Lyrics
Somewhere over the rainbow, way up high
Describing a distant place beyond reach, above in the sky.
There's a land that I've heard of once in a lullaby.
Refers to a place mentioned before, a land of imagination or hope.
Somewhere over the rainbow, skies are blue
Portrays the optimistic nature of this imagined place, indicating serenity and happiness.
And the dreams that you dare to dream,
The aspirations one holds and believes in.
Really do come true.
Asserting that dreams, when pursued, can become reality.
Someday I'll wish upon a star
An expression of hope, looking forward to achieving desires.
And wake up where the clouds are far behind me.
Desiring to escape difficulties and find a place of freedom and joy.
Where troubles melt like lemon drops,
Imagery depicting relief from troubles, symbolizing ease and happiness.
High above the chimney tops,
Visualizing a distant, peaceful location, away from life's struggles.
That's where you'll find me.
Indicates a specific location of peace and contentment.
Somewhere over the rainbow, blue birds fly
Referencing the freedom and beauty of nature found in this imagined place.
Birds fly over the rainbow
Reiteration of the imagery of birds flying over the rainbow, a symbol of freedom and possibility.
Why then, oh why can't I?
Expresses longing to reach that place of freedom and joy.
If happy little bluebirds fly beyond the rainbow
Questions the inability to achieve the same happiness as the birds.
Why, oh why can't I?
Repeats the longing for what seems unattainable.
Somewhere over the rainbow, way up high
Repeated description of the distant, hopeful place above.
There's a land that I've heard of once in a lullaby.
Recalls the previously mentioned land, reinforcing its existence in imagination or dreams.
Somewhere over the rainbow, skies are blue
Reiterates the positive and serene nature of the envisioned place.
And the dreams that you dare to dream,
Reaffirms the power and potential of one's dreams.
Really do come true.
Emphasizes the potential realization of dreams.
Someday I'll wish upon a star
Repeats the hope to fulfill wishes, desiring to escape to a better place.
And wake up where the clouds are far behind me.
Desiring to leave troubles behind and wake up in a carefree setting.
Where troubles melt like lemon drops,
Imagery depicting the vanishing of problems, implying happiness and ease.
High above the chimney tops,
Continuation of the vision of a peaceful and distant location.
That's where you'll find me.
Specifies the sought-after location of peace and happiness.
Somewhere over the rainbow, blue birds fly
Reiterates the freedom symbolized by the birds flying over the rainbow.
Birds fly over the rainbow
Repeated imagery of birds representing freedom and possibilities.
Why then, oh why can't I?
Expresses frustration at the inability to attain the same freedom.
If happy little bluebirds fly beyond the rainbow
Repeats the yearning for something seemingly unattainable.
Why, oh why can't I?
Continued expression of longing for unachievable happiness.
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