On the Sunny Side of the Street
Walking in Sunshine: Embracing Life's Bright Side with Benny Goodman
Lyrics
Walked with no one and talked with no one
Describes a period of solitude and lack of communication with others.
And I had nothing but shadows
Expresses a sense of emptiness or darkness in life.
Then one morning you passed
Introduces a turning point with the encounter of someone special.
And I brightened at last
Indicates an uplift in mood or spirit upon seeing the mentioned person.
Now I greet the day and complete the day
Highlights the positive impact of the person on the speaker's daily life.
With the sun in my heart
Suggests a newfound joy or optimism, symbolized by the sun in the heart.
All my worry blew away
Expresses a release of worries in the presence of the special person.
When you taught me how to say
Credits the person for teaching the speaker a positive way of expression.
Grab your coat and get your hat
Encourages taking action, preparing to go out with enthusiasm.
Leave your worry on the doorstep
Suggests leaving behind worries and approaching life with a positive mindset.
Just direct your feet
Advises moving toward a brighter and more optimistic path.
To the sunny side of the street
Directs towards the positive side of life, symbolized by the sunny side of the street.
Can't you hear a pitter-pat?
Refers to the sound of footsteps, possibly reflecting a joyful and confident walk.
And that happy tune is your step
Associates a happy tune with the person's steps, reinforcing the positive atmosphere.
Life can be so sweet
Emphasizes the sweetness of life when embracing a positive outlook.
On the sunny side of the street
Reiterates the benefits of being on the sunny side of the street.
I used to walk in the shade
Contrasts the past, where the speaker walked in the shade, with the current positivity.
With those blues on parade
Mentions previous struggles or sadness symbolized by "blues on parade."
But I'm not afraid
Expresses a lack of fear or worry in the present moment.
This Rover crossed over
Introduces the idea of overcoming challenges or obstacles.
If I never have a cent
Acknowledges the potential lack of material wealth but emphasizes a rich and positive mindset.
I'd be rich as Rockefeller
Compares personal richness to the wealth of Rockefeller.
Gold dust at my feet
Uses "gold dust at my feet" metaphorically to convey a sense of prosperity and contentment.
On the sunny side of the street
Reiterates the joy and positivity experienced on the sunny side of the street.
Grab your street
Encourages action, repeating the earlier theme of stepping out onto the sunny side of the street.
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