Still, Still, Still
A Winter's Lullaby: Embracing Silence and Anticipating Joy
Lyrics
Still, still, still still, still, still
The repetition of "Still" suggests a sense of calmness and quietness.
Still, still, still
Emphasizes the continued tranquility and stillness.
Still, still, still (Still)
Reaffirms the prevailing calmness, possibly indicating a meditative state.
One can hear the falling snow
Introduces the imagery of falling snow, a serene and peaceful natural phenomenon.
(Still, still, still) for all is hushed
Describes a hushed atmosphere, enhancing the peaceful ambiance.
The world is sleeping
Suggests a quiet and dormant world, possibly in the context of the night.
Holy Star it's vigil keeping
Refers to a Holy Star maintaining vigil, possibly symbolizing spiritual watchfulness.
Still, still, still (Still, still)
Repeats the theme of stillness, emphasizing a deep quietude.
One can hear the falling snow
Reiterates the imagery of falling snow, maintaining a serene atmosphere.
Sleep, sleep, sleep (Sleep, sleep)
Introduces the theme of sleep, suggesting a transition into a restful state.
'Tis the eve of our Savior's birth
Indicates that it is the eve of the Savior's birth, tying the lyrics to a religious or festive context.
The night is peaceful all around you
Describes the night as peaceful, setting a tranquil scene for the impending birth.
Close your eyes let sleep surround you
Encourages closing one's eyes and embracing sleep, fostering a sense of comfort.
Sleep, sleep, sleep
Repeats the call for sleep, reinforcing the idea of a peaceful night.
'Tis the eve of our Savior's birth
Restates that it is the eve of the Savior's birth, reinforcing the religious context.
Dream, dream, dream
Introduces the theme of dreaming, looking forward to a joyous future.
Of the joyous day to come
Encourages dreaming of the anticipated joyous day to come.
While guardian angels without number
Introduces guardian angels, suggesting divine protection and care.
Watch you as you sweetly slumber
Implies a sense of security as angels watch over during slumber.
Dream (Dream) , dream (Dream) , dream (Dream, dream)
Repeats the call for dreaming, emphasizing the anticipation of a joyful future.
Of the joyous day to come
Reiterates the encouragement to dream of the joyous day to come.
Dream, dream, dream (Drеam)
Continues the theme of dreaming, reinforcing the positive anticipation.
Of the joyous day to come
Repeats the call for dreaming, maintaining the focus on the anticipated joyous future.
(Dream, drеam, dream) still, still, still
Combines the theme of dreaming with the lingering sense of stillness, creating a harmonious blend.
One can hear the falling snow
Concludes with the repetition of falling snow, connecting back to the initial imagery and maintaining a serene atmosphere.
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