Golden Slumbers
The Beatles# Lyrics


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Once there was a way,
To get back homeward.

Once there was a way
To get back home.

Sleep, pretty darling,
Dot not cry
And I will sing a lullaby.

Golden slumbers,
Fill your eyes
Smiles await you when you rise
Sleep pretty darling
Do not cry
And I will sing a lullaby.

Once there was a way
To get back homeward

Once there was a way
To get back home

Sleep, pretty darling




Do not cry
And I will sing a lullaby.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of The Beatles' song "Golden Slumbers" are meant to be a lullaby that soothes a person to sleep. The song starts with the words, "Once there was a way, to get back homeward," which could refer to a longing for home or a desire to escape one's current situation. This theme is reiterated throughout the song with the repetition of the line, "Once there was a way to get back home."


The song addresses a "pretty darling" who is upset or in pain and encourages this person to sleep and not cry. The repetition of "sleep, pretty darling, do not cry, and I will sing a lullaby" creates a sense of reassurance and comfort. The lyrics "Golden slumbers, fill your eyes, smiles await you when you rise" alludes to the idea that happiness and joy are waiting when the person wakes up from their slumber.


Overall, "Golden Slumbers" is a poignant and emotional song that reflects The Beatles' ability to write deeply touching and personal songs that resonate with listeners on a universal level.


Line by Line Meaning

Once there was a way
There was a path or method to return to a familiar place.


To get back homeward
To return to one's home or place of comfort.


Once there was a way
Repeating the idea that there was a path or method to return home, emphasizing its importance.


To get back home
To return to one's place of comfort and security.


Sleep, pretty darling
Rest, my lovely one.


Do not cry
Don't worry or be upset.


And I will sing a lullaby
I'll comfort you with a soothing song.


Golden slumbers
Beautiful dreams.


Fill your eyes
Overwhelm your sight or imagination.


Smiles await you when you rise
You will be greeted with happiness when you wake up.


Sleep pretty darling
Rest, my sweet one.


Do not cry
Don't be sad or upset.


And I will sing a lullaby
I'll sing a calming song to soothe you.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JOHN LENNON, PAUL MCCARTNEY

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