The 59TH Stret Bridge Song
Simon and Garfunkel Tribute Band Lyrics
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You got to make the morning last
Just kicking down the cobblestones
Looking for fun and feeling groovy
Ba da-da da-da da-da, feeling groovy
Hello lamppost, what'cha knowing
I've come to watch your flowers growin'
Doo-ait-n-doo-doo, feeling groovy
Ba da-da da-da da-da, feeling groovy
I got no deeds to do, no promises to keep
I'm dappled and drowsy and ready to sleep
Let the morning time drop all its petals on me
Life, I love you, all is groovy
In The 59th Street Bridge Song by Simon and Garfunkel, the singer is inviting the listener to slow down and enjoy the simple pleasures of life. The opening line, "Slow down, you move too fast," suggests that the listener is rushing through life and missing out on the little things. The next line, "You got to make the morning last," encourages the listener to savor each moment and not take time for granted.
As the song progresses, the lyrics become more playful and whimsical. The singer mentions "kicking down the cobblestones" and "looking for fun," conveying a sense of carefree joy. The repetition of the phrase "feeling groovy" adds to this lighthearted tone.
In the second verse, the singer addresses a lamppost, asking if it has any rhymes to share. This is a whimsical and nonsensical moment that adds to the carefree nature of the song. The final verse is perhaps the most contemplative, with the singer expressing a sense of contentment and gratitude for the beauty of life. The line "Let the morning time drop all its petals on me" suggests a willingness to let go and be open to whatever the day may bring.
Overall, The 59th Street Bridge Song is a celebration of the simple joys in life and a gentle reminder to slow down and appreciate them.
Line by Line Meaning
Slow down, you move too fast
You ought to take things slow, instead of rushing around
You got to make the morning last
Try to live each day fully, without wasting time
Just kicking down the cobblestones
Casually wandering around with no particular destination in mind
Looking for fun and feeling groovy
Finding pleasure in the smallest things and feeling contentment
Ba da-da da-da da-da, feeling groovy
Reinforcing the sense of well-being and happiness
Hello lamppost, what'cha knowing
A greeting to an object in which one can find their own peace by watching life grow and blossom
I've come to watch your flowers growin'
Taking time to appreciate the beauty of nature, even in the smallest things
Ain't you got no rhymes for me?
Engaging with the world and looking for more to discover
Doo-ait-n-doo-doo, feeling groovy
Repeated emphasis that all is well and happy
Ba da-da da-da da-da, feeling groovy
Continuing this emphasis on contentment and happiness
I got no deeds to do, no promises to keep
Enjoying a moment of freedom and leisure without obligations
I'm dappled and drowsy and ready to sleep
Being relaxed and ready to rest after peacefully experiencing life
Let the morning time drop all its petals on me
Allowing life to unfold and experiencing it fully, without trying to control or direct it
Life, I love you, all is groovy
Feeling a sense of gratitude and love for life itself, recognizing that everything is going well
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Paul Simon
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@EneaSeverino
Slow down, you move too fast
You got to make the morning last
Just kicking down the cobblestones
Looking for fun and feeling groovy
Ba da-da da-da da-da, feeling groovy
Hello lamppost, what'cha knowing
I've come to watch your flowers growin'
Ain't you got no rhymes for me?
Doo-ait-n-doo-doo, feeling groovy
Ba da-da da-da da-da, feeling groovy
I got no deeds to do, no promises to keep
I'm dappled and drowsy and ready to sleep
Let the morningtime drop all its petals on me
Life, I love you, all is groovy
@annemegane9269
You were raised just right!
I saw Paul Simon in concert about 15 years ago and (at 24). It was in Manhattan but I forget the exact venue. Wasn't Hammerstein.
I was the youngest person in the audience. I was asked by a good dozen folks how I knew so many songs. I proudly replied, simply, "Mom and Dad." Many approving nods followed, with a few "Where are they?"
"Home and jealous as Hell!"
There were no follow-up questions.
@comicbooks8739
I jog by forest lawn cemetary almost every morning and stop and watch when graves are dug and I always sing these lines to myself:
I've got no deeds to do
No promises to keep
I'm dappled and drowsy
And ready to sleep
Let the morning time drop all its petals on me
Life I love you
All is groovy
I told my wife I want these words on my headstone
@Purehthought333
My first day of school my first class was music. The teacher taught us all to sing this song and what the word groovy meant. I have a tear in my eye as I write. Thanks Mrs. Lipard!
@rodo6795
Sounds like a very beautiful first day of school. ❤
@jeremyalford9166
Swear to Gawd😂😂😂
@jeremyalford9166
West Lumberton Elementary 😂
@jeremyalford9166
4grade😂 damn
@Bolgabolgabolga
That's awesome! Same types of memories for me! We sang carpenters song "on top of the world" .. we all would get a set of sticks or a Block of wood with a stick.. a triangle.. Our teacher would play the piano and we'd all sing... I understand the tears.
@jayraskin
Rode on a bus over the 59th Street Bridge while visiting my sisters who still live in New York. My daughter (29) and two grand-daughters (5 and 9 years old) was with me. I played this song for them. I tried to make them understand how I loved this song and what it meant to me and so many people of my generation.
@jesfreeman4656
My dad sang this to me growing up. I still hear his voice when I listen to it. He passed in 2017 at 58 years old. Miss him every day
@INBOUNDFBI
my dads turning 62 this year so glad i have him in my life. Blessings to you and yours
@llrblaylock9451
I ❤ this song and the brilliant song writing team of Simon and Garfunkel.
This tune is a painted memory of my childhood.
Just feeling groovy.🎉