Safe and Sound
A Lullaby of Love: Embracing the Joy and Safety in Parenthood
Lyrics
Can't believe you're here now
Expressing surprise or disbelief at the current presence of someone.
Tiny dream come true
Refers to the new arrival as a small dream that has now become a reality.
The answer to a prayer now
Describing the person as the answer to a prayer, indicating a sense of gratitude and fulfillment.
I'm so in love with you
Expressing deep affection and love for the new arrival.
Couldn't wait to meet you
Anticipation and excitement about meeting the person.
Hope you like your name
Expressing hope that the person likes their given name.
I get the funny feeling
Describing a peculiar feeling that life has undergone a significant change.
Life will never be the same
Emphasizing the transformative impact of the new arrival on life.
Safe and sound
Assurance of safety and security for the new arrival.
You're here with me now
Expressing joy that the person is now present as expected.
Like I hoped you'd be
Comparing the presence of the person to a hoped-for scenario.
Safe and sound
Reiteration of safety and security provided by the speaker.
You're here with me now
Reassurance that the person's presence is sufficient.
And that's all I'll ever need
Declaring that the person's presence fulfills all needs.
The world's a scary place here
Acknowledging the world as a frightening place.
But baby it's alright
Assuring the person that everything will be okay despite the world's challenges.
I'll make sure the coast is clear
Commitment to ensuring a safe environment for the person.
So you can just sleep tight
Encouraging the person to sleep without worry.
But if you're afraid of monsters
Acknowledging common fears and promising to be close.
Like everybody is
Recognizing universal fears of monsters.
I'll be right beside you
Committing to staying close and offering comfort.
Closer than a kiss
Describing closeness in a metaphorical way.
Safe and sound
Reiteration of safety and security, now for the speaker.
I'm here with you now
Emphasizing the continuous presence of the speaker for the person.
And you will always be
Affirmation of lasting connection and safety.
Safe and sound
Reassuring the person of ongoing safety and security.
I'm here with you now
Affirming the constant support and presence of the speaker.
And that's all you'll ever need
Declaring that the person's needs are fulfilled by the speaker's presence.
Someday I'm gonna teach you
Expressing a future intention to teach a significant lesson.
The reason why we pray
Explaining the purpose of prayer and its impact on receiving love.
So that heaven's love may reach you
Connecting prayer to the continuous presence of heavenly love.
Every single day
Emphasizing the importance of incorporating prayer into daily life.
So, baby close your eyes now
Encouraging the person to close their eyes and join in prayer.
And say a prayer with me
Inviting the person to participate in a shared prayer.
Lord, I lay me down to sleep now
Quoting a traditional bedtime prayer as part of the shared moment.
But I know I will be
Expressing confidence in the effectiveness of the prayer.
Safe and sound
Reiteration of safety and security for the person and others present.
You're here with us now
Affirming the collective presence and support for the person.
And we will always be
Asserting the lasting nature of safety and security for everyone.
Safe and sound You're here with us now
Reassuring the person and the collective group of their constant presence.
And that's all we'll ever, all we'll ever need
Declaring that the collective presence is all that is needed.
You're all we'll ever need
Affirmation that the collective presence is sufficient for all needs.
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