Look A Little Closer
Sesame Street · Other Songs - Sesame Street
All of us can see each day
Now let's all take a look at it
Closer in every way
You'll see many things
That you'd never believe were there
So come and look a little closer
If you dare
Although there's so many tiny little parts
That your eyes can't see
You couldn't ever hope to guess
What it's gonna turn out to be
Is it round or flat, skinny, square
Or short or tall?
Close up it doesn't look like
What it is in any way at all
Did you guess what it is?
That's right!
Look A Little Closer
Sesame Street's 'Look A Little Closer' stands as a quintessential example of the show's musical approach, blending educational themes with catchy melodies designed for young audiences. Recorded during the series' long-running history, the track exemplifies the collaborative spirit of the cast and crew, featuring iconic characters like Elmo and Cookie Monster in a narrative that encourages close observation and engagement. The song's simple structure and repetitive chorus make it an enduring staple of children's television music, reinforcing social skills and attention spans through familiar, upbeat instrumentation. As part of the show's extensive catalog of original compositions, it reflects the enduring legacy of Sesame Street in shaping early childhood education through accessible and joyful sonic landscapes.