Cinderella
Cinderella

Steven Curtis Chapman - Cinderella Lyrics

This ditty is a poignant waltz through the stages of fatherhood, with a fairy-tale twist. The protagonist, a weary dad, finds joy and purpose in his daughter's requests to dance - she's his Cinderella. From childhood make-believe to prom night jitters to… Read more

Christian & Gospel
Oct 23, 2007
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Cinderella Music Video

Cinderella Lyrics

She spins and she sways
To whatever song plays
Without a care in the world
And I'm sitting here wearing
The weight of the world on my shoulders

It's been a long day
And there's still work to do
She's pulling at me saying

"Dad, I need you
There's a ball at the castle
And I've been invited
And I need to practice my dancing
Oh, please, Daddy, please"

So I will dance with Cinderella
While she is here in my arms
'Cause I know something the prince never knew
Oh, I will dance with Cinderella
I don't wanna miss even one song
'Cause all too soon the clock will strike midnight
And she'll be gone

She says he's a nice guy and I'd be impressed
She wants to know if I approve of her dress
She says,
"Dad, the prom is just one week away
And I need to practice my dancing
Oh, please, Daddy, please?"

So I will dance with Cinderella
While she is here in my arms
'Cause I know something the prince never knew
Oh, I will dance with Cinderella
I don't wanna miss even one song
Cause all too soon the clock will strike midnight
And she'll be gone

She will be gone

Well, she came home today with a ring on her hand
Just glowing and telling us all they had planned
She says,
"Dad, the wedding's still six months away
But I need to practice my dancing
Oh, please, Daddy, please?"

So I will dance with Cinderella
While she is here in my arms
'Cause I know something the prince never knew
Oh, I will dance with Cinderella
I don't wanna miss even one song
'Cause all too soon the clock will strike midnight
And she'll be gone

Writer(s): Steven Chapman
Copyright(s): Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Capitol CMG Publishing
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What is the Meaning of Cinderella?

This ditty is a poignant waltz through the stages of fatherhood, with a fairy-tale twist. The protagonist, a weary dad, finds joy and purpose in his daughter's requests to dance - she's his Cinderella. From childhood make-believe to prom night jitters to wedding day excitement, each verse marks a milestone in her life and their relationship. But alas! Time is the cruel villain here. Just like Cinderella's magical night at the ball, these precious moments are fleeting. As the clock strikes midnight (a metaphor for her growing up), he realizes she'll soon be gone from his everyday life. This song serves as a tender reminder for all parents: don't miss out on the dance because before you know it, your little Cinderella will be all grown up.

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