Jolly Holiday
Orchestra - Mary Poppins Lyrics

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Ain't it a glorious day?
Right as a mornin' in May
I feel like I could fly
'Ave you ever seen
The grass so green?
Or a bluer sky?

Oh, it's a jolly holiday

With Mary
Mary makes your 'eart so light
When the day is gray
And ordinary
Mary makes the sun shine bright!

Oh 'appiness is bloomin'
All around 'er
The daffoldils are smilin'
At the dove
When Mary 'olds your 'and
You feel so grand
Your 'eart starts beatin'
Like a big brass band
Oh, it's a jolly holiday with Mary
No wonder that it's Mary that we love!

Now then what'd be nice
We'll start with raspberry ice
And then some cakes and tea
Order what you will
There'll be no bill
It's complimentary

Oh, it's a jolly holiday
With you, Bert
Gentlemen like you are few
Though your just a diamond
In the rough, Bert
Underneath your blood is blue!

You'd never think of pressing
Your advantage
For bearance is the hallmark
Of your creed
A lady needn't fear
When you are near
Your sweet gentility is crystal clear!

Oh, it's a jolly holiday with you, Bert
A jolly, jolly holiday with you!

Overall Meaning

The song "Jolly Holiday" from the musical film Mary Poppins is a lively tribute to joyous moments and the companionship between the titular Mary Poppins and Bert the chimney sweep. The song celebrates the beauty of the day and how Mary Poppins always makes everything seem brighter, even on an ordinary day. The lyrics convey a sense of lightness and wonder as Mary and Bert skip, dance, and sing their way through a jolly holiday in the park.

Throughout the song, Mary is portrayed as someone who embodies happiness, spreading her infectious energy to those around her, and making everything seem much brighter. The lyrics are filled with imagery that symbolizes the joy that Mary brings, like the "daffodils" smiling at the sight of her, or the "big brass band" in one's heart that begins to play when she takes their hand.

The second half of the song focuses on the interaction between Mary and Bert. The two characters' playful banter throughout the song highlights the comfortable and mutual understanding they have with each other. The delightful raspberry ice, cakes, and tea that they share add another layer of whimsy that mirrors the carefree atmosphere of their shared escape from everyday life.

Overall, "Jolly Holiday" is an ode to the simple pleasures of life and the rejuvenating power of spending time with those who bring joy into one's world.

Line by Line Meaning

Ain't it a glorious day?
Isn't it a wonderful day?

Right as a mornin' in May
As perfect as a beautiful morning in May

I feel like I could fly
I feel incredibly happy and carefree

'Ave you ever seen The grass so green? Or a bluer sky?
Have you ever witnessed such vibrant green grass or such clear blue sky?

Oh, it's a jolly holiday With Mary Mary makes your 'eart so light When the day is gray And ordinary Mary makes the sun shine bright!
An enjoyable day is spent with Mary, who brightens one's mood, especially when the day is dull and ordinary

Oh 'appiness is bloomin' All around 'er The daffolds are smilin' At the dove When Mary 'olds your 'and You feel so grand Your 'eart starts beatin' Like a big brass band Oh, it's a jolly holiday with Mary No wonder that it's Mary that we love!
Mary brings happiness wherever she goes. Even nature seems joyful in her presence, and being in her company makes one feel so grand and joyful as if one's heart is beating like a big brass band. It's no wonder that everyone loves Mary.

Now then what'd be nice We'll start with raspberry ice And then some cakes and tea Order what you will There'll be no bill It's complimentary
Let's start with some raspberry ice and then have some cakes and tea. Order whatever you like, and there will be no charge. It's all free.

Oh, it's a jolly holiday With you, Bert Gentlemen like you are few Though your just a diamond In the rough, Bert Underneath your blood is blue!
Spending time with Bert is also just as enjoyable as Mary. Bert is a rare gentleman, although he might not always appear to be one. But underneath his rough exterior, he has the qualities of a refined person.

You'd never think of pressing Your advantage Forbearance is the hallmark Of your creed A lady needn't fear When you are near Your sweet gentility is crystal clear!
Bert would never take advantage of a lady or use his position to push his own interest. He is known for his forbearance, and a woman can feel safe whenever she is around him. His gentle nature is always evident.

Oh, it's a jolly holiday with you, Bert A jolly, jolly holiday with you!
It's a happy day spent with Bert, and it's a joy to be with him.

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