The Teddy Bear's Picnic
Michael Feinstein Lyrics
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You're sure of a big surprise
If you go down in the woods today
You better go in disguise
For every bear that ever there was there
Will gather there for certain because
Today is the day the teddy bears have their picnic
Is sure of a treat today
There's lots of marvelous things to eat
And wonderful games to play
Beneath the trees where nobody sees
They'll hide and seek as long as they please
'Cause that's the way the teddy bears have their picnic
If you go down in the woods today
You better not go alone
It's lovely down in the woods today
But safer to stay at home
For every bear that ever there was there
Will gather there for certain because
Today is the day the teddy bears have their picnic
Picnic time for teddy bears
The little teddy bears are having a lovely time today
Watch them catch them unawares
And see them picnic on their holiday
See them gaily gadabout
They love to play and shout, they never have any cares
At six o'clock their mommies and daddies will take them home to bed
Beause they're tired little teddy bears
Picnic time for teddy bears
The little teddy bears are having a lovely time today
Watch them catch them unawares
And see them picnic on their holiday
See them gaily gadabout
They love to play and shout, they never have any cares
At six o'clock their mommies and daddies will take them home to bed
Beause they're tired little teddy bears
The song "The Teddy Bear's Picnic" by Michael Feinstein is a playful and whimsical tune that recounts a magical and mysterious gathering in the woods. The song invites listeners to join in on a mysterious and secret event, the annual picnic of teddy bears. The beginning of the song sets the tone for the rest of the story with a warning of the surprise that awaits those who venture into the woods. The lyrics suggest that the bears have orchestrated this event for some time, and it is a ritual of sorts for the bears. The picnic is a time for celebration, with feasting, games and other playful activities. The bears are portrayed as innocent creatures who are living freely in the woods, with no worries or cares.
The song can be interpreted as a metaphor for a child's imagination and his/her need for freedom and playfulness. The bears represent the child's desire for playful exploration and imagination, while the woods represent a world of endless possibilities. The idea that the bears have their own secret and magical world serves as an invitation to children listening to the song, to imagine their own magical lands.
Line by Line Meaning
If you go down in the woods today
If you venture into the forest today
You're sure of a big surprise
You will be amazed by what you find
If you go down in the woods today
If you visit the woods
You better go in disguise
It's best to conceal yourself
For every bear that ever there was there
Every bear that exists will be there
Will gather there for certain because
They will congregate without question
Today is the day the teddy bears have their picnic
Today is the day when the teddy bears picnic
For every teddy bear who's been good
Each teddy bear that has behaved properly
Is sure of a treat today
Will receive a special reward today
There's lots of marvelous things to eat
There are many delicious things to consume
And wonderful games to play
As well as fun pastimes to engage in
Beneath the trees where nobody sees
Under the trees out of sight
They'll hide and seek as long as they please
They will play hide and seek for as long as they desire
'Cause that's the way the teddy bears have their picnic
Because that is how they conduct their picnic
You better not go alone
It's not advisable to be by yourself
It's lovely down in the woods today
The forest is pleasantly charming today
But safer to stay at home
However, it is more secure to remain in your abode
Picnic time for teddy bears
It is time for the teddy bears' picnic
The little teddy bears are having a lovely time today
The small teddy bears are enjoying themselves today
Watch them catch them unawares
Observe them surprise each other
And see them picnic on their holiday
And view the teddy bears relaxing on their day off
See them gaily gadabout
Notice them happily wandering about
They love to play and shout, they never have any cares
They enjoy being noisy and playful, without any worries
At six o'clock their mommies and daddies will take them home to bed
At six o'clock, their parents will put them to bed
Beause they're tired little teddy bears
Because these teddy bears are exhausted
Picnic time for teddy bears
It is time for the teddy bears' picnic
The little teddy bears are having a lovely time today
The small teddy bears are enjoying themselves today
Watch them catch them unawares
Observe them surprise each other
And see them picnic on their holiday
And view the teddy bears relaxing on their day off
See them gaily gadabout
Notice them happily wandering about
They love to play and shout, they never have any cares
They enjoy being noisy and playful, without any worries
At six o'clock their mommies and daddies will take them home to bed
At six o'clock, their parents will put them to bed
Beause they're tired little teddy bears
Because these teddy bears are exhausted
Writer(s): JIMMY KENNEDY, JOHN W. BRATTON
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