Anthem Lights - Little Mermaid Medley Lyrics
Lyrics
Look at this stuff
Isn't it neat?
Wouldn't you think my collection's complete?
The seaweed is always greener in somebody else's lake
Look at this trove
Treasures untold
How many wonders can one cavern hold?
You dream about going up there
But that is a big mistake
Gadgets and gizmos of plenty
I've got whose-its and whats-its galore
Just look at the world around you
Right here on the ocean floor
You want thingamabob's
I've got twenty
But who cares?
No big deal
I want more
What more is you looking for?
Under the sea
Under the sea
Darling, its better down where its wetter
Take it from me
Up on the shore they work all day
Out in the sun, they slave away
While we devoting for time to floating
Under the sea (Under the sea)
Under the sea (Under the sea)
Under the sea (Under the sea)
Under the sea, yeah
There you see her
Sitting there across the way
She don't got a lot to say
But there's something about her, oh
And you don't know why
But you're dying to try
You wanna kiss the girl
Oh
Shalalalalala
Float along and listen to the song
The song say kiss the girl
Shalalalalala
Music play
Do what the music say
Go on and kiss the girl
Kiss the girl
Kiss the girl
Kiss the girl
Up where they walk
Up where they run
Up where they stay all day in the sun
Out of the sea
Wish I could be
Part of your world
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Meaning & Inspiration
Anthem Lights' "Little Mermaid Medley," released on November 4, 2016, offers a delightful and surprisingly profound sonic journey, weaving together iconic melodies from Disney's "The Little Mermaid" into a cohesive and enjoyable experience. While the immediate association is with childhood nostalgia, a deeper listen, especially through the lens of faith, reveals a rich tapestry of themes that resonate with timeless spiritual truths. The medley opens with Ariel's iconic yearning, "Look at this stuff, isn't it neat? Wouldn't you think my collection's complete?" This initial exultation in earthly possessions, though presented with childlike wonder, subtly mirrors the human tendency to accumulate and find satisfaction in the tangible. It brings to mind verses like 1 John 2:16, which warns, "For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh and the desires of the eyes and pride of life—is not from the Father but is from the world." Ariel's growing dissatisfaction, the unspoken "I want more," speaks to the inherent emptiness that material wealth cannot fill, a truth echoed in Ecclesiastes 5:10: "Whoever loves money never has enough; whoever loves wealth is never satisfied with their income."
The transition into the infectious rhythm of "Under the Sea" brings a different perspective, celebrating the contentment found in one's present circumstances and the joy of community. Sebastian’s plea, "Darling, it's better down where it's wetter," can be interpreted as an encouragement to appreciate the blessings we have, rather than constantly yearning for what lies beyond. This resonates with Philippians 4:11-12, where Paul states, "I have learned the secret of being content in any and every circumstance… I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have been through hunger and thirst, and I have been through plenty and hunger. I have learned to be content in whatever state I am." The song beautifully illustrates that fulfillment is not found in exotic locations or grand possessions, but in embracing the life God has given us.
The medley's inclusion of "Kiss the Girl" introduces the theme of love and attraction, a universal human experience that, when viewed through a spiritual lens, can point to the divine love that underpins all healthy relationships. The gentle urging to "Do what the music say, go on and kiss the girl" can be seen as a metaphor for taking brave steps in love and connection, guided by the prompting of our hearts and perhaps, a divine nudge. Proverbs 3:5-6 encourages us to "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." This sentiment of bold, loving action, when aligned with God's will, is a powerful force for good.
Finally, Ariel's poignant lament, "Out of the sea, wish I could be, part of your world," captures the deep-seated human desire for belonging and transformation. This yearning for something more, for a different existence, can be powerfully connected to our spiritual journey. The Bible speaks extensively of our longing for a heavenly home, for a renewed existence in Christ. John 14:2-3 assures us, "My Father’s house has many rooms; if it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am." Anthem Lights’ "Little Mermaid Medley," with its thoughtful sequencing and engaging vocal arrangements, transcends its origins to offer a relatable exploration of human desire, contentment, and longing, subtly inviting us to consider where our true "world" lies and the ultimate fulfillment that awaits.