Let There Be Love
Nat "King" Cole & George Shearing Quintet Lyrics
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Let there be oysters under the sea
Let there be wind and occasional rain
Chilli con carne and sparkling champagne
Let there be birds to sing in the trees
Someone to bless me, whenever I sneeze
Let there be cuckoos, a lark and a dove
Let there be cuckoos, a lark and a dove
But first of all please, let there be love
Umm, love, ooh, love, let there be love
The lyrics of Nat "King" Cole & George Shearing Quintet's song "Let There Be Love" convey a sense of joy and appreciation for life's simple pleasures. The first two lines "Let there be you, let there be me" suggest the importance of companionship and a strong bond between two individuals. These lines establish the foundation for what the rest of the song explores.
The next few lines, "let there be oysters under the sea, let there be wind and occasional rain, chilli con carne and sparkling champagne" describe some of the finer things in life, along with some of the challenges that come with life. The song acknowledges that life is not always perfect, but it is through these challenges that we can appreciate the good things even more.
The following lines, "let there be birds to sing in the trees, someone to bless me, whenever I sneeze, let there be cuckoos, a lark and a dove" suggest the importance of nature and community. They express the idea that we are all connected and have a need for the natural world and for others to share our lives with. Finally, the song concludes, "but first of all please, let there be love," emphasizing the importance of love as the foundation for all of the good things in life.
Overall, "Let There Be Love" is a song that encourages listeners to appreciate and celebrate the beauty of life and the relationships we have with others. It suggests that we can find joy and contentment in the small things that make life worth living, and that love is the key to this happiness.
Line by Line Meaning
Let there be you, let there be me
May we exist together and be united in mutual love.
Let there be oysters under the sea
May this world be full of exotic and wondrous things, like oysters lying deep beneath the sea.
Let there be wind and occasional rain
May natural forces bring their gentle touch and character to our world.
Chilli con carne and sparkling champagne
May there be exquisite flavors and luxurious indulgences that delight the senses.
Let there be birds to sing in the trees
May our world be filled with the sounds of beautiful creatures that bring joy to our hearts.
Someone to bless me, whenever I sneeze
May there always be someone in my life who will offer me love and care, even in small ways.
Let there be cuckoos, a lark and a dove
May the birds of the sky bring their sweet songs and lovely presence to our world.
But first of all please, let there be love
Above all else, may this world be filled with kindness, compassion, and the powerful force of love.
Let there be cuckoos, a lark and a dove
May the birds of the sky bring their sweet songs and lovely presence to our world.
But first of all please, let there be love
Above all else, may this world be filled with kindness, compassion, and the powerful force of love.
Umm, love, ooh, love, let there be love
The beauty and significance of love cannot be overstated. May it abound and flourish in all things.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JOEL SHAPIRO
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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"Let There Be Love"
Let there be you,
Let there be me.
Let there be oysters
Under the sea.
Let there be wind,
An occasional rain.
Chile con carne,
Sparkling champagne
Let there be birds
To sing in the trees,
Someone to bless me
Whenever I sneeze.
Let there be cuckoos,
A lark and a dove,
But first of all, please
Let there be love.
[Interlude]
Let there be cuckoos,
A lark and a dove,
But first of all, please
Let there be love...
Hmmm umm...love
Hmmm umm...love
Let there be love.
@hiramyawicks1287
Love this with Shearing at the piano
@Socrates5210
60 years. Damn.
@Ceeby
My Parents played every Sunday while Mum was cooking. I'll never forget it. I love it. 🎶🎶🎶
@VeronicaHernandez-yp9jh
Que hermoso!!! Viva el amor!! Greetings from 🇲🇽
@bobcharles2683
Perfection.
@greglee2634
Had this album during my last 3 years of college. With extreme insomnia, I used this album to fall asleep at night.
@MyJerseybean
I love all Nat King Coles work , his voice was unique , but this partnership with Goerge Shearing is so special - Let There be Love is a superb song that with the piano playing and orchestra just ' Floats , its Superb. Love It .
@thegardener4395
How cool is that intro before Nat starts to sing. Does it for me.
@autumnleaves2766
What a great pairing. Just superb. The velvety voice of Nat King Cole and the elegant playing of George Shearing.
@althejazz
As well as being a great singer Nat Cole was also a great pianist too. It would have been the icing on the cake to have these two playing piano together.