Pollyanna
Splendora Lyrics

If I had a searchlight
The singer wonders if shining a bright light on Pollyanna would have a negative effect on her mood.

Would it make her uptight?
The singer is curious if shining a light on Pollyanna would make her anxious or uncomfortable.

Would it make her face red?
The singer is questioning if shining a light on Pollyanna would cause her to blush or feel embarrassed.

Sticker on her forehead
The artist imagines what it would be like to put a sticker on Pollyanna's forehead and how she might react to it.

Pollyanna's fine
The artist states that Pollyanna is doing well and nothing seems to bother her.

She will never whine
The singer notes that Pollyanna is not likely to complain even if something bothers her.

Pollyanna blows my mind
The singer is mesmerized by what they observe in Pollyanna - her positive attitude and carefree spirit.

If I had a snake bite
The artist wonders what would happen if they were bitten by a snake and how Pollyanna might react if they asked for her help.

Would she suck it out right?
The artist is envisioning Pollyanna as a helpful person who would do whatever she could to assist them in need, including sucking out poison from a snake bite.

If she had a big head
The artist is imagining a scenario where Pollyanna might boast or become arrogant, but then they realize that she is too humble to let success get to her head.

She'd put it under her bed
The singer imagines Pollyanna as someone who would hide any form of recognition or achievement under her bed rather than show it off to others.

Santa Claus must die
The artist is using hyperbole to illustrate Pollyanna's unique perspective on life - she sees the world in a different way than most people do.

Superman won't fight
The singer is remarking on Pollyanna's peaceful nature and how she would rather resolve issues and conflicts using kindness and diplomacy than fighting.

Polly's on her rainbow ride
The singer is describing Pollyanna's carefree and optimistic way of life - she is like a child riding on a rainbow, taking in all the colors and beauty around her.

She's a lover
The singer acknowledges that Pollyanna is someone who cares deeply for others and wants to make the world a better place.

She's got flower power
The artist is using a 1960s hippie expression to describe Pollyanna's gentle and kind way of life.

She's a powder face
The artist sees Pollyanna as someone who appears delicate and fragile on the surface, but is actually quite resilient and strong.

Waiting to blow
The singer realizes that Pollyanna has the ability to stand up for herself and others when necessary.

Oooooohhhhh
This is a vocalization without a specific meaning, used to create emotional emphasis in the song.

Pollyanna's fine
This is a repeat of an earlier line, emphasizing the artist's admiration and appreciation of Pollyanna's personality.

Pollyanna blows my mind
This line is a repeat of an earlier line, again emphasizing just how impressed the artist is by Pollyanna.

Pollyanna blows my
The artist is starting another repetition of a line but cutting it short for emphasis.

Pollyanna blows my
This is the second half of the truncated repetition, again emphasizing the singer's awe of Pollyanna.

Pollyanna blows my mind
The artist finishes the repeat of the earlier line, solidifying the importance and impact that Pollyanna has on them.