personal growth and renewal.
Dragonfly out in the sun you know what I mean, don't you know?
I am giving an example of something that is experiencing joy and freedom in order to further emphasize the good feelings I am experiencing.
Butterflies all havin' fun, you know what I mean
I am giving another example of something that is experiencing joy and freedom in order to further emphasize the good feelings I am experiencing.
Sleep in peace when day is done, that's what I mean
I am looking forward to a time of restful peace and satisfaction after a day of hard work.
And this old world, is a new world
I am seeing the world with fresh eyes and renewed appreciation for its beauty.
And a bold world for me, yeah-yeah
I am declaring my enthusiasm and readiness for the challenges the world has to offer.
Stars when you shine, you know how I feel
I am likening the shining of stars in the sky to feeling awe-inspiring beauty and wonder.
Scent of the pine, you know how I feel
I am likening the freshness and clarity of the scent of pine to feeling rejuvenated and uplifted.
Oh, freedom is mine
I am declaring my personal sense of freedom and liberation that I am currently experiencing.
And I know how I feel
I am asserting my certainty and confidence in my current, positive emotional state.
It's a new dawn
I am declaring the start of a new day and new beginnings with renewed hope.
It's a new day
I am declaring the start of a new day and new beginnings with renewed hope.
It's a new life for me
I am declaring the start of my new, positive outlook and fresh start in life.
I'm feeling good
I am summarizing my positive and uplifting emotional state by reaffirming that I am feeling good.
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Written by: Leslie Bricusse, Anthony Newley
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