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Joy to the World
Straight No Chaser Lyrics

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Jeremiah was a bull frog
Was a good friend of mine
I never understood a single word he said
But I helped him drink his wine
Yes he always had some mighty fine wine

Joy to the world
All the boys and girls, now

Joy to the fishes in the deep blue sea
Joy to you and me

If I were the King of the world
Tell you what I'd do
I'd throw away the cars and the bars and the wars
And make sweet love to you
And make sweet love to you

Joy to the world
All the boys and girls, now
Joy to the fishes in the deep blue sea
Joy to you and me

You know I love the ladies
Love to have my fun
I'm a high night flier yes I?m a rider

And a straight-shooting son of a gun
I said a straight shooting son of a gun

Overall Meaning

The opening lines of "Joy to the World" by Straight No Chaser speak of Jeremiah, a bullfrog who was a good friend of the singer but he never understood a single word Jeremiah said. However, they shared wine together on many occasions. The reference to Jeremiah is not random, but actually is adapted from the Three Dog Night song "Joy to the World", which made their own version of the song in 1970. This reference shows the connection between the past and present, and how even something as simple as sharing a drink with a friend can bring joy.

The chorus of the song is iconic, as it proclaims "Joy to the world, all the boys and girls now. Joy to the fishes in the deep blue sea, joy to you and me." It celebrates the exuberance and excitement of life, bringing joy not just to humans but also to the animals that inhabit the earth. The sheer inclusiveness of the chorus, with its expansive tone and its invitation to everyone to take part, makes this song a timeless classic.

The last verse features the singer proclaiming his love for women and how he enjoys having fun. He refers to himself as a "high night flier" and a "straight-shooting son of a gun," emphasizing his rebelliousness and adventurous spirit. This part of the song reflects on how life can be exciting and filled with joy when we let go of our inhibitions and embrace our true selves.

Line by Line Meaning

Jeremiah was a bull frog
A man had a pet bullfrog named Jeremiah

Was a good friend of mine
The man and Jeremiah had a close relationship

I never understood a single word he said
Jeremiah communicated in a way that the man could not comprehend

But I helped him drink his wine
The man and Jeremiah enjoyed drinking wine together

Yes he always had some mighty fine wine
Jeremiah's wine was of good quality

Joy to the world
Celebration and happiness to all

All the boys and girls, now
Both young males and females are included in the celebration

Joy to the fishes in the deep blue sea
Even the sea creatures can share in the joy

Joy to you and me
Everyone can experience the joy

If I were the King of the world
Imagining a world in which the man is the ruler

Tell you what I'd do
The man is about to describe what he would do as king

I'd throw away the cars and the bars and the wars
As king, he would eliminate the negative elements of society (transportation, imprisonment, and conflict)

And make sweet love to you
The man would emphasize love and affection

You know I love the ladies
Acknowledging that the man has an affinity for women

Love to have my fun
He enjoys having a good time

I'm a high night flier yes I?m a rider
The man is adventurous and possibly a risk-taker

And a straight-shooting son of a gun
He is honest and straightforward

Lyrics © CONSALAD CO., Ltd., Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Isaac Watts

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