Nice Work If You Can Get It
Shirley Jones & Jack Cassidy Lyrics
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Lives a life that isn't necessarily sunny
Likewise the man who works for fame
There's no guarantee that time won't erase his name
The fact is, the only work that really brings enjoyment
Is the kind that is for girl and boy meant
Fall in love and you won't regret it
That's the best work of all, if you can get it
'Neath a starry sky
Nice work if you can get it
And you can get it if you try
Strolling with the one girl
Sighing sigh after sigh
Nice work if you can get it
And you can get it if you try
Just imagine someone
Waiting at the cottage door
Where two hearts become one
Who could ask for anything more?
Loving one who loves you
And then taking that vow
It's nice work if you can get it
And if you get it, won't you tell me how?"
Just imagine someone
Waiting at the cottage door
Where two hearts become one
Who could ask for anything more?
Loving one who loves you
And then taking that vow
Nice work if you can get it
And if you get it, won't you tell me how?"
The song "Nice Work If You Can Get It" by Shirley Jones and Jack Cassidy is a beautiful celebration of love and the joys of falling in love. However, it also touches upon the theme of fulfillment and happiness in one's work. The lyrics suggest that working for money or fame doesn't necessarily bring happiness or fulfillment. Instead, the only kind of work that truly brings enjoyment is the work that is meant for love and companionship.
The song's verses paint a picture of the life of a man who only works for money or fame, and how it might not necessarily be a happy one. It contrasts this with the joys of falling in love and how it brings a sense of fulfillment that nothing else can. The lyrics remind listeners that holding hands with someone you love under a starry sky or walking with a loved one and sighing together is a type of work that is truly fulfilling, and one that is worth striving for.
The final verse suggests the idea of committing to someone you love and becoming one with them. The waiting at the cottage door could indicate the anticipation of finding someone special and starting a life together. The lyrics surround the theme of finding love and committing oneself to it, as that is the greatest work of all.
Overall, the song's message is about the joy and fulfillment that comes with focusing on love and companionship rather than solely materialistic goals.
Line by Line Meaning
The man who only lives for making money
If someone's sole focus is earning money,
Lives a life that isn't necessarily sunny
it does not necessarily ensure a happy life.
Likewise the man who works for fame
Similarly, the person who desires fame,
There's no guarantee that time won't erase his name
cannot be sure his name would not be forgotten over time.
The fact is, the only work that really brings enjoyment
The truth is that the only type of work that truly brings happiness
Is the kind that is for girl and boy meant
is the one intended for love and romance.
Fall in love and you won't regret it
If you fall in love, you will never regret it.
That's the best work of all, if you can get it
It is the most fulfilling type of work, if you find it.
Holding hands at midnight
Holding hands under the night sky,
'Neath a starry sky
under the shimmering stars,
Nice work if you can get it
It's a wonderful experience if you can find it.
And you can get it if you try
It's achievable if you put in the effort.
Strolling with the one girl
Walking around with your significant other,
Sighing sigh after sigh
letting out romantic sighs,
Just imagine someone
Think about someone,
Waiting at the cottage door
waiting for you at the cottage door,
Where two hearts become one
where two people's hearts become united,
Who could ask for anything more?
What more could a person desire?
It's nice work if you can get it
It is a delightful experience if you can find it.
And if you get it, won't you tell me how?"
If you experience it, would you tell me how you obtained it?"
Lyrics © SONGS MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: GEORGE GERSHWIN, IRA GERSHWIN
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