Golden Slumbers
Embracing Dreams: Unveiling the Meaning of 'Golden Slumbers'
Lyrics
Once there was a way,
Introduction to a past solution or method.
To get back homeward.
Reference to a path or means to return home.
Once there was a way
Repetition of the idea of a past way to return home.
To get back home.
Reiteration of the concept of finding a way back home.
Sleep, pretty darling,
Addressing someone affectionately and encouraging them to sleep without worry.
Dot not cry
Instruction not to cry, indicating reassurance.
And I will sing a lullaby.
Promising to sing a soothing lullaby.
Golden slumbers,
Introducing the metaphor of "golden slumbers" as a peaceful and blissful state of sleep.
Fill your eyes
Encouraging the listener to let peaceful thoughts fill their eyes.
Smiles await you when you rise
Promising joy and happiness upon waking up.
Sleep pretty darling
Reiteration of the request for the listener to sleep without crying.
Do not cry
Reassurance of singing a comforting lullaby.
And I will sing a lullaby.
Empty line, possibly for emphasis or pause.
Once there was a way
Emphasis on the existence of a historical method to reach home.
To get back homeward
Reiteration of the concept of finding a way back home.
Once there was a way
Repetition for emphasis on the existence of a past method to return home.
To get back home
Restating the concept of finding a way back home.
Sleep, pretty darling
Reassuring someone to sleep peacefully without tears.
Do not cry
Instruction not to cry, emphasizing comfort and reassurance.
And I will sing a lullaby.
Commitment to singing a soothing lullaby.
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