My Little Buttercup
Randy Newman · Other Songs - Randy Newman
My little buttercup has the sweetest smile
Dear little buttercup, won't you stay awhile
Come with me where moonbeams paint the sky
And you and I might linger in the sweet by and by, oh...
Dear little buttercup, with your eyes so blue
Oh little buttercup, you' re a dream come true
You and I will settle down in a cottage built for two
Oh, dear little buttercup, I love you...
Everybody!
My little buttercup, has the sweetest smile
Dear little buttercup won't you stay awhile
You and I will settle down in a cottage built for two, oh
Dear little buttercup
Sweet little buttercup,
My little buttercup
I love you
Dear little buttercup, won't you stay awhile
Come with me where moonbeams paint the sky
And you and I might linger in the sweet by and by, oh...
Dear little buttercup, with your eyes so blue
Oh little buttercup, you' re a dream come true
You and I will settle down in a cottage built for two
Oh, dear little buttercup, I love you...
Everybody!
My little buttercup, has the sweetest smile
Dear little buttercup won't you stay awhile
You and I will settle down in a cottage built for two, oh
Dear little buttercup
Sweet little buttercup,
My little buttercup
I love you
My Little Buttercup
Randy Newman's "My Little Buttercup" stands as a quintessential example of his signature style, blending satirical wit with a gentle, almost nursery-rhyme melody. Released in 1972 on the album "Sail Away," the track exemplifies Newman's ability to craft songs that appear innocent on the surface while concealing sharp social commentary beneath. The composition features his distinctive vocal delivery and piano-driven arrangement, characteristic of his work during the early 1970s. It remains a staple of his discography, often performed live to highlight his unique approach to storytelling and his knack for turning everyday observations into memorable musical pieces.