I've Got The World On A String
Tony Bennett;Ralph Sharon & his Orchestra Lyrics
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Got the string around my finger
What a world, what a life, I'm in love!
I've got a song that I sing
I can make the rain go, anytime I move my finger
Lucky me, can't you see, I'm in love
Life is a beautiful thing, as long as I hold the string
I've got the world on a string, sittin' on a rainbow
Got the string around my finger
What a world, what a life, I'm in love
Life is a beautiful thing, as long as I hold the string
I'd be a silly so and so, if I should ever let go
I've got the world on a string, sittin' on a rainbow
Got the string around my finger
What a world
Man this is the life
And now I'm so in love!
The lyrics in "I've Got The World On A String" by Tony Bennett reflect the feeling of being on top of the world, in control of everything around you. The song opens with the line "I've got the world on a string, sittin' on a rainbow," and continues to describe the singer's feeling of success and contentment. The metaphor of the string around their finger, which holds the world, emphasizes their sense of control, as if they can manipulate the world to their wishes. The repetition of the phrase "what a world, what a life" reinforces their happiness and delight in their current position.
Throughout the song the singer demonstrates their power, claiming that they can make the rain go with a flick of their finger. They see themselves as lucky and in love with life, reveling in their ability to hold onto the world and control it at their will. The final line echoes the opening, emphasizing the message that the singer is in love with life and satisfied with their position.
Line by Line Meaning
I've got the world on a string, sittin' on a rainbow
I have the world in the palm of my hand and everything is perfect, like sitting on a rainbow.
Got the string around my finger
I have complete control over my life.
What a world, what a life, I'm in love!
I am truly happy and content with everything around me.
I've got a song that I sing
I have a positive attitude and outlook on life, and I express it through my music.
I can make the rain go, anytime I move my finger
I have the ability to control my surroundings and make things happen.
Lucky me, can't you see, I'm in love
I am fortunate and grateful for all the good things in my life, and I am deeply in love.
Life is a beautiful thing, as long as I hold the string
I understand that life is precious and I must hold on to what I have.
I'd be a silly so and so, if I should ever let go
It would be foolish of me to give up the control and the happiness I have now.
Man this is the life
I am living my best life and loving every moment of it.
Lyrics © BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC , S.A. MUSIC
Written by: HAROLD ARLEN, TED KOEHLER
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