On the Sunny Side of the Street

Embracing Radiance: Revel in Life's Sunshine with Peggy Lee's Melodic Wisdom
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Lyrics

Walked with no one and talked with no one

Expresses a period of solitude and lack of social interaction.

And I had nothing but shadows

Describes a state of emptiness or darkness in life.

Then one morning you passed

Introduces a turning point where someone significant enters the speaker's life.

And I brightened at last

Highlights the positive impact of the person, bringing brightness and joy.

Now I greet the day and complete the day

Emphasizes the newfound positivity and completeness in the speaker's life.

With the sun in my heart

Metaphorically describes an optimistic and warm emotional state.

All my worry blew away

Expresses the dispelling of worries and troubles in the presence of the significant person.

When you taught me how to say

Acknowledges the role of the person in teaching the speaker a positive way of living.


Grab your coat and get your hat

Encourages action and readiness to go out.

Leave your worry on the doorstep

Advises leaving worries behind and focusing on the present moment.

Just direct your feet

Guides toward a positive direction in life, symbolized by the sunny side of the street.

To the sunny side of the street

Encourages a shift toward optimism and positivity.

Can't you hear a pitter-pat?

Describes a joyful sound, possibly footsteps, associated with happiness.

And that happy tune is your step

Connects the happy tune with the person's steps, reinforcing the positive influence.

Life can be so sweet

Reflects on the sweetness of life when one embraces optimism.

On the sunny side of the street

Reiterates the benefits of being on the sunny side of the street.


I used to walk in the shade

Recalls a past of walking in the shade, suggesting a less positive and more challenging time.

With those blues on parade

Describes a previous state of feeling down or experiencing sadness.

But I'm not afraid

Declares a newfound courage and lack of fear in the current positive state.

This Rover crossed over

Metaphorically signifies a positive change or transformation in the speaker's life.


If I never have a cent

Expresses contentment regardless of financial wealth.

I'd be rich as Rockefeller

Draws a comparison to being as rich as Rockefeller, emphasizing a different form of wealth.

Gold dust at my feet

Symbolizes a feeling of abundance and prosperity.

On the sunny side of the street

Reiterates the positive atmosphere on the sunny side of the street.

Grab your street

Repeats the encouragement to embrace the positive side of life.

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