My Ship
Tony Bennett;Ralph Sharon & his Orchestra Lyrics
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The decks are trimmed with gold
And of jam and spice there's a paradise in the hold
My ship's aglow with a million pearls
And rubies fill each bin
The sun sits high in a sapphire sky when my ship comes in
Till it appears
One fine day one spring
But the pearls and such
They won't mean much if there's missing just one thing
I do not care if that day arrives
That dream need never be
If the ship I sing doesn't also bring
My own true love to me
If the ship I sing doesn't also bring my own true love to me
In "My Ship," Tony Bennett, Ralph Sharon, and his Orchestra sing about a fantastical ship that represents a perfect paradise. The first verse describes the ship's exquisite features. The sails are made of delicate silk, and the decks are adorned with gold. The hold of the ship contains jars of jam and spice, symbolizing a hidden treasure of pleasure and abundance.
Moving into the chorus, the lyrics paint a picture of opulence and beauty. The ship is said to be aglow with a million pearls, and every bin is filled with precious rubies. It creates a scene of unimaginable wealth and luxury. The sun shines brightly in a sky of sapphire, indicating a perfect and idyllic environment.
In the third verse, the lyrics take on a more contemplative tone. The singer acknowledges the passage of time but remains patient for the ship to arrive. They can wait for years, anticipating the day when the ship will finally appear, possibly during the spring. However, even with all the riches and splendor aboard the ship, one crucial thing is missing.
The final verse reveals the true desire of the singer's heart. All the riches and grandeur mean very little if the ship does not also bring their own true love. The dream of wealth and paradise pales in comparison to the longing for genuine love and companionship. By intertwining the ship's arrival with the arrival of true love, the lyrics convey the idea that material possessions alone cannot bring true happiness.
In conclusion, "My Ship" symbolizes a vessel of boundless wealth and extravagance. However, the song underscores the importance of love and connection in life. No matter how luxurious the ship may be, its arrival brings little joy unless it also brings the singer's own true love. The lyrics serve as a reminder that the most significant and fulfilling aspects of life are often intangible and cannot be attained solely through material possessions.
Line by Line Meaning
My ship has sails that are made of silk
The vessel I speak of possesses luxurious qualities, with sails crafted from fine silk.
The decks are trimmed with gold
To further exude opulence, the ship's decks are adorned with golden accents.
And of jam and spice there's a paradise in the hold
Within the ship's storage area lies a treasure trove of delicious preserves and aromatic spices.
My ship's aglow with a million pearls
I envision my ship shimmering radiantly with an abundance of pearls.
And rubies fill each bin
The bins on board are brimming with precious rubies, enhancing the ship's allure.
The sun sits high in a sapphire sky when my ship comes in
When my ship finally arrives, a scene of utmost beauty unfolds, with the sun bathing the sky in a resplendent sapphire hue.
I can wait the years
I am willing to patiently endure the passage of time.
Till it appears
Until the arrival of my awaited ship.
One fine day one spring
A particular day of exquisite quality, during the season of rebirth.
But the pearls and such
However, the pearls and other extravagant elements.
They won't mean much if there's missing just one thing
Will hold little significance if one vital aspect is absent.
I do not care if that day arrives
I remain indifferent to the possibility of that specific day's occurrence.
That dream need never be
For the dream in question may forever remain unfulfilled.
If the ship I sing doesn't also bring
Unless the ship I rejoice in also carries.
My own true love to me
My destined and genuine love companion to my side.
If the ship I sing doesn't also bring my own true love to me
Should the ship I celebrate fail to deliver my one and only true love, its splendor loses significance.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Songtrust Ave, Reservoir Media Management, Inc., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Ira Gershwin, Kurt Weill
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