My Favorite Things
Mirusia Lyrics
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Bright copper kettles and warm woollen mittens
Brown paper packages tied up with strings
These are a few of my favorite things
Cream colored ponies and crisp apple strudels
Doorbells and sleigh bells and schnitzel with noodles
Wild geese that fly with the moon on their wings
Girls in white dresses with blue satin sashes
Snowflakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes
Silver white winters that melt into springs
These are a few of my favorite things
When the dog bites
When the bee stings
When I'm feeling sad
I simply remember my favorite things
And then I don't feel so bad
Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens
Bright copper kettles and warm woollen mittens
Brown paper packages tied up with strings
These are a few of my favorite things
Cream colored ponies and crisp apple strudels
Doorbells and sleigh bells and schnitzel with noodles
Wild geese that fly with the moon on their wings
These are a few of my favorite things.
Girls in white dresses with blue satin sashes
Snowflakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes
Silver white winters that melt into springs
These are a few of my favorite things
When the dog bites
When the bee stings
When I'm feeling sad
I simply remember my favorite things
And then I don't feel so bad
The lyrics of "My Favorite Things" by Mirusia describe a collection of small and simple pleasures in life that provide comfort and happiness during difficult times. The first verse lists some of these favorite things, such as raindrops on roses, whiskers on kittens, copper kettles, and woollen mittens. The second verse includes cream-colored ponies, apple strudels, doorbells, sleigh bells, schnitzel with noodles, and wild geese flying during the moonlit nights. The third verse highlights beautiful imagery like snowflakes staying on eyelashes and silver-white winters transforming into springs, along with girls wearing white dresses with blue satin sashes. Additionally, the chorus states that when the dog bites, or the bee stings or when feeling sad, one can simply remember their favorite things, and then they will no longer feel bad.
The lyrics can be interpreted in numerous ways, but the most common interpretation is that it is a joyful ode to finding joy in the simplest pleasures in life. It shows that happy moments can be found in the little things, which can provide solace during difficult times. The song is a reminder to keep a positive outlook and cherish the small things as they come.
Line by Line Meaning
Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens
I find joy in simple pleasures, like the sight of raindrops on roses and the feel of whiskers on kittens.
Bright copper kettles and warm woollen mittens
The warmth and comfort of a good cup of tea from a bright copper kettle, and the cozy feeling of wrapping my hands in warm woollen mittens are some of my favorite things.
Brown paper packages tied up with strings
The excitement of receiving a gift in a simple brown paper package with a string tied around it is one of my favorite things.
These are a few of my favorite things
All of the things mentioned are special to me and bring me happiness.
Cream colored ponies and crisp apple strudels
The beautiful sight of cream colored ponies and the delicious taste of crisp apple strudels are some of my favorite things.
Doorbells and sleigh bells and schnitzel with noodles
The sound of a doorbell or a sleigh bell, and the taste of schnitzel with noodles are some of my favorite things.
Wild geese that fly with the moon on their wings
The sight of wild geese flying with the moon in the background is one of my favorite things.
Girls in white dresses with blue satin sashes
The elegance of girls wearing white dresses with blue satin sashes is one of my favorite things.
Snowflakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes
The beauty of snowflakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes is one of my favorite things.
Silver white winters that melt into springs
The transition from a cold and snowy silver white winter to a vibrant spring is one of my favorite things.
When the dog bites
When something painful or unfortunate happens, like getting bitten by a dog,
When the bee stings
Or getting stung by a bee,
When I'm feeling sad
Or when I'm feeling down,
I simply remember my favorite things
I try to recall all of my favorite things
And then I don't feel so bad
And this helps me feel better and less sad.
Contributed by Sadie A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Ann
on Look for Me in Rainbows
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