Butterfly
Lisa Loeb & Elizabeth Mitchell Lyrics


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Butterfly, close your eyes, butterfly
Fold your wings
Dream sweet dreams, butterfly.
When you feel the sun warm on your face again
You will fly
Spread your wings
Butterfly.
Butterfly, close your eyes, butterfly
Fold your wings
Beautiful things, butterfly.
When you feel the sun warm on your face again
You will fly




Spread your wings, beautiful things
Butterfly

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Lisa Loeb & Elizabeth Mitchell's "Butterfly" are a sweet and gentle lullaby that encourages its listeners to dream sweet dreams and have hope for the future. The repetition of the opening verse "Butterfly, close your eyes, butterfly, fold your wings," helps to establish a peaceful and calming rhythm, while the transitions to the chorus offer a sense of hope and renewal. The chorus "When you feel the sun warm on your face again, you will fly, spread your wings, butterfly" encourages listeners to be patient and wait for brighter days.


Overall, the song is a comforting reminder that even when things are tough or uncertain, there is beauty and hope to be found.


Line by Line Meaning

Butterfly, close your eyes, butterfly
Oh butterfly, it's time for you to rest and close your eyes.


Fold your wings
Please fold your beautiful wings and get some rest.


Dream sweet dreams, butterfly.
Sleep peacefully and have the sweetest dreams, little butterfly.


When you feel the sun warm on your face again
Whenever the sun comes back and warms your face,


You will fly
You'll be able to fly high and free again.


Spread your wings
Extend your glorious wings and soar through the sky.


Butterfly
Dear butterfly


Beautiful things, butterfly.
You're a beautiful creature, little butterfly.




Lyrics © REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: LISA A. LOEB

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