Cabin in the Sky
Vaughn Monroe Lyrics

The lyrics to Vaughn Monroe's "Cabin in the Sky" seem to paint a picture of a place that seems too good to be true or perhaps a paradise that exists only in dreams. The opening line, "There's a little cabin in the sky, baby, for me and for you" creates an image of a cozy and charming place that is high up in the clouds. The singer seems to have a strong sense of belief that this cabin in the sky is real and that it holds promise for him and his love interest.

The next line, "I feel that it's true somehow" further emphasizes the singer's confidence in the existence of this cabin. He is convinced that it is not just a figment of his imagination, that this cabin is a reality waiting to be discovered. The lyrics then progress to a plea for his lover to join him in his vision, "Can't you see that cabin in the sky, baby? An acre or two of heavenly blue to plow." Here, the singer is urging his lover to imagine this idyllic place with him, and he describes it as a peaceful and bountiful haven that they can share.

The chorus follows with a joyful and optimistic outlook on life, "We will be or so gay, eat fried chicken every day, as the angels go sailing by." This sentiment conveys that the singer believes all of his troubles and worries will be left behind in this cabin in the sky. The lyrics end with a final expression of hope and happiness, "That is why my heart is flying high, baby, for I know we'll have a cabin in the sky." The song itself draws on the African-American folk tradition, and the lyrics are full of vivid imagery, metaphors, and a strong sense of aspiration and hope.