O'Oh
Shitake Monkey Lyrics


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One, two.

O'oh, Central Park,
O'oh, evening skyline,
O'oh, helicopter,
O'oh, firecrackers,
O'oh, July 4th in New York City.
O'oh, trees are laughing,
O'oh, windows smiling,
O'oh, water shining,
O'oh, people rolling,
O'oh, July 4th in New York City

I never knew we could be so nice to each other.
I never thought we'd be laughing together.
I never knew life could be sweet and simple.
I never thought that was possible.

O'oh, dogs are chasing,
O'oh, clouds are dreaming,
O'oh, people dancing,
O'oh, July 4th in New York City.

I never knew we could be so kind to each other.
I never thought we'd be singing together.
I never knew life could be so sweet and simple.
I never thought that was possible.

O'oh, Central Park,
O'oh, evening skyline,
O'oh, helicopter,
O'oh, firecrackers.

O'oh, O'oh, O'oh, O'oh, O'oh,
O'oh, O'oh, O'oh, O'oh,O'oh,




O'oh, O'oh, O'oh, O'oh, O'oh,
O'oh, O'oh, O'oh, O'oh.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "O'Oh" by Shitake Monkey portray a vibrant scene of July 4th in New York City. The song evokes a sense of wonder and amazement at the distinct sights and sounds of this holiday celebration, such as the shining water, laughing trees, and explosive firecrackers. The lyrics capture a moment in time where people from different backgrounds and perspectives can come together to appreciate life's simple pleasures, even if only momentarily.


The repetition of "O'oh" adds to the dreamlike quality of the song and emphasizes the wonder and joy found in the imagery. The lyrics also highlight a deeper message about the possibility of kindness and connection in our lives. The singer expresses surprise at the fact that people can be nice, laugh, and sing together, as if it is a rare occurrence.


Overall, "O'Oh" by Shitake Monkey celebrates the beauty of life's small joys and the power of unity and goodwill.


Line by Line Meaning

One, two.
The song is beginning.


O'oh, Central Park,
The singer is expressing their excitement for being in Central Park.


O'oh, evening skyline,
The singer is expressing their awe at the beautiful city skyline during the evening.


O'oh, helicopter,
The singer is expressing their excitement and fascination for a helicopter that they may see or hear.


O'oh, firecrackers,
The singer is expressing their enthusiasm for the sound and sight of fireworks.


O'oh, July 4th in New York City.
The singer is expressing their excitement for being in NYC on the 4th of July.


O'oh, trees are laughing,
The singer is using figurative language, expressing their happiness and awe of the trees around them.


O'oh, windows smiling,
The singer is also using figurative language to express their happiness and the upbeat vibe that NYC seems to exude.


O'oh, water shining,
The singer is describing the beauty of the water, reflecting the lights of NYC.


O'oh, people rolling,
The singer is expressing their excitement for the active nightlife and energy of the city.


I never knew we could be so nice to each other.
The singer is expressing their surprise and joy at the unexpected kindness shown by strangers in the city.


I never thought we'd be laughing together.
The singer is expressing their surprise at the joy and laughter they are experiencing while being in NYC.


I never knew life could be sweet and simple.
The singer is expressing their surprise at the simple joy they are experiencing while being in NYC.


I never thought that was possible.
The singer is expressing their previous lack of awareness and belief that life could be so simple and happy.


O'oh, dogs are chasing,
The singer is expressing their excitement for the playful activity of dogs around NYC.


O'oh, clouds are dreaming,
The singer is describing the peaceful, dreamlike state of the clouds in the sky.


O'oh, people dancing,
The singer is expressing their happiness and enjoyment of the energetic nightlife of the city.


O'oh, July 4th in New York City.
The singer is repeating their excitement for being in NYC for the 4th of July celebrations.


O'oh, Central Park,
The singer is repeating their joy at being in Central Park.


O'oh, evening skyline,
The singer is repeating their awe at the beautiful city skyline during the evening.


O'oh, helicopter,
The singer is repeating their excitement and fascination for a helicopter that they may see or hear.


O'oh, firecrackers.
The singer is repeating their enthusiasm for the sound and sight of fireworks.


O'oh, O'oh, O'oh, O'oh, O'oh,
The singer is repeating their exclamation of excitement, happiness and enjoyment.


O'oh, O'oh, O'oh, O'oh,O'oh,
The singer is repeating their exclamation of excitement, happiness and enjoyment.


O'oh, O'oh, O'oh, O'oh, O'oh,
The singer is repeating their exclamation of excitement, happiness and enjoyment.


O'oh, O'oh, O'oh, O'oh.
The singer is repeating their exclamation of excitement, happiness and enjoyment.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: YOKO ONO

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Comments from YouTube:

Clyde Lerner

Yoko Ono is in fine form! Wonder how the heck she ended up working with Shitake Monkey - I thought I was the only person who knew about the Monkey!

Paul Justice

Hard to believe a song by someone so famous could have so views--especially since it's pretty good!