Minipop Kids is the rebirth of the Mini*Pops franchise from the 80's.
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K-tel first launched the original Mini*Pops in the early 1980s. The popular albums featured talented children singing the pop hits of the 80′s including classics such as Cruel Summer, Video Killed The Radio Star and Rock This Town.

In 2004, these new Minipop Kids have now returned featuring all new kids and all new songs. This new ‘crop’ of stars-in-waiting. All MPK albums are sung exclusively by the kids, for kids of all ages. The albums are recorded and produced in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. The Minipop Kids to date have released 13 full length albums + a Christmas album.

With lyrics getting more graphic in nature, each song is hand picked, and edited to make sure they are kid appropriate. Now parents can rest easy, and know that their kids are listening and having fun to kid friendly music!

MiniPop Kids continues a successful tradition of entertaining and celebrating kids just being kids with its ‘family friendly Minipop style.’ Packed with high positive energy, the Mini Pop Kids brand is about encouraging and empowering kids to be confident and shoot for their dreams with versions of current pop songs that the entire family can enjoy. It’s music for kids to sing along with, get on their dance moves and just have fun with their friends. Featuring the Mini Pop Kids performers (MPKs), all age 10-14 and from all over Canada, recorded and produced in Canada as well.

K-Tel’s Mini Pop Kids can be found top of the iTunes, and Amazon charts. Mini Pop Kids can be found at music retailers in Canada including Wal-Mart. It can also be purchased at the Mini Pop Kids website: http://www.minipopkids.com

Cups
Minipop Kids Lyrics

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I've got my ticket for the long way 'round
Two bottle whiskey for the way
And I sure would like some sweet company
And I'm leaving tomorrow. What d'you say?

When I'm gone, when I'm gone
You're gonna miss me when I'm gone
You're gonna miss me by my hair

You're gonna miss me everywhere, oh
You're gonna miss me when I'm gone

When I'm gone, when I'm gone
You're gonna miss me when I'm gone
You're gonna miss me by my walk
You're gonna miss me by my talk, oh
You're gonna miss me when I'm gone

I've got my ticket for the long way 'round
The one with the prettiest of views
It's got mountains, it's got rivers
It's got sights to give you shivers
But it sure would be prettier with you

When I'm gone, when I'm gone
You're gonna miss me when I'm gone
You're gonna miss me by my walk
You're gonna miss me by my talk, oh
You're gonna miss me when I'm gone

When I'm gone, when I'm gone
You're gonna miss me when I'm gone
You're gonna miss me by my hair
You're gonna miss me everywhere, oh
You're sure gonna miss me when I'm gone

When I'm gone, when I'm gone
You're gonna miss me when I'm gone
You're gonna miss me by my walk

You're gonna miss me by my talk, oh
You're gonna miss me when I'm gone

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Minipop Kids' song "Cups" are about leaving someone behind to embark on a journey or adventure. The singer has their "ticket for the long way 'round" and "two bottle[s] whiskey for the way," but they long for some "sweet company" as they set out. The singer is leaving tomorrow and wants to know if the person they're addressing wants to come along. The chorus insists that the person will miss the singer when they're gone, citing physical characteristics like their hair, walk, and talk.

The singer's journey is described as having the "prettiest of views" with "mountains" and "rivers" that will give the person shivers. Despite this beauty, the singer wishes that the person they're addressing could join them, making the journey even prettier.

The song emphasizes the emotional weight of leaving someone behind for an adventure. The singer knows that the person will miss them and highlights certain physical attributes as a reminder of their presence. The chorus is repeated frequently, emphasizing the impact of the singer's absence.

Line by Line Meaning

I've got my ticket for the long way 'round
I have obtained my ticket for a long, winding journey

Two bottle whiskey for the way
I have secured two bottles of whiskey for the trip

And I sure would like some sweet company
I would appreciate it if I had pleasant company on my journey

And I'm leaving tomorrow. What d'you say?
I will depart tomorrow. Would you like to come with me?

When I'm gone, when I'm gone
After I have left, after I have left

You're gonna miss me when I'm gone
You will feel my absence when I am no longer here

You're gonna miss me by my hair
You will feel my absence by my distinctive hairstyle

You're gonna miss me everywhere, oh
You will feel my absence in every aspect

You're gonna miss me when I'm gone
You will feel my absence when I am no longer here

When I'm gone, when I'm gone
After I have left, after I have left

You're gonna miss me when I'm gone
You will feel my absence when I am no longer here

You're gonna miss me by my walk
You will feel my absence by the way I carry myself

You're gonna miss me by my talk, oh
You will feel my absence by my unique way of speaking

You're gonna miss me when I'm gone
You will feel my absence when I am no longer here

I've got my ticket for the long way 'round
I have obtained my ticket for a long, winding journey

The one with the prettiest of views
The route I am taking has the most beautiful scenery

It's got mountains, it's got rivers
The journey includes various majestic natural features

It's got sights to give you shivers
The scenery is so breathtaking, it will give you goosebumps

But it sure would be prettier with you
However, the journey would be even more attractive if you were to accompany me