Songs That Make Sophie Fizz
Martha Tilston Lyrics


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we were the wild wild child of the street
we rollarskated everywhere
Jason and the Argonauts, with festival hair
we were taught to catch our dreams if you can
and put the babies wellies on and help them in the back of the van

oh and I remember
Sophie dancing round the room
singing 'here it comes,
here it comes,
this is the best bit of the tune'
she waves her fingers in the air
says 'doesn't it make you fizz?'
and I understand that Sophie knows
what magic is
I understand that Sophie knows
what magic is

sometimes I go back in my dreams to Bristol
you can hear Jamaican music and taste the Asian sweets
then to the adventure playground
running through the streets
we were both slow readers
we could make a bow and arrow
from the wood and flint with twine
and we cut the lawn with scissors
made sense at the time

oh and I remember
Sophie dancing round the room
singing 'here it comes,
here it comes,
this is the best bit of the tune'
she waves her fingers in the air
says 'doesn't it make you fizz?;
and I understand that Sophie knows what magic is
I understand that Sophie knows what magic is

so now she pours me a glass of pink wine
she takes the babies wellies off
and whispers to him 'bed time'
when he's sleeping she hunts through the CD pile
she says 'you've gotta hear this one, gotta hear this one'
she starts to smile
so now I'm watching Sophie dancing round the room
singing here it comes here it comes this is the best bit of the tune
she waves her fingers in the air
'doesn't it make you fizz?'
understand that Sophie knows what magic is

now I am reminded
what music is

so I get up with her,
dancing round the room
here it comes
here it comes
this is the best bit of the tune
we wave our fingers in the air
'doesn't it make you fizz'

I understand that Sophie know what magic is
you must understand that Sophie knows what magic is




though I am taller in many ways I'm smaller
then my big sis

Overall Meaning

The song "Songs That Make Sophie Fizz" by Martha Tilston is a nostalgic tribute to the childhood of the singer and her older sister, Sophie. The lyrics describe their wild and carefree life as children, roller-skating everywhere, and making bows and arrows out of wood and flint. They were taught to catch their dreams and to always help others, including putting the babies' wellies on and helping them into the back of the van.


The chorus of the song focuses on the joy and excitement of music and how it can create magical moments. Sophie is portrayed as someone who knows what magic is and is able to share it with others through her love of music. The singer reminisces about dancing with her sister to music they both love and how it reminds her of what music truly is.


Overall, the song is a heartwarming tribute to a childhood filled with adventure and music, and to the older sister who shared those experiences and taught her so much about life.


Line by Line Meaning

we were the wild wild child of the street
We were adventurous and daring kids who loved to explore the streets.


we rollarskated everywhere
We used to skate and glide around the streets, enjoying our freedom and thrill.


Jason and the Argonauts, with festival hair
We had wild and unpredictable hair, just like the heroes of the mythological tale, Jason and the Argonauts.


we were taught to catch our dreams if you can
We were instilled with the belief that we should strive to pursue our goals and aspirations.


and put the babies wellies on and help them in the back of the van
We used to help take care of the little ones, by putting on their wellington boots and assisting with their transport.


oh and I remember Sophie dancing round the room singing 'here it comes, here it comes, this is the best bit of the tune'
I recall Sophie dancing joyously to her favorite songs, eagerly anticipating the most exciting and enjoyable parts.


she waves her fingers in the air says 'doesn't it make you fizz?'
Sophie expresses her delight and enthusiasm for music, by gesturing excitedly and remarking on the electrifying vibes it creates.


and I understand that Sophie knows what magic is
I realize that Sophie has a deep appreciation and understanding of the enchanting and captivating essence of music.


sometimes I go back in my dreams to Bristol you can hear Jamaican music and taste the Asian sweets then to the adventure playground running through the streets
In my dreams, I revisit Bristol and relive the nostalgic memories of hearing lively music and savoring delectable Asian confections, before going to the fun playground and enjoying the thrill of running around outside.


we were both slow readers we could make a bow and arrow from the wood and flint with twine and we cut the lawn with scissors made sense at the time
Although we may have struggled with our reading at times, we were still creative and resourceful enough to craft weapons like a bow and arrow out of natural materials and use scissors to maintain the lawn.


so now she pours me a glass of pink wine she takes the babies wellies off and whispers to him 'bed time'
Now, Sophie pours me a drink and tends to the kids, gently helping them get ready for bed.


when he's sleeping she hunts through the CD pile she says 'you've gotta hear this one, gotta hear this one' she starts to smile
Once the child is resting, Sophie eagerly searches through her collection of CDs, excited to share her favorite songs with me, unable to contain her glee.


now I'm watching Sophie dancing round the room singing here it comes here it comes this is the best bit of the tune she waves her fingers in the air 'doesn't it make you fizz?'
Now, I observe as Sophie dances around blissfully, passionately singing along to the most enjoyable parts of her favorite tunes, inviting me to share in the elation she feels through the music.


understand that Sophie knows what magic is
I acknowledge and appreciate that Sophie has an innate ability to recognize and appreciate the mystical, enchanting nature of music.


now I am reminded what music is
Through Sophie's passion and enthusiasm for music, I am reminded of the power and importance of this art form, rekindling my love and appreciation for it.


so I get up with her dancing round the room here it comes here it comes this is the best bit of the tune we wave our fingers in the air 'doesn't it make you fizz'
Moved by her contagious energy and zeal for life, I join Sophie in dancing freely to the music, relishing in the most thrilling and exhilarating parts of the songs and expressing our love for them by gesturing joyfully.


you must understand that Sophie knows what magic is though I am taller in many ways I'm smaller then my big sis
It's imperative to recognize and appreciate Sophie's innate connection to the enchanting power of music, even though I may be older and more experienced than her in many other ways, I still look up to her for her knowledge and passion.




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