Friendly Persuasion
Robert Farnon & His Orchestra Lyrics
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More than the mulberries on the hill
More than the buds of a May apple tree I love thee
Arms have I, strong as the oak for this occasion
Lips have I, to kiss thee, too, in friendly persuasion
Thee is mine though I don't know many words of praise
Put on your bonnet, your cape, and your glove
And come with me, for thee I love
Friendly persuasion
Thee is mine though I don't know many words of praise
Thee pleasures me in a hundred ways
Put on your bonnet, your cape, and your glove
And come with me, for thee I love
In this song, the singer professes their deep love for their beloved in a very poetic manner. The opening lines compare the depth of their love to the serenity that comes with a green and still meadow, the sweetness of mulberries on a hill, and the beauty of buds on a May apple tree. This shows that the singer's love for their significant other is deep and all-encompassing.
The next lines describe the singer's physical attributes that they are willing to use to show their love for their partner. The singer has strong arms like the oak, which symbolizes strength and stability, and lips that will kiss their beloved in a friendly persuasion. The combination of these lines shows that the singer is willing to use their physical strength and affection to show their love and devotion to their partner.
Overall, the lyrics of this song speak to the purity and strength of the singer's love and their willingness to do whatever it takes to show their devotion to their significant other.
Line by Line Meaning
Thee I love more than the meadow so green and still
I love you more than any serene meadow with green grass and no movement.
More than the mulberries on the hill
My love for you is greater than any mulberries residing on the hill.
More than the buds of a May apple tree I love thee
My affection for you surpasses the love I have for May apple trees blooming anew.
Arms have I, strong as the oak for this occasion
I have arms that are as robust as an oak tree, perfectly apt for any need you may have.
Lips have I, to kiss thee, too, in friendly persuasion
I possess lips that can use charming persuasion by kissing you.
Thee is mine though I don't know many words of praise
Although I may lack eloquent vocabulary, you belong to me.
Thee pleasures me in a hundred ways
You bring joyful satisfaction to me in numerous ways.
Put on your bonnet, your cape, and your glove
Please prepare yourself by putting on your hat, coat, and gloves.
And come with me, for thee I love
Join me and accompany me, as I love you with all of my heart.
Friendly persuasion
I want to win your heart with friendly tactics and actions.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, GUY WEBSTER/WEBSTER MUSIC
Written by: DIMITRI TIOMKIN
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