Seven Years
Norah Jones Lyrics


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Spinning, laughing, dancing to
Her favorite song
A little girl with nothing wrong
Is all alone

Eyes wide open
Always hoping for the sun
And she'll sing her song to anyone
That comes along

Fragile as a leaf in autumn
Just fallin' to the ground
Without a sound

Crooked little smile on her face
Tells a tale of grace
That's all her own

Fragile as a leaf in autumn
Just fallin' to the ground
Without a sound

Spinning, laughing, dancing to her
Favorite song
Well, she's a little girl with nothing wrong
And she's all alone





A little girl with nothing wrong
And she's all alone

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of the Norah Jones song "Seven Years" describe a young girl who is carefree for the moment but is essentially lonely. The girl seems to be lost in her own world, singing and dancing to her favorite song, surrounded by people, yet alone. As the song progresses, we learn that the girl is fragile and vulnerable like a leaf falling to the ground, and her crooked smile is a symbol of the grace she possesses, even in the face of hardship.


The song speaks to the human desire for connection and highlights the loneliness that sometimes accompanies us despite being surrounded by others. Through her lyrics, Norah Jones captures the innocence, beauty, and grace of the little girl who is lost in her thoughts but still hopeful for the future. She presents a poignant and moving portrayal of loneliness, one that resonates with many people.


Line by Line Meaning

Spinning, laughing, dancing to her favorite song
The little girl is happy and carefree, enjoying her favorite song with pure joy.


A little girl with nothing wrong, is all alone
Although the little girl is innocent and pure, she is alone without anyone to share her happiness with.


Eyes wide open, always hoping for the sun
The girl is optimistic and hopeful, always looking for the good in life.


And she'll sing her song to anyone that comes along
The little girl is not shy and openly shares her joy and positivity with anyone who crosses her path.


Fragile as a leaf in autumn, just fallin' to the ground without a sound
Despite her cheerful demeanor, the little girl is vulnerable and can easily be hurt.


Crooked little smile on her face tells a tale of grace that's all her own
The girl's unique smile represents her individuality and grace in a world that can be tough.


Spinning, laughing, dancing to her favorite song, well she's a little girl with nothing wrong and she's all alone
Despite being happy and carefree, the girl still feels lonely and isolated with no one to share her enjoyment with.


A little girl with nothing wrong and she's all alone
The little girl is innocent, good-natured, and pure, yet finds herself alone in a world that can be harsh.




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Written by: Lee Alexander

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Anonymous


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Down by the Riverside - Noah Wall - Lyrics

I’m gonna lay down my heavy load,
Down by the riverside,
Oh yeah
Down by the riverside, down by the riverside
I’m gonna lay down my heavy load,
Down by the riverside,
I’m gonna study war no more
I ain’t a gonna study war no more,
I ain’t a gonna study war no more
I ain’t a gonna study war no more,
No I ain’t a gonna study war no more
I ain’t a gonna study war no more,
I ain’t a gonna study war no more

I’m gonna put on my long white robe,
Down by the riverside
Oh yeah
Down by the riverside, down by the riverside
I’m gonna put on my long white robe,
Down by the riverside
I’m gonna study war no more
I ain’t a gonna study war no more,
I ain’t a gonna study war no more
I ain’t a gonna study war no more,
I ain’t a gonna study war no more
I ain’t a gonna study war no more,
I ain’t a gonna study war no more

Musical Interlude


Well, I’m gonna lay down my sword and shield,
Down by the riverside
Down by the riverside, down by the riverside
I’m gonna lay down my sword and shield,
Down by the riverside
I’m gonna study war no more
I ain’t a gonna study war no more,
I ain’t a gonna study war no more
I ain’t a gonna study war no more,
I ain’t a gonna study war no more
I ain’t a gonna study war no more,

Anonymous


on The Nearness of You

The Nearness Of You - Camille Thurman -Lyrics

Its not the pale moon that excites me
That thrills and delights me, oh no
Its just the nearness of you

It isn't your sweet conversation
That brings this sensation, oh no
Its just the nearness of you

When you're in my arms
And I feel you so close to me
All my wildest dreams do come true

I need no soft lights to enchant me
If you'll only grant me
The right to hold you ever so tight
And to feel in the night
The nearness of you

Saxophone Musical Interlude

I need no soft lights to enchant me
If you'll only grant me
The right to hold you ever so tight
And to feel in the night
The nearness, the nearness of you

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