I think everyone on the planet probably knows the song, it has been the subject of many jokes. But to me while I do understand the reason for the jokes I also know what the song really means. Something that many may not know is that this song was somewhat re-arranged by the Disney Company. So in reality the jokes about the song are in reference to the way that they changed the tempo and feel of the song. This song was crated by Master songwriters Richard and Robert Sherman, two brothers who never really associate in a social manner but were able to create the songs of our childhood when working together. So below you can read the lyrics of “It’s a small world” and don’t cringe, just read it and remember that it’s a Prayer for Peace. If you don’t know much about the Sherman brothers, just google them and be amazed.
By Richard M. and Robert B. Sherman
It’s a world of laughter,
A world of tears.
It’s a world of hopes,
And a world of fears.
There’s so much that we share,
That it’s time we’re aware,
It’s a small world after all.
Chorus:
It’s a small world after all.
It’s a small world after all.
It’s a small world after all.
It’s a small, small world.
There is just one moon,
And one golden sun.
And a smile means,
Friendship to every one.
Though the mountains divide,
And the oceans are wide,
It’s a small world after all.
Chorus:
It’s a small world after all.
It’s a small world after all.
It’s a small world after all.
It’s a small, small world.
