High Hopes
Tony Baker and his orchestra Lyrics


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Next time you're found, with your chin on the ground
There a lot to be learned, so look around

Just what makes that little old ant
Think he'll move that rubber tree plant
Anyone knows an ant, can't
Move a rubber tree plant
But he's got high hopes, he's got high hopes
He's got high apple pie, in the sky hopes

So any time you're gettin' low
'Stead of lettin' go
Just remember that ant
Oops, there goes another rubber tree plant
Oops, there goes another rubber tree plant
Oops, there goes another rubber tree plant

When troubles call, and your back's to the wall
There's a lot to be learned, that wall could fall

Once there was a silly old ram
Thought he'd punch a hole in a dam
No one could make that ram, scram
He kept buttin' that dam

'Cause he had high hopes, he had high hopes
He had high apple pie, in the sky hopes

So any time you're feelin' bad
'Stead of feelin' sad
Just remember that ram
Oops, there goes a billion kilowatt dam
Oops, there goes a billion kilowatt dam
Oops, there goes a billion kilowatt dam

All problem's just a toy balloon
They'll be bursted soon
They're just bound to go pop
Oops, there goes another problem kerplop




Oops, there goes another problem kerplop
Oops, there goes another problem kerplop, kerlpop

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Tony Baker and his Orchestra's "High Hopes" convey a message of perseverance and hope in the face of adversity. The first stanza compares a small ant's seemingly impossible task of moving a rubber tree plant, and yet the ant has high hopes and ultimately succeeds. This message is further emphasized in the chorus, where we learn that the ant has high apple pie in the sky hopes - a metaphorical representation of his confidence and aspirations.


The second verse tells the story of a ram who attempts to punch a hole in a dam. Despite the odds against him, the ram perseveres and ultimately succeeds in his task. The message of the song is clear: when facing obstacles, one should maintain high hopes and persistence.


The use of the phrase "oops, there goes another rubber tree plant" and "oops, there goes a billion kilowatt dam" serves to add humor to the song while also emphasizing the idea that success often comes unexpectedly.


Overall, "High Hopes" is a fun and motivational song with a powerful message of hope and perseverance.


Line by Line Meaning

Next time you're found, with your chin on the ground
If you ever feel defeated, with your head hanging low


There's a lot to be learned, so look around
Take the time to learn from your surroundings and experiences


Just what makes that little old ant
Have you ever wondered about the motivation of a small insect?


Think he'll move that rubber tree plant
Does it seem impossible for such a tiny creature to move something so large?


Anyone knows an ant, can't
It's a well-known fact that an ant doesn't have the strength to move a rubber tree plant


But he's got high hopes, he's got high hopes
Despite the odds, the ant remains optimistic and confident


He's got high apple pie, in the sky hopes
He's dreaming big and hoping for something seemingly out of reach


So any time you're gettin' low
When you're feeling down or discouraged


'Stead of lettin' go
Instead of giving up or losing hope


Just remember that ant
Think about the small insect with big dreams


Oops, there goes another rubber tree plant
To everyone's surprise, the ant has moved another plant against all odds


When troubles call, and your back's to the wall
When you're faced with difficult situations and feel trapped


There's a lot to be learned, that wall could fall
There are always lessons to be learned, and even seemingly impossible obstacles can be overcome


Once there was a silly old ram
There was an animal, perhaps not the smartest, but determined


Thought he'd punch a hole in a dam
He had an ambitious goal of breaking through a large barrier


No one could make that ram, scram
Even though others thought he should give up, he persisted


'Cause he had high hopes, he had high hopes
He refused to let doubt or negativity overcome his ambitious dreams


He had high apple pie, in the sky hopes
He dreamed of achieving something remarkable, something out of reach


So any time you're feelin' bad
When you're feeling sad or discouraged


'Stead of feelin' sad
Instead of giving into negative emotions


Just remember that ram
Reflect on the animal that refused to give up on his goals


Oops, there goes a billion kilowatt dam
To everyone's surprise, the ram broke through the seemingly impenetrable barrier


All problem's just a toy balloon
All your problems are like a small, insignificant toy balloon


They'll be bursted soon
Those problems will eventually disappear


They're just bound to go pop
Your problems are guaranteed to pop or disappear


Oops, there goes another problem kerplop
Just like that, another problem has vanished into thin air


Oops, there goes another problem kerplop
Another problem solved without much effort


Oops, there goes another problem kerplop, kerlpop
With ease and simplicity, your problems will continue to disappear




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