Count Your Blessings Instead Of Sheep
Rosemary Clooney (1) Lyrics


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When I'm worried and I can't sleep
I count my blessings instead of sheep
And I fall asleep counting my blessings
When my bankroll is getting small
I think of when I had none at all
And I fall asleep counting my blessings

I think about a nursery and I picture curly heads
And one by one I count them as they slumber in their beds
If you're worried and you can't sleep
Just count your blessings instead of sheep
And you'll fall asleep counting your blessings

I think about a nursery and I picture curly heads
And one by one I count them as they slumber in their beds
If you're worried and you can't sleep




Just count your blessings instead of sheep
And you'll fall asleep counting your blessings

Overall Meaning

The song "Count Your Blessings" by Rosemary Clooney (Holiday) offers a message of hope and positivity to those who may be feeling worried or down. The lyrics suggest that when one is unable to sleep due to anxieties or stress, instead of dwelling on negative thoughts, it is better to focus on the positive things in life and count one's blessings. The act of counting blessings, such as family, friends, good health, a comfortable home, and other joys, can bring about a sense of contentment and help ease one's mind to a peaceful rest.


The song further emphasizes the idea of being grateful and appreciative for what one has. It urges listeners to look beyond the current difficulties and remember times when things were worse, which can help put one's struggles into perspective. The song also encourages listeners to visualize happy images, such as a nursery filled with sleeping children, in order to calm the mind and promote relaxation.


Line by Line Meaning

When I'm worried and I can't sleep
During times of stress and anxiety when sleep is elusive


I count my blessings instead of sheep
Focusing on positive aspects of life and expressing gratitude


And I fall asleep counting my blessings
Achieving calmness and restfulness through gratitude and positivity


When my bankroll is getting small
Feeling financial strain or scarcity


I think of when I had none at all
Remembering past experiences of being financially worse off


And I fall asleep counting my blessings
Finding comfort and relief from financial worries through gratitude


I think about a nursery and I picture curly heads
Evoking a calming and comforting mental image


And one by one I count them as they slumber in their beds
Mentally counting blessings and finding peace and relaxation


If you're worried and you can't sleep
Offering advice to others dealing with sleeplessness and anxiety


Just count your blessings instead of sheep
Encouraging gratitude and positive thinking as a solution


And you'll fall asleep counting your blessings
Promising a positive outcome from practicing gratitude and positive thinking




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: IRVING BERLIN

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Bing Crosby’s voice is like a glass of warm milk. Soothing and comforting.

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Back in his day they used to call it crooning

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haven’t enjoyed a single christmas without this movie, seriously such a comfort movie. old hollywood is such a blessing

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AMEN! I am just talking to my mother about this as she is 83 and worked in the movie theater in the 50’s . She remembers it well .. Yes Sir! I am 56 and LOVE these pictures ...

@DCMan06

We were privileged to see it in our local theatre just a couple of years ago. Marvelous film.

@alyssakalette

Yea i feel the same! I'm 34 and thankful and blessed my grandparents introduced me to this movie and others of this time! I used to think when i was younger that it was "too old and boring" but it stayed with me and i couldn't go through a Christmas without this movie and still can't!
Now it's up to us to keep passing this along to the next generation. #timeless

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