Rainbow
Warwick Lyrics


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Somewhere over the rainbow, way up high
There's a land that I've heard of once in a lullaby.
Somewhere over the rainbow, skies are blue
And the dreams that you dare to dream,
Really do come true.

Someday I'll wish upon a star
And wake up where the clouds are far behind me.
Where troubles melt like lemon drops,
High above the chimney tops,
That's where you'll find me.

Somewhere over the rainbow, blue birds fly
Birds fly over the rainbow
Why then, oh why can't I?
If happy little bluebirds fly beyond the rainbow
Why, oh why can't I?

Somewhere over the rainbow, way up high
There's a land that I've heard of once in a lullaby.
Somewhere over the rainbow, skies are blue
And the dreams that you dare to dream,
Really do come true.

Someday I'll wish upon a star
And wake up where the clouds are far behind me.
Where troubles melt like lemon drops,
High above the chimney tops,
That's where you'll find me.

Somewhere over the rainbow, blue birds fly
Birds fly over the rainbow
Why then, oh why can't I?




If happy little bluebirds fly beyond the rainbow
Why, oh why can't I?

Overall Meaning

Warwick's song Rainbow is a beautiful, bittersweet ode to the power of dreams and the longing for a better life. The song's lyrics evoke a sense of yearning and nostalgia, as well as the hope that comes with imagining a better future. The opening line "Somewhere over the rainbow, way up high" sets the tone for the song's dream-like atmosphere, as Warwick paints a picture of a magical land that exists only in dreams.


The second line "There's a land that I've heard of once in a lullaby" suggests that this magical place is not real but is instead a figment of the singer's imagination or a distant memory. Nevertheless, Warwick holds on to the dream of this place, where "skies are blue" and "the dreams that you dare to dream, really do come true."


The chorus of the song reinforces the theme of dreaming and the power of hope, as Warwick sings "Someday I'll wish upon a star and wake up where the clouds are far behind me. Where troubles melt like lemon drops, high above the chimney tops, that's where you'll find me." Here, Warwick imagines a world that is free from worry and pain, a world where she can be truly happy.


In the song's final verse, Warwick wonders why she cannot fly like the blue birds that soar over the rainbow. It is a poignant moment that highlights the contrast between the singer's dreams and her reality, but also underscores the enduring power of hope and imagination.


Line by Line Meaning

Somewhere over the rainbow, way up high
There is a magical place beyond the sky where dreams can come true.


There's a land that I've heard of once in a lullaby.
The idea of this place comes from a soothing song.


Somewhere over the rainbow, skies are blue
In this magical place, the sky is always a perfect shade of blue.


And the dreams that you dare to dream, Really do come true.
If you have the courage to dream big, those dreams can become a reality.


Someday I'll wish upon a star
I have a wish I want to come true, and I believe in the power of wishing on a star to make it happen.


And wake up where the clouds are far behind me.
I will wake up in that magical place where I can leave behind all of my worries and doubts.


Where troubles melt like lemon drops, High above the chimney tops, That's where you'll find me.
In this place, my problems will disappear like lemon drops melting away. I will be high above the world, living my dreams.


Somewhere over the rainbow, blue birds fly
In this beautiful place, blue birds fly free and happy.


Birds fly over the rainbow
The birds are able to go beyond the rainbow and explore the magical land.


Why then, oh why can't I?
I want to follow the birds and explore this magical world too.


If happy little bluebirds fly beyond the rainbow
I see that the blue birds are happy in this magical place.


Why, oh why can't I?
I want to share in that happiness and live my dreams beyond the rainbow.




Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Yip Harburg, Harold Arlen

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Josie Chaplin

Ms. Dionne Warwick = The definition of elegance and class 💯💖👑

Cornelia Albering

Burt and Dionne’s music, voice & Hal’s lyrics will always be in our hearts👏❣️🥰🎶

Carleda Tinkler

Just one perfect collaboration. Couldn't imagine any one better to represent and sing their songs than Dionne!

Marlene Apicel

What a musical triumvirate — Burt, Dionne, Hal❤️👍👏

LUIZ CARLOS DE CASTRO DIAS

As canções de Burt nos levam a levitar para uma dimensão superior a esta, terrena, a uma dimensão do amor, sublime amor, para um lugar em que não há cruéis despedidas. Muito obrigado Bacharach, por, em meu tempo de vida, ter o privilégio de ouvir suas canções!!!

Chip H

I could listen to Dionne Warwick forever. She has such a soothing voice. She is an American treasure icon.

Janet Moss

Me too ..I second that🇯🇲🇯🇲

Thelma Vergel De Dios

Dionne Warwick delivered Burt Bacharach's music to epic degrees of magnificence and delight. Thank you Dionne we love you ❤️

Sally Eckhoff

She nailed the recording of "Anyone Who Had A Heart" in one take at the age of 23.
A blazing talent. Love her.

William Zavlaris

Pure gold!! Burt and Dionne are a match made in heaven. The memories are incredible! Thanks so much for uploading.

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