Glow Worm
Mercer Johnny Lyrics
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Shine little glow-worm, glimmer, glimmer
Lead us lest too far we wander
Love's sweet voice is calling yonder
Shine little glow-worm, glimmer, glimmer
Hey, there don't get dimmer
Light the path below, above
And lead us on to love!
Glow little glow-worm, fly of fire
Glow like an incandescent wire
Glow for the female of the species
Turn on the AC and the DC
This night could use a little brightnin'
Light up you little ol' bug of lightnin'
When you gotta glow, you gotta glow
Glow little glow-worm, glow
Glow little glow-worm, glow and glimmer
Swim through the sea of night, little swimmer
Thou aeronautical boll weevil
Illuminate yon woods primeval
See how the shadows deep and darken
You and your chick should get to sparkin'
I got a gal that I love so
Glow little glow-worm, glow
Glow little glow-worm, turn the key on
You are equipped with taillight neon
You got a cute vest-pocket Mazda
Which you can make both slow and fazda
I don't know who you took a shine to
Or who you're out to make a sign to
I got a gal that I love so
Glow little glow-worm, glow
Put on a show worm
Glow little glow-worm, glow
The song "Glow Worm" by Mercer Johnny is a playful and whimsical tune about a glow-worm that provides light to a couple in search of love. The glowing worm is asked to shine and lead a path for the couple as they navigate through the darkness. The chorus repeats the request for the worm to continue glowing, while also recognizing the beauty and importance of love.
The lyrics are infused with playful rhymes and puns, with references to AC/DC and Mazda cars. The overall tone of the song is lighthearted and joyful, evoking a feeling of innocence and nostalgia. The use of a glow-worm as a symbol of hope and guidance adds to the whimsical nature of the song, making it a unique and entertaining piece.
Overall, "Glow Worm" is a cleverly written and fun song that celebrates the joy and beauty of love. With its catchy melody and playful lyrics, it has become a beloved classic that continues to be enjoyed by audiences today.
Line by Line Meaning
Shine little glow-worm, glimmer,
Please shine brightly, tiny insect, and illuminate our path
Lead us lest too far we wander
Lead us in the right direction so we don't get lost
Love's sweet voice is calling yonder
We hear the call of love and are following it
Hey, there don't get dimmer,
Don't lose your brightness or intensity
Light the path below, above
Illuminate the ground and sky around us
And lead us on to love!
Guide us towards love and happiness
Glow, little glow-worm, fly of fire,
Shine brightly, little insect that looks like a flying flame
Glow like an incandescent wire,
Shine as brightly as a glowing wire
Glow for the female of the specie,
Shine to impress the opposite sex
Turn on the A-C and the D-C;
Shine with alternating and direct current to vary brightness
This night could use a little brightnin',
The night is dark and needs some illumination
Light up, you li'l ol' bug of lightnin',
Shine brighter, little bug that looks like lightning
When you gotta glow, you gotta glow,
When it's time to shine, don't hold back
Glow little glow-worm, glow
Shine brightly, little glow-worm
Glow, little glow-worm, glow and glimmer,
Shine brightly and shimmer, little insect
Swim through the sea of night, little swimmer,
Travel through the darkness like a little swimming creature
Thou aer-o-nau-tic-al boll weevil,
You are a flying beetle that can navigate through the air
Il-lu-mi-nate yon woods primeval;
Illuminate the ancient forest over there
See how the shadows deep and darken,
Notice how shadows become darker and deeper
You and your chick should get to sparkin',
You and your partner should start a romantic relationship
I got a gal that I love so,
I have a woman that I love
Glow little glow-worm glow.
Please continue to shine brightly, little glow-worm
Little glow-worm, turn the key on,
Little insect, turn on the light switch
You are equipped with tail light neon;
You have neon lights on your tail
You got a cute vest-pocket Mazda
You are small like a Mazda car that fits in a pocket
Which you can make both slow or 'Fazda';
You can shine brightly or dimly like a Mazda car (punning on 'fast/slow')
I don't know who you took a shine to,
I don't know who you are interested in impressing
Or who you're out to make a sign to,
I don't know who you are trying to communicate with
I got a gal that I love so,
I have a woman that I love
Glow, little glow-worm, glow.
Please continue to shine, little glow-worm
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