Shoe Shine Boy
Shine Through Life: The Inspiring Tale of a Shoe Shine Boy
Lyrics
Though you haven't many toys
Despite having few toys
You don't envy any boys
No jealousy towards other boys
Every day's a work day
Every day is dedicated to work
Your work is just a game
Work is approached with a playful attitude
I'd like to sing your praise
Expressing admiration, but not aware of the person's name
But I don't know your name
Unknown identity prevents specific praise
You're just a shoe shine boy
Referring to a hardworking shoe shine boy
You work hard all day
The boy labors diligently throughout the day
Shoe shine boy
Emphasizing the focus on work rather than play
Got no time to play
Time constraints for recreational activities
Every nickel helps a lot
Every small contribution is valuable
So shine, shine, shoe shine boy
Encouragement to continue shining shoes
You find joy in the things you do
Finding happiness in one's actions
Shoe shine boy seldom ever blue
A shoe shine boy is rarely sad
You're content with what you've got
Contentment with what one possesses
So shine, shine, shoe shine boy
Encouragement to continue shining shoes
People look at you with scorn
Facing disdain due to worn-out clothing
'Cause your clothes are worn and torn
Despite hardships, no complaints
Still you never whine
Persistence without self-pity
You keep looking up and down the street
Observing passersby while working
Pleading with each one you meet
Asking for support from those encountered
Brother, can you spare a shine?
A plea for assistance: "Brother, can you spare a shine?"
Oh, shoe shine boy, soon the day will come
A prediction that a brighter day will come for the shoe shine boy
Shoe shine boy soon a tune you'll hum
Anticipation of the shoe shine boy humming a tune soon
Every nickel helps a lot
Reiterating the value of every small contribution
So shine, shine, shoe shine boy
Encouragement to persist in shining shoes
Shoe shine, shoe shine boy
Repeating the encouragement to shine shoes
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