Lyrics
Look at the clear blue sky
Encouragement to observe the beautiful, unobstructed sky.
and see the lily in the valley.
Reference to a lily in the valley, symbolizing purity and beauty.
Under a shady tree,
Describing a peaceful location under a tree.
there is a spot for you and me.
Indicating a shared space for both the speaker and the listener.
And listen to the birds in choir:
Highlighting the harmonious singing of birds in a choir.
they sing a song like there’s something to come.
Suggesting optimism and anticipation in the birds' song.
Well have you noticed a new season:
Observation of a new season, symbolically representing positive change.
winter is past, the rains are over and gone.
Signifying the end of winter and the arrival of a more favorable period.
Flowers appear upon the earth.
Noting the emergence of flowers on the earth.
Breathe in the summer scent,
Encouraging the listener to inhale the pleasant fragrance of summer.
you’ll smell the blossoms on the vines.
Referring to the aroma of blossoms on vines.
When on the mountainside,
Describing a mountain path leading to a shrine, possibly symbolizing a spiritual journey.
a path is leading to a shrine.
Continuation of the description of the scenic path.
And listen to the birds in choir:
Reiteration of birds singing in a choir, emphasizing anticipation.
they sing a song like there’s something to come.
Re-emphasizing the optimistic tone in the birds' song.
Well have you noticed a new season:
Confirmation of the arrival of a new, positive season.
winter is past, the rains are over and gone.
Reiteration of the end of winter and the passing of rains.
Flowers appear upon the earth.
Reaffirmation of the blooming of flowers on the earth.
Come see the clear blue sky,
Invitation to witness the clear blue sky.
come follow lilies through the valley.
Encouragement to follow lilies through the valley, possibly symbolizing a journey of beauty and purity.
Beside a running stream
Reference to a serene spot by a running stream.
there’s still a spot for you and me.
Reiteration of a shared spot for both the speaker and the listener.
Do not fear to cross the river.
Assurance not to fear crossing a river, implying a transition or challenge.
There’s a life to live forever!
Conveying the idea of eternal life beyond the river, fostering hope and reassurance.
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