If Moon Was Cookie
Sesame Street · Dreamytime Songs [1996]
. . me love to look out window at night,
see all the pretty stars twinkle-twinkle.
But! you know what me like to look at best of all? The MOON!
It's so big, and round . .
. And . . . you know what moon remind me of?
It remind me of great big delicious--COOKIE!
Imagine, imagine what me do if moon was cookie.
Just imagine . . .
(Sings:)
If moon was cookie, me think me would be--
Happiest monster you ever see!
Me put on a space suit, then up through the night
Me ride in a rocket, to go take a bite . . .
Me take bite from here, me take bite from there,
And pretty soon, me bite everywhere!--
Me eat with both hands, no need fork or spoon,
Me chew it all up, until there no moon . . .
(Cookie monster speaks again:)
Wha happen!? Who turned out the lights? Oh, me know what happen!
Me eat moon, and now there no moonlight!
(Sings again:)
If moon was cookie, it wouldn't be fine;
Because if me ate it, then it wouldn't shine;
Me come to the window, and look up at night,
But no little moonbeams would give me their light . . . !
So me not like to say it, but it clear to me,
It lucky the moon is not--a cookie.
About If Moon Was Cookie
"If Moon Was Cookie" is a whimsical musical number from Sesame Street's 1996 album *Dreamytime Songs*. This recording exemplifies the show's signature blend of educational content and playful melody, featuring the beloved characters in a lighthearted narrative. The song reflects the era's approach to children's music, utilizing simple, repetitive structures designed to engage young listeners while reinforcing concepts of imagination and daily life. As part of Sesame Street's extensive discography, the track stands as a staple of their catalog, often reissued in collections such as *Platinum All-Time Favorites*. Its enduring popularity stems from its ability to combine catchy instrumentation with a message of curiosity, making it a cherished piece in the history of children's television music.