Sh-Boom
The Trevor Horn Orchestra Lyrics
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Boom ba doh, ba doo ba doodle ay
Oh, life could be a dream
(Sh boom, sh boom)
If I could take you up in paradise up above
(Sh boom, sh boom)
If you would tell me I'm the only one that you love
Life could be a dream, sweetheart
Hello, hello again, sh boom and hopin' we'll meet again
(Boom sh boom)
Oh, life could be a dream
(Sh boom, sh boom)
If only all my precious plans would come true
(Sh boom, sh boom)
If you would let me spend my whole life lovin' you
(Sh boom, sh boom)
Life could be a dream, sweetheart
Now every time I look at you
Something is on my mind
If you do what I want you to
Baby, we'd be so fine
Oh, life could be a dream
(Sh boom, sh boom)
If I could take you up in paradise up above
(Sh boom, sh boom)
If you would tell me I'm the only one that you love
(Sh boom, sh boom)
Life could be a dream, sweetheart
Sh boom sh boom
Ya da da da
Sh boom sh boom
Ya da da da
Sh boom sh boom
Ya da da da, sh boom
Sh boom sh boom
Ya da da da
Sh boom sh boom
Ya da da da
Sh boom sh boom
Ya da da da, sh boom
Every time I look at you
Somethin' is on my mind
If you do what I want you to
Baby, we'd be so fine
Life could be a dream
If I could take you up in paradise up above
If you would tell me I'm the only one that you love
Life could be a dream, sweetheart
Hello hello again, sh boom and hopin' we'll meet again
(Boom sh boom)
Hey nonny ding dong, alang alang alang
(Sh boom)
Ba doh, ba doo ba doodle ay
(Sh boom)
Life could be a dream
Life could be a dream, sweetheart
Life could be a dream
If only all my precious plans would come true
If you would let me spend my whole life loving you
Life could be a dream, sweetheart
Dee oody ooh, sh boom, sh boom
Dee oody ooh, sh boom, sh boom
Dee oody ooh, sh boom, sh boom
Sweetheart
Sh boom, sh boom
The Trevor Horn Orchestra's song "Sh-Boom" is a testament to the power of dreams and the possibility to turn an ordinary life into an extraordinary one. The lyrics begin with nonsensical phrases like "Hey nonny ding dong, alang alang alang" and "Boom ba doh, ba doo ba doodle ay" that set a playful tone and convey a sense of excitement. The song's narrator then sings about a paradise up above, where life could be a dream, where everything is possible, and even the wildest dreams can come true, represented by the line "If only all my precious plans would come true."
The singer's desire to be loved and accepted is at the heart of the song. He pleads, "If you would tell me I'm the only one that you love, life could be a dream, sweetheart." The chorus repeats the title, "Sh-Boom," in a manner that suggests a sense of urgency and excitement, as if the singer is trying to get someone's attention or convince them to join him in pursuing his dreams. All in all, the song captures a sense of youthful exuberance and the hope that we all want to feel when we're dreaming of a better life and a brighter future.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey nonny ding dong, alang alang alang
Greeting filled with excitement and anticipation
Boom ba doh, ba doo ba doodle ay
Musical sound expressing joy and upbeat energy
Oh, life could be a dream
(Sh boom, sh boom)
Expressing hope and desire for a perfect life full of happiness and joy
If I could take you up in paradise up above
(Sh boom, sh boom)
Wishing to show someone a perfect world full of love and beauty
If you would tell me I'm the only one that you love
(Sh boom, sh boom)
Longing to be assured of an exclusive romantic connection
Life could be a dream, sweetheart
Ultimately, wishing for a perfect life with a beloved partner
Hello, hello again, sh boom and hopin' we'll meet again
(Boom sh boom)
Looking forward to a future meeting with someone special and expressing enthusiasm
If only all my precious plans would come true
(Sh boom, sh boom)
Expressing hope that one's future hopes and dreams will come to fruition
If you would let me spend my whole life lovin' you
(Sh boom, sh boom)
Longing for a lifelong romance with a beloved partner
Now every time I look at you
Something is on my mind
Expressing attraction and affection for someone that persists over time
If you do what I want you to
Baby, we'd be so fine
Expressing a desire for a romantic partner to reciprocate feelings in order for a relationship to work
Dee oody ooh, sh boom, sh boom
Dee oody ooh, sh boom, sh boom
Dee oody ooh, sh boom, sh boom
Sweetheart
Repeating in a musical sound all the wishes for a perfect life with a beloved partner.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: James C Keyes, Carl Feaster, Floyd Mc Rae, Claude Feaster, James W. Edwards
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