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Introduction
“Nice to Be Here” by The Moody Blues feels like a breath of fresh air—a whimsical, uplifting tune that transports you to a place of serenity and simplicity. When you listen to it, it’s like stepping into a peaceful garden, away from the noise of the world. The gentle melodies paired with the poetic lyrics evoke a sense of childlike wonder, reminding us that there’s beauty in slowing down and appreciating the present moment.
What’s especially striking about this song is its playful quality. The lyrics invite you into a world where animals dance, and nature comes alive. It’s as if the Moody Blues are encouraging us to tap into that childlike sense of awe that we often lose as adults. The imagery of animals and nature comes together to create this beautiful metaphor for harmony, joy, and the simple pleasures of life. It’s the kind of song that makes you want to lay on the grass and stare at the sky, appreciating how nice it is just to be here, now, in this moment.
Musically, it’s a gentle departure from some of the band’s more philosophical or rock-driven tracks. The soft instrumentation, soothing vocals, and playful tone all blend perfectly to create a lighthearted atmosphere. It’s as if the band took a step back and decided to remind us that it’s okay to be carefree, to enjoy life without overthinking.
What makes “Nice to Be Here” so special is that it resonates differently depending on where you are in life. For some, it’s a reminder to pause and appreciate the small joys; for others, it’s a nostalgic nod to simpler times. Either way, it’s a song that leaves you with a smile, a rare gem that encourages you to reconnect with your inner child and savor the beauty of the world around you.
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Lyrics
Nice to be here hope you agree
Lying in the sun
Lovely weather, must climb a tree
The show has just begun
All the leaves start swaying
To the breeze that’s playing
On a thousand violins
And the bees are humming
To a frog sat strumming
On a guitar with only one string
I can see them they can’t see me
I feel out of sight
I can see them they can’t see me
Much to my delight
And it seems worth noting
Water rats were boating
As a lark began to sing
The sounds kept coming
With Jack Rabbit loudly drumming
On the side of a biscuit tin
I can see them they can’t see me
I feel out of sight
I can see them they can’t see me
Much to my delight
Silver minnows were devising
Water ballet so surprising
A mouse played a daffodil
A mole came up blinking
Underneath an owl who’s thinking
How he came to be sat on a hill
I can see them they can’t see me
I feel out of sight
I can see them they can’t see me
Much to my delight
I know you won’t believe me
But I’m certain that I did see
A mouse playing daffodil
All the band was really jumping
With Jack Rabbit in there thumping
I found that I couldn’t sit still
I just had to make it with them
Cause they played my kind of rhythm
And the bees hummed in harmony
And the owl played his oboe
Then the frog’s guitar solo
It was all just too much for me
I know you won’t believe me
But I’m certain that I did see
A mouse playing daffodil
All the band was really jumping
With Jack Rabbit in there thumping
I found that I couldn’t sit still