One Small Voice
Sesame Street Lyrics


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Every song the
World sings, each
Was once unknown
Somebody felt a song
Inside and wasn't
Afraid to sing alone
If you feel the music
And you sing it clear
And true
Then the world can
Sing with you

One small voice can
Teach the world a song
Start with one small
Voice till another
Sings along
And then you'll feel the
Music growing full and
Sure and strong
One small voice can
Teach the world a song

No tune is too simple
No voice can
Be wrong
Music can come from
Any heart and anyone's
Voice can lead
The song
If you feel the music
And if you believe
The words
Sing and you'll
Be heard

One small voice can
Teach the world a song
Start with one small
Voice till another
Sings along
And then you'll feel the
Music growing full and
Sure and strong
One small voice can
Teach the world a song

One small voice can
Teach the world a song
Start with one small
Voice till another
Sings along
And then you'll feel the
Music growing full and
Sure and strong




One small voice can
Teach the world a song

Overall Meaning

The song "One Small Voice" by Sesame Street is an empowering anthem that celebrates the power of one voice to create change and inspire others. The lyrics suggest that every song we know and love today was once unknown, and that someone had to have the courage to express their voice and share their musical talents before others joined in. The song encourages listeners to believe in themselves and their ability to make a difference through music.


The lyrics also suggest that no matter how simple a tune or voice may seem, everyone is capable of making music and leading others in song. As long as you feel the music within you and believe in the words you sing, you have the power to create something beautiful that can resonate with others. The repetitive chorus of "One small voice can teach the world a song" underscores the idea that even the most humble of voices can have a major impact and inspire people to come together.


Overall, "One Small Voice" is a message of hope, courage, and empowerment. It reminds us that our individual voices matter and that we can use them to make a positive change in the world.


Line by Line Meaning

Every song the
Every piece of music that the


World sings, each
World collectively performs or listens to


Was once unknown
No song started its life as a global hit or a recognized classic


Somebody felt a song
Someone, somewhere heard a melody in their head and knew it was worth sharing


Inside and wasn't
That song came from within and the owner of the idea


Afraid to sing alone
Was courageous enough to share it with others even though it was untested and inexperienced


If you feel the music
If you sense the rhythm and melody


And you sing it clear
And you present it with clarity and confidence


And true
And you stay faithful to the essence of the composition


Then the world can
Then the world has the opportunity to


Sing with you
Sing it alongside you with the same passion and enthusiasm


One small voice can
One person's voice can be powerful enough to


Teach the world a song
Introduce a melody or composition that the whole world can embrace and love


Start with one small
It only takes one individual who has the courage to step up


Voice till another
To start by singing out loud and confidently until others


Sings along
Join in and echo the same tune


And then you'll feel the
And when that happens, the music will start to


Music growing full and
Become more complete and rich with every person who adds their voice


Sure and strong
Creating a united and powerful musical experience.


No tune is too simple
Every melody that is catchy and easy to sing can be just as magical to the listener


No voice can
Every individual, irrespective of their vocal abilities, has the power to


Be wrong
Sing with their heart and share the joy of the song with others.


Music can come from
Musical inspiration can come from


Any heart and anyone's
Every individual has the potential to create an inspiring melody


Voice can lead
And your voice can be the catalyst that sparks mass musical participation


The song
And initiates a harmonious blending of sounds and voices.


If you feel the music
If you sense the rhythm and melody


And if you believe
And you firmly believe in the message and power of the words that accompany the music


The words
The lyrics of the song that convey a powerful or stirring message


Sing and you'll
Sing them with all your heart and soul and you will


Be heard
Have your voice amplified and recognized by the world.


One small voice can
One person's voice can be powerful enough to


Teach the world a song
Introduce a melody or composition that the whole world can embrace and love


Start with one small
It only takes one individual who has the courage to step up


Voice till another
To start by singing out loud and confidently until others


Sings along
Join in and echo the same tune


And then you'll feel the
And when that happens, the music will start to


Music growing full and
Become more complete and rich with every person who adds their voice


Sure and strong
Creating a united and powerful musical experience.


One small voice can
One person's voice can be powerful enough to


Teach the world a song
Introduce a melody or composition that the whole world can embrace and love


Start with one small
It only takes one individual who has the courage to step up


Voice till another
To start by singing out loud and confidently until others


Sings along
Join in and echo the same tune


And then you'll feel the
And when that happens, the music will start to


Music growing full and
Become more complete and rich with every person who adds their voice


Sure and strong
Creating a united and powerful musical experience.




Lyrics © FESTIVAL ATTRACTIONS INC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JEFFREY A MOSS

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Megan


on Once Is Not Enough

I get it, it teaches kids you might not just have enough so you have to have more

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