flowers
The Dirt Lyrics
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That's blooming in the mountain so high
You are my flower
That's blooming there for me
When summertime is gone and snow begins to fall
You can sing this song and say to one and all
That's blooming in the mountain so high
You are my flower
That's blooming there for me
So wear a happy smile and life will be worthwhile
Forget the tears but don't forget to smile
You are my flower
That's blooming in the mountain so high
You are my flower
That's blooming there for me
The Dirt's song "Flowers" is a love song about the singer's lover being a beacon of hope and happiness in their life. The repeated lyrics "You are my flower/ That's blooming in the mountain so high/ You are my flower/ That's blooming there for me" demonstrate the singer's admiration for their partner and how they see them as a beautiful and rare sight, like a flower on a mountain. The line "When summertime is gone and snow begins to fall/ You can sing this song and say to one and all" suggests that no matter the season or situation, their love for their partner will remain steadfast and they will always appreciate their presence in their life.
The next stanza "So wear a happy smile and life will be worthwhile/ Forget the tears but don't forget to smile" reinforces the idea that the singer believes their lover brings happiness and positivity into their life. The line "Forget the tears" could be interpreted as telling their partner to let go of past sadness or hardships and move forward with a happy outlook.
Line by Line Meaning
You are my flower
The singer is comparing the subject of the song to a beautiful flower, expressing their admiration and love towards them.
That's blooming in the mountain so high
The flower is depicted as being strong and perseverant, even in harsh conditions like a mountain.
That's blooming there for me
The singer feels lucky and grateful for having the flower in their life.
When summertime is gone and snow begins to fall
The singer is acknowledging the passage of time and how seasons change, suggesting that not everything lasts forever.
You can sing this song and say to one and all
The song can be shared with others as a way of expressing feelings of love and gratitude towards someone.
So wear a happy smile and life will be worthwhile
The singer encourages positivity and happiness, suggesting that it can make life more meaningful.
Forget the tears but don't forget to smile
The singer is advising the listener to focus on the good things in life, instead of dwelling on negative experiences.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: A.p. Carter, Sara Carter, Maybelle Carter
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