Up Up and Away
The Johnny Mann Singers Lyrics
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Would you like to glide in my beautiful balloon?
We could float among the stars together, you and I
For we can fly, we can fly
Up, up and away
My beautiful, my beautiful balloon
It wears a nicer face in my beautiful balloon
We can sing a song and sail along the silver sky
For we can fly, we can fly
Up, up and away
My beautiful, my beautiful balloon
Suspended under a twilight canopy
We'll search the clouds for a star to guide us
If by some chance you find yourself loving me
We'll find a cloud to hid us, keep the moon beside us
Love is waiting there in my beautiful balloon
Way up in the air in my beautiful balloon
If you'll hold my hand we'll chase your dream across the sky
For we can fly, we can fly
Up, up and away
My beautiful, my beautiful balloon
In the song "Up, Up and Away", the Johnny Mann Singers invite someone to ride in their beautiful balloon and float among the stars. The lyrics describe the beauty of the world when viewed from above, and highlight the freedom and joy that comes with flying. The balloon is depicted as a magical space for two people to sing, dream and connect with each other. The lyrics also suggest that love can be found in the clouds and that chasing one's dreams is possible with the help of a partner.
The phrase "up, up and away" is repeated throughout the song as a symbol of the soaring, uplifting experience of being in the balloon. The image of a twilight canopy suggests a sense of mystery and wonder, while the search for a star to guide them implies a sense of adventure and exploration. The lyrics also express a sense of romanticism and the desire to escape into a dreamlike world with someone special. Overall, the song captures the magic and beauty of flight, as well as the power of human connection and love.
Line by Line Meaning
Would you like to ride in my beautiful balloon?
Do you want to join me and embark on an adventure where we both float in a beautiful balloon?
Would you like to glide in my beautiful balloon?
Do you want to smoothly soar in the sky with me in a stunning balloon?
We could float among the stars together, you and I
We could travel among the stars together while enjoying each other's company.
For we can fly, we can fly
Together we can fly, lift off the ground, and explore the sky.
Up, up and away
We'll ascend higher and higher into the sky.
My beautiful, my beautiful balloon
This exquisite balloon will be our mode of transportation for this journey.
The world's a nicer place in my beautiful balloon
The world looks and feels more beautiful when we're floating in this wondrous balloon.
It wears a nicer face in my beautiful balloon
The world seems to be more inviting and cheerful when viewed from this balloon.
We can sing a song and sail along the silver sky
We can sing joyfully while gliding through the clear, vast sky.
Suspended under a twilight canopy
Hovering under a serene, calming evening sky.
We'll search the clouds for a star to guide us
We'll look for a star in the cloudy sky to help us navigate through our journey.
If by some chance you find yourself loving me
And if, by any chance, you start to experience affection towards me,
We'll find a cloud to hid us, keep the moon beside us
We'll locate a cloud to shield us and have the moon accompany us.
Love is waiting there in my beautiful balloon
Romantic feelings await us while we're in this charming balloon.
Way up in the air in my beautiful balloon
High up in the sky, in my lovely, captivating balloon,
If you'll hold my hand we'll chase your dream across the sky
If you take my hand, we will pursue your desires and aspirations while flying.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Jimmy Webb
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
John Tate
To me this is the best version for so many reasons - the wonderful voices, contrasting the high notes of the ladies with the depth of the male voices (suspended under a twilight canopy) and that fantastic drumming. Great crescendo build up every time. Just tremendous. Makes Johnny Mann immortal for me!!
Randall Sundeen
Why can't we have pop songs like this anymore I love this song
Thom67
This was a bigger hit in the UK than the fifth dimension version. I think it soars more than the fifth.
Chris Marshall
An absolute work of class, written by the then 20 year old Jimmy Webb. This is what you call a tune and a half! Takes me back
Debbie Brett
I had not realised he was that young when he wrote this harmonic masterpiece of a song.
Thom67
It's impossible to feel sad when you hear this. So uplifting.
beverley Thwaites
A lovely song. Thank you for putting on YouTube. Brings back wonderful childhood memories .
sandiegotrojandawg
This cover of "Up Up and Away" actually overtook the 5th Dimension's to #1 on the U.S. charts...pretty amazing stuff!
999carpet
.. this version was the hit in the uk.
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