Puff The Magic Dragon
Peter Paul and Mary Lyrics
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Performer:Peter, Paul & Mary
Composer :Peter Yarrow
Lyricist :Leonard Lipton
Puff the magic dragon lived by the sea
And frolicked in the autumn mist in a land called honalee
And brought him strings and sealing wax and other fancy stuff oh
Puff the magic dragon lived by the sea
And frolicked in the autumn mist in a land called honalee
Puff the magic dragon lived by the sea
And frolicked in the autumn mist in a land called honalee
Together they would travel on a boat with billowed sail
Jackie kept a lookout perched on puff's gigantic tail
Noble kings and princes would bow whene'er they came
Pirate ships would lower their flags when puff roared out his name oh
Puff the magic dragon lived by the sea
And frolicked in the autumn mist in a land called honalee
Puff the magic dragon lived by the sea
And frolicked in the autumn mist in a land called honalee
A dragon lives forever but not so little boys
Painted wings and giant's rings make way for other toys
One grey night it happened jackie paper came no more
And puff that mighty dragon he ceased his fearless roar
His head was bent in sorrow green scales fell like rain
Puff no longer went to play along the cherry lane
Without his life-long friend puff could not be brave
So puff that mighty dragon sadly slipped into his cave oh
Puff the magic dragon lived by the sea
And frolicked in the autumn mist in a land called honalee
Puff the magic dragon lived by the sea
And frolicked in the autumn mist in a land called honalee
The song "Puff, the Magic Dragon" by Peter, Paul and Mary is a classic folk tune and a bittersweet meditation on the innocence of childhood and the loss of that innocence. The song tells the story of Puff, a magical dragon who lives by the sea and frolics in a land called Honalee. Little Jackie Paper is Puff's best friend, bringing him strings, sealing wax, and other fancy things. Together they travel on a boat with billowed sail, with Jackie Paper perched on Puff's tail. They are greeted with respect by kings and princes and strike fear in the hearts of pirates. However, one gray night it happened, Jackie Paper came no more, and Puff was forced to slip into his cave and let his scales fall like rain.
Line by Line Meaning
Puff, the magic dragon lived by the sea
Puff was a magical dragon who lived near the ocean
And frolicked in the autumn mist in a land called Honalee
He played and had fun in a place known as Honalee during autumn
Little Jackie Paper loved that rascal Puff
A boy named Jackie Paper adored the mischievous Puff
And brought him strings and sealing wax and other fancy stuff, oh
Jackie would give Puff gifts like strings, sealing wax, and other fanciful things
Together they would travel on a boat with billowed sail
The two of them would go on adventures on a boat with a beautiful sail
Jackie kept a lookout perched on Puff's gigantic tail
Jackie would keep a watchful eye and sit on Puff's enormous tail
Noble kings and princes would bow whene'er they came
When Puff and Jackie arrived, even the most esteemed royalty would pay their respects and bow down
Pirate ships would lower their flags when Puff roared out his name, oh
Even pirates would show reverence by lowering their flags when Puff thunderously roared his name
A dragon lives forever but not so little boys
Dragons are immortal, but children grow up and move on
Painted wings and giant's rings make way for other toys
As Jackie grew older, he lost interest in Puff's magical world and moved on to other things
One gray night, it happened, Jackie Paper came no more
Sadly, one night, Jackie stopped coming to see Puff
And Puff, that mighty dragon, he ceased his fearless roar
Without Jackie, Puff lost his spirit and stopped roaring fearlessly like he used to
His head was bent in sorrow, green scales fell like rain
Puff was deeply saddened and his green scales fell off like tears
Puff no longer went to play along the cherry lane
Without Jackie, Puff did not feel like playing anymore
Without his lifelong friend, Puff could not be brave
Jackie was Puff's life-long companion, and without him, Puff lost his courage
So Puff, that mighty dragon, sadly slipped into his cave, oh
Puff retreated to his cave, feeling despondent and listless
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, BMG Rights Management, Royalty Network, Spirit Music Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Leonard Lipton, Peter Yarrow
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@Tocsin-Bang
At 75 years old, I still love singing this, and I still cry! Am I a stupid old man? If I am, I don't really care!
@sanchoporkwiches9871
Not stupid. I am 35 and my old man used to sing this to me when I was a kid. I tear up every time I hear this song, I hope to bring half the joy to this world that this song has brought me and my dad.
@jessieP12
I’m 50 and still cry when I hear it. It’s a heartbreaking song. If I was talented I’d add another verse to make it a happy ending.
@DrewWutsit
I don't care if I grow up to be stupid. As long as I know wrong from right and as long as I can still call this song a masterpiece I will be happy with myself.
@chipesh
70 and feel the same.
@Tom-dv2pt
Not stupid at all sir
@shantanubineewale
Leaving this comment here so in case somebody leaves a like, I come back here. 🐉
@DrewWutsit
Come on back and give your imagination another roar <3
@ethanxedits6529
Come back today
@randomrarandom3893
come back boi