Rock-A-Bye Baby Love
Stephen Encinas Lyrics
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Rock-a-bye baby love
Just dream through the night
Let the older ones fight for peace
Sleep tight my sweet child
Every inch the world spins
There are ten times more sins
For a while, until you're not a child anymore
Rock-a-bye baby love
Oh you need your rest
Or you won't stand the test of time
Sleep tight my sweet child
Won't be long before, you'll have so much more
Things to do, but don't let that bother you
Tuck in tight, and I'll give you a kiss goodnight.
Rock-a-bye baby love
Your maker loves you
And the whole world does too, so very much
Sleep tight my sweet child
Your sweetness won't fade
For you heaven was made
People will change
Somethings may go wild
But nothing will change
Your sweet, sweet baby smile
This beautiful and soothing lullaby, Rock-a-bye baby love, sings of the love and protection that a parent extends to their child. The lyrics have a deep underlying message that encourages the child to sleep and rest, as the outside world struggles with turmoil and conflict. The lyrics speak to the fragility of life and the importance of finding rest amidst the chaos. The words propose a world that is plagued with many sins and suggests that the older ones try to fight for peace while the young ones try to rest and dream. The lyrics indicate that as the world spins, there are many things that may appear crazy, but that the child should not worry as things will be taken care of, at least for a while, until the child starts to mature.
The lyrics continue to encourage the child to rest as they will be facing many things in life that require energy and strength, and without enough rest, they may not stand the test of time. The song speaks of a future where the child will have so much more to do, but for the time being, they should not be worried about such things. The lyrics speak of a world that is filled with love, not just from the maker but also from the whole world, even amidst the turmoil. The song encourages the child to hold on to their sweet, sweet baby smile and that although people may change and things may go wild, nothing will change the love and sweetness that the child possesses.
Line by Line Meaning
Rock-a-bye baby love
Let the soothing tune calm you as you drift off to sleep
Just dream through the night
Close your eyes and let your subconscious mind take over
Let the older ones fight for peace
Don't worry about the problems of the world, leave it to the adults to handle
Sleep tight my sweet child
Allow yourself to rest without any worries, knowing you are safe and loved
Every inch the world spins
The world is always changing and full of unpredictable events
There are ten times more sins
There are more wrongdoings happening than what we acknowledge or see
But don't you worry, we'll take care of things
Despite all the chaos, there are people who will work to make things better
For a while, until you're not a child anymore
This protection will only last for a limited time as you grow up and become more independent
Oh you need your rest
It is important to take care of yourself by getting enough sleep
Or you won't stand the test of time
Without proper self-care, it will be difficult to endure the challenges of life
Won't be long before, you'll have so much more
You are capable of achieving and experiencing more as you grow older
Things to do, but don't let that bother you
You will have responsibilities to juggle, but don't let them stress you out
Tuck in tight, and I'll give you a kiss goodnight.
Nurture yourself with affection and care before going to sleep
Your maker loves you
Believe in a higher power that loves and cares for you
And the whole world does too, so very much
There are many people who love and support you in this world
Your sweetness won't fade
Your inner goodness and purity will remain with you
For you heaven was made
You are cherished and deserving of a happy and fulfilling life
People will change
Don't expect everyone to remain the same, including yourself
Somethings may go wild
Life can be unpredictable and things may not always go as planned
But nothing will change
Despite the ups and downs, hold on to what is constant and true
Your sweet, sweet baby smile
Always remember your own light and joy that you bring into the world
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Stephen Encinas
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@jillroxborough9965
Loving this song after all these years. Helped me through a lot of my school years
@siedahjarritt539
Always loved this.
@florv5647
lovely!