My Funny Valentine
Smith Johnny Lyrics
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You make me smile with my heart,
Your looks are laughable, un-photo-graphical,
Yet you´re my favorite work of art
Is your figure less than Greek?
Is your mouth a little weak?
When you open it to speak, are you smiling?
Not if you care for me.
Stay little valentine, stay!
Each day is Valentine´s Day
Each day is Valentine´s Day
The song "My Funny Valentine" by Smith Johnny is a classic love song that describes the singer's love for their partner, who may not traditionally fit societal beauty standards. In the opening lines, the singer describes their lover as their "funny valentine," which suggests a sense of humor and lightheartedness. They go on to describe how their lover makes them smile and how they are their favorite work of art, indicating that the singer finds beauty in their partner's unique qualities.
The lyrics then acknowledge that their partner may not have a traditionally perfect figure or flawless looks, yet they still hold a special place in the singer’s heart. The lines “Is your figure less than Greek? Is your mouth a little weak?” may symbolize that their lover may not possess the traits that society deems as ideal beauty, but the singer doesn't want them to change anything about themselves. The final line, "Each day is Valentine's Day," further emphasizes the love and affection the singer has for their partner.
Overall, the song expresses the idea that true love goes beyond physical appearances and that beauty can be found in a person’s individuality and uniqueness.
Line by Line Meaning
Your my funny Valentine, sweet comic Valentine,
You may not fit conventional standards of beauty or mannerisms, but your unique quirks and sense of humor make you endearing to me.
You make me smile with my heart,
You have the ability to make me feel genuinely happy and content, even if it's just with a small gesture or word.
Your looks are laughable, un-photo-graphical,
Your physical appearance may not translate well onto film or camera, but that doesn't detract from your charisma and charm in real life.
Yet you´re my favorite work of art
Despite not fitting societal beauty standards or being conventionally attractive, you are still the most captivating and appealing person to me.
Is your figure less than Greek?
Do you have a body shape that differs from the idealized notion of Western beauty standards, specifically that of an ancient Greek statue?
Is your mouth a little weak?
Do you stutter, lisp, or have difficulty speaking clearly and effectively?
When you open it to speak, are you smiling?
Despite any speech impediments, is your personality and demeanor still charming and enjoyable when you speak with a smile on your face?
But don´t change a hair for me,
I don't want you to alter any aspect of yourself just to please me or conform to societal standards of beauty or behavior.
Not if you care for me.
If you truly care about me and our relationship, you won't sacrifice your own uniqueness or happiness just to fit into a particular mold.
Stay little valentine, stay!
Please remain your charming and endearing self, as that is what initially attracted me to you and what I love about you.
Each day is Valentine´s Day
Every day spent with you is filled with love and affection, not just limited to a designated holiday or occasion.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Lorenz Hart, Richard Rodgers
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