Clementine
Pink.Martini Lyrics
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If no creatures stir in the morning time
If the clouds go still in the sky
And the days roll in and pass us by
I will ride your elevator
We'll stay out 'til it is later
If tomorrow's sun doesn't shine
At least I'll have my Clementine
If tomorrow's moon doesn't show
If our dreams go lost in the winter snow
And the flowers wither and die
And the waterfalls go low and dry
Will you meet me in the garden
We'll say 'please' and 'beg your pardon'
If tomorrow's sun doesn' shine
At least I'll have my Clementine
There's a place that nobody knows
There's a packing up of a summer clothes
In the lazy days of my mind
You've always been my Clementine
Clementine
The song Clementine by Pink.Martini is a ballad about the singer's desire to be with someone they love, regardless of external circumstances. The singer's resolve to be with their loved one is described through a series of hypothetical situations. In each situation – if the sun doesn't shine, if the moon disappears, if the flowers die – the singer promises to be with their loved one. The imagery in the lyrics – of elevators, gardens, and waterfalls – suggests that the singer and their loved one are on a journey, and that they will face challenges along the way. However, the refrain – "At least I'll have my Clementine" – provides a sense of security and hope, that no matter what happens, the singer's love for their partner will never fade.
One interpretation of the song is that it is about the enduring power of love. The repeated references to "Clementine" suggest that the singer's love for their partner is a constant in their life. This is reinforced by the reference to "lazy days of my mind", which suggests nostalgia for a time when life was simpler and their love was new. The references to natural elements such as the sun, moon, and flowers also suggest an appreciation for the beauty of the natural world and the ephemeral nature of life.
Line by Line Meaning
If tomorrow's sun doesn't shine
If a new day doesn't bring the sun's light
If no creatures stir in the morning time
If the animals don't wake up for the day
If the clouds go still in the sky
If the clouds don't move in the sky
And the days roll in and pass us by
Time passes quickly and days blend together
I will ride your elevator
I will be with you through the highs and lows
We'll stay out 'til it is later
We'll spend more time together if the day is longer
At least I'll have my Clementine
Even if everything else is uncertain, I'll have my loved one
If tomorrow's moon doesn't show
If the night sky is dark without the moon shining
If our dreams go lost in the winter snow
If our hopes and aspirations are lost in the cold winter
And the flowers wither and die
If the flowers lose their beauty and fade away
And the waterfalls go low and dry
If the water stops flowing in the streams and cascades
Will you meet me in the garden
Will you come with me to a peaceful place
We'll say 'please' and 'beg your pardon'
We'll be polite and humble with each other
There's a place that nobody knows
There's a secret and mysterious location
There's a packing up of a summer clothes
There's a preparation for a new season by putting away summer clothes
In the lazy days of my mind
In my idle thoughts and daydreams
You've always been my Clementine
You've always been the one I cherish and love
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@rtelkin2194
If tomorrow's sun doesn't shine
If no creatures stir in the morning time
If the clouds go still in the sky
And the days roll in and pass us by
I will ride your elevator
We'll stay out 'til it is later
If tomorrow's sun doesn't shine
At least I'll have my Clementine
If tomorrow's moon doesn't show
If our dreams go lost in the winter snow
And the flowers wither and die
And the waterfalls run low and dry
Will you meet me in the garden
We'll say 'please' and 'beg your pardon'
If tomorrow's sun doesn't shine
At least I'll have my Clementine
There's a place that nobody knows
There's a packing up of a summer clothes
In the lazy days of my mind
You've always been my Clementine
Clementine
@LS-pp7gq
i was just searching for a clementine martini recipe when this video popped up and im so glad it did :)
@scottcerny4714
I needed that. Thank you. 😊
@kingtsartsalong2818
This song makes feel as if I have lived another life before and it makes me wanna cry as if I miss that life
@LiferProductions
I will sing this to my future daughter whenever she is down
@caramellow_
awww that's so sweet!
@aldoariano8703
Wanderful music and lyrics. I sent the link to my only one doughter, named Clementine and living far away, for her birthday. She was happy.
@thebookoflaughs4369
We had our first baby May 20th and we named her Clementine. 🧡
@rtelkin2194
If tomorrow's sun doesn't shine
If no creatures stir in the morning time
If the clouds go still in the sky
And the days roll in and pass us by
I will ride your elevator
We'll stay out 'til it is later
If tomorrow's sun doesn't shine
At least I'll have my Clementine
If tomorrow's moon doesn't show
If our dreams go lost in the winter snow
And the flowers wither and die
And the waterfalls run low and dry
Will you meet me in the garden
We'll say 'please' and 'beg your pardon'
If tomorrow's sun doesn't shine
At least I'll have my Clementine
There's a place that nobody knows
There's a packing up of a summer clothes
In the lazy days of my mind
You've always been my Clementine
Clementine
@kavehzarafshanpour8277
finally I found it . Unbelievable
@ljsu3188
The song makes me have feeling for a sunshine shining on an orange.