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Younger Than Springtime
The O'Neill Brothers Lyrics
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Softer than starlight are you
Warmer than winds of June
Are the gentle lips you gave me
Gayer than laughter are you
Sweeter than music are you
Sunlight and moon beans
Are you to give me
And when your youth and joy
Invade my soul
And fill my heart
As now they do, then
Younger than springtime am I
Gayer than laughter am I
Sunlight and moon beans
Heaven and earth
Am I with you
The lyrics to The O'Neill Brothers' song "Younger Than Springtime" are a beautiful ode to a lover, using the metaphor of springtime to describe the intensity and happiness of the relationship. The first verse compares the lover to the elements of spring, implying that they are even more gentle, warm, and beautiful than the season itself. The second verse continues the metaphor, this time comparing the lover to music and celestial bodies. The chorus then turns the attention back to the singer, claiming that they too are younger than springtime and filled with joy and happiness because of the love they share with their partner.
Aside from the powerful lyrics, "Younger Than Springtime" is also exemplary of the musical style of its era. The song is from the musical "South Pacific," which was one of the biggest Broadway hits of the 1950s. The show tackled issues of race and interracial relationships, which was a controversial topic at the time. The music from the show became popular on its own, and "Younger Than Springtime" is now considered a classic American tune. In fact, it has been covered by many famous performers over the years, including Frank Sinatra, Bing Crosby, and Perry Como.
Line by Line Meaning
Younger than springtime are you
You exude youth and vigor that surpasses that of Spring
Softer than starlight are you
You are gentle and delicate like a starry night sky
Warmer than winds of June
Your love feels comforting and pleasant, like the early summer breeze
Are the gentle lips you gave me
Your kisses are tender and soft, bringing me comfort and joy
Gayer than laughter are you
You bring me happiness that surpasses even the joy of laughter
Sweeter than music are you
You are like sweet melody that soothes the soul and brings happiness
Sunlight and moon beams
You are like the light that illuminates both day and night, bringing positivity and love to my life
Heaven and earth
You are like the heaven above and the earth below, encompassing my entire existence and bringing purpose to my life
Are you to give me
You complete me and fulfill my desires in life
And when your youth and joy
When I am surrounded by your youthful exuberance and cheerful spirit
Invade my soul
You completely take over my heart and mind
And fill my heart
My heart is overflowing with love and admiration for you
As now they do, then
The happiness and love I feel now will only grow stronger in the future
Younger than springtime am I
I am filled with youth and joy because of your presence in my life
Gayer than laughter am I
My happiness and joy are elevated to levels beyond what mere laughter can achieve
Sunlight and moon beams
I am illuminated by your love and presence, like the light of the sun and moon
Heaven and earth
You are my everything, encompassing my entire existence and bringing meaning to my life
Am I with you
Being with you is my greatest joy and fulfillment in life
Lyrics © IMAGEM MUSIC INC
Written by: OSCAR II HAMMERSTEIN, RICHARD RODGERS
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