My Favorite Things
Rodgers Richard Lyrics
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Bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens,
Brown paper packages tied up with strings...
These are a few of my favorite things.
Cream-colored ponies and crisp apple strudles,
Door bells and sleigh bells and schnitzel with noodles,
Wild geese that fly with the moon on their wings...
Girls in white dresses with blue satin sashes,
Snowflakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes,
Silver white winters that melt into springs
These are a few of my favorite things.
When the dog bites
When the bee stings
When I'm feeling sad...
I simply remember my favorite things
And then I don't feel so bad
The song "My Favorite Things" by Rodgers Richard, which was written for the musical "The Sound of Music", is a whimsical list of simple pleasures that help to cure life's woes. The opening lyrics describe things like raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens, copper kettles, woolen mittens, and brown paper packages tied up in string. These seemingly random objects evoke nostalgia and happy memories for the singer. The following verse includes references to nature, with cream-colored ponies, apple strudel with whipped cream, doorbells, sleigh bells, and wild geese flying with the moon. These things, too, bring comfort to the singer.
The final verse references more modern objects like white dresses with blue satin sashes and snowflakes that stay on the nose and eyelashes. The line "silver-white winters that melt into springs" suggests a feeling of rebirth and renewal beyond simply the physical change of seasons. The song's chorus serves as a reminder that when things aren't going well (e.g. the dog bites, the bee stings, when feeling sad), it's important to remember the things that make life worth living.
Overall, "My Favorite Things" can be viewed as a song of comfort, reminding us to find joy in the simple things in life, especially during trying times. It's a reminder to take a step back and appreciate what brings us happiness and to not take life for granted.
Line by Line Meaning
Rain drops on roses and whiskers on kittens
I find joy in simple things like rain drops on flowers and the furry faces of cute kittens.
Bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens
Objects that emit warmth like copper kettles and soft mittens give me comfort.
Brown paper packages tied up with strings
The anticipation of opening a present like a brown paper package tied up with strings fills me with excitement.
Cream-colored ponies and crisp apple strudles
The serene image of cream-colored ponies galloping and warm, delicious apple strudels make me happy.
Door bells and sleigh bells and schnitzel with noodles
The sound of door bells and sleigh bells, along with the savory taste of schnitzel and noodles, create pleasant memories for me.
Wild geese that fly with the moon on their wings
I appreciate the beauty in nature, like the sight of wild geese flying under the moonlit sky.
Girls in white dresses with blue satin sashes
The elegance of girls wearing white dresses with blue satin sashes is something I find aesthetically pleasing.
Snowflakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes
The feeling of snowflakes landing on my nose and eyelashes is a pleasant sensation for me.
Silver white winters that melt into springs
I appreciate the seasonal change of winter melting into spring and the beauty that comes with it.
When the dog bites
Life can be tough and painful, like when a dog bites.
When the bee stings
Life can also bring physical pain and discomfort, like when a bee stings.
When I'm feeling sad...
There are times when I feel sad or upset.
I simply remember my favorite things
Remembering the things that bring me joy and comfort helps me feel better.
And then I don't feel so bad
By focusing on the positive, I can change my mood from negative to positive.
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Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens
Bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens
Brown paper packages tied up with strings
These are a few of my favorite things
Cream colored ponies and crisp apple strudels
Door bells and sleigh bells and schnitzel with noodles
Wild geese that fly with the moon on their wings
These are a few of my favorite things
Girls in white dresses with blue satin sashes
Snowflakes that stay on my nose and eyelashes
Silver white winters that melt into springs
These are a few of my favorite things
When the dog bites
When the bee stings
When I'm feeling sad
I simply remember my favorite things
And then I don't feel so bad
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