The Best Is Yet to Come
Embracing Tomorrow's Joy: Ella Fitzgerald's Musical Optimism
Lyrics
Out of the tree of life I just picked me a plum
Expressing the joy of finding something valuable in the journey of life.
You came along and everything's startin' to hum
Describing the positive impact of someone's presence on one's life.
Still, it's a real good bet, the best is yet to come
Optimistically anticipating that the best moments are yet to come.
Best is yet to come and babe, won't that be fine?
Reiterating the belief that the future holds wonderful experiences.
You think you've seen the sun, but you ain't seen it shine
Suggesting that what has been experienced so far is just a glimpse of happiness.
Wait till the warm-up's underway
Encouraging patience for positive developments and improvements.
Wait till our lips have met
Highlighting the anticipation of a romantic encounter through the metaphor of lips meeting.
And wait till you see that sunshine day
Emphasizing the brightness and positivity that will come with the awaited moment.
You ain't seen nothin' yet
Assuring that the best is yet to come, building on the idea of undiscovered joy.
The best is yet to come and babe, won't it be fine?
Reaffirming the expectation of a wonderful future, expressing excitement.
Best is yet to come, come the day you're mine
Stating that the best moments will arrive on the day when the person becomes theirs.
Come the day you're mine
Repeating the anticipation of a special day when the person becomes romantically involved.
I'm gonna teach you to fly
Metaphorically expressing the desire to teach and guide the person toward new experiences.
We've only tasted the wine
Indicating that the joys of life have only been briefly experienced.
We're gonna drain the cup dry
Expressing the intention to fully experience and enjoy the pleasures of life together.
Wait till your charms are right for these arms to surround
Encouraging patience until the right time when the person's qualities are appreciated.
You think you've flown before, but baby, you ain't left the ground
Comparing past experiences to limited flights, suggesting that more profound experiences are ahead.
Wait till you're locked in my embrace
Anticipating the closeness and intimacy that will be felt in a romantic embrace.
Wait till I draw you near
Emphasizing the longing to draw the person near, building on the theme of romantic connection.
Wait till you see that sunshine place
Highlighting the brightness and positivity of the awaited future.
Ain't nothin' like it here
Expressing the uniqueness and incomparable nature of the anticipated joyful moments.
The best is yet to come and babe, won't it be fine?
Reiterating the excitement about the anticipated wonderful moments in the future.
The best is yet to come, come the day you're mine
Stating that the best moments will come when the person becomes romantically connected.
Come the day you're mine
Repeating the idea of a special day when the person becomes romantically involved.
And you're gonna be mine
Asserting the future possession of the person in a romantic sense.
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