Lyrics
Once there was a way,
Reflecting on a past solution or path.
To get back homeward.
Describing a way to return home.
Once there was a way
Reiterating the existence of a past solution.
To get back home.
Repeating the idea of finding a way back home.
Sleep, pretty darling,
Encouraging someone to sleep without worry.
Dot not cry
Advising against crying.
And I will sing a lullaby.
Offering to sing a comforting lullaby.
Golden slumbers,
Referring to pleasant dreams (golden slumbers).
Fill your eyes
Describing the effect on one's eyes during sleep.
Smiles await you when you rise
Anticipating happiness upon waking up.
Sleep pretty darling
Reassuring someone to sleep peacefully.
Do not cry
Repeating the advice not to cry.
And I will sing a lullaby.
Reiterating the offer to sing a calming lullaby.
Once there was a way
Recalling a past way to return home.
To get back homeward
Emphasizing a historical solution for going homeward.
Once there was a way
Reiterating the existence of a past way to get home.
To get back home
Repeating the idea of finding a way back home.
Sleep, pretty darling
Encouraging someone to sleep without worry.
Do not cry
Advising against crying.
And I will sing a lullaby.
Offering to sing a comforting lullaby.
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