Lyrics of Trust In Me — Sterling Holloway
Soundtrack: Classic Disney
Lyrics
Trust In Me Song Lyrics
Trust in me, just in me
Shut your eyes, trust in me
You can sleep, safe and sound
Knowing I am around
Sleep into silent slumber
Sail on a silver mist
Slowly and surely your senses
Will cease to resist
Just relax, be at rest
Like a bird, in a nest
Trust in me, just in me
Shut your eyes, and trust in me
Trust in me, just in me
Shut your eyes, and trust in me
Classic Disney
Soundtrack Lyrics for Cartoon, 2003
Track Listing
Brad Kane and Lea Salonga
Elton John
Angela Lansbury
Samuel E. Wright
Elton John
Samuel E. Wright
Elton John
The Little Mermaid
Julie Andrews
Dick Van Dyke
Julie Andrews
Hayley Mills
The Beach Boys & Annette Funicello
Burl Ives
Paul Frees
J. Pat O'Malley
Kirk Douglas
Jud Conlon Chorus
Jimmy MacDonald
Ilene Woods
James Baskett
Tchaikovsky
Donald Novis
Adriana Caselotti
Mickey Mouse
Jerry Orbach and Angela Lansbury
Elton John
Jodi Benson
Brad Kane
Richard White
Paige O'Hara and Robby Benson
Julie Andrews
Al Kasha
Baroque Hoedown
Angela Lansbury
Phil Harris and Bruce Reitherman
Julie Andrews
Pearl Bailey
David Tomlinson
The Mellomen
The Mellomen
Mickey Mouse
Burl Ives
The Mellomen
James Baskett and Nick Stewart
Verna Felton
Ilene Woods
Cliff Edwards
The Seven Dwarfs
Pinto Colvig
Judy Kuhn
Randy Newman
Jeremy Irons
Tony Jay and Tom Hulce
Jeff Bennett
René Auberjonois
David Ogden Stiers
Danny Elfman
Paul Terry
The Mellomen
Richard White
Angela Lansbury
Julie Andrews
Louis Prima and Phil Harris
Roger Miller
John Davidson, Lesley Ann Warren
Mary Costa and Bill Shirley
George Givot
John Darling
Sterling Holloway
Bill Hayes
Paul Frees
The Sportsmen
Disney Studio Chorus
Otis Harlan, Billy Gilbert, Pinto Colvig, Roy Atwell, and Scotty Mattraw
Danny DeVito
Charles Kimbrough
Bill Farmer
Judy Kuhn
Susan Egan
Disneyland
Ken Page
Randy Newman
Angela Lansbury
Cliff "Ukelele Ike" Edwards
Nancy Adams
Phil Harris
J. Pat O'Malley
The Disney Chorus
Deborah Walley
Buddy Ebsen and Lesley Ann Warren
Peggy Lee
Maurice Chevalier
Paul Frees
Cliff Edwards
Eleanor Audley
Mary Costa
Larry Morey
Betty Noyes
Adriana Caselotti
Main Message and Theme.
The central theme of "Trust in Me" revolves around deceit and manipulation. Kaa's use of a cakming and reassuring voice to lull Mowgli into a false sense of security highlights the dangers of misplaced trust. The song serves as a narrative tool to teach about the importance of being wary of those who might not have your best interests at heart.
Meaning and Summary.
Through its lyrics, "Trust in Me" portrays the classic tale of a predator using guile and charm to ensnare its prey. Kaa's enticement to Mowgli to "shut your eyes" and "sleep safe and sound" under his watchful presence is a direct attempt at deception. The song cleverly uses the metaphor of sleep and relaxation to symbolize the act of letting one's guard down, emphasizing the ease with which one can be led astray by trusting the wrong entity.
Analysis.
The song's melody and arrangement are deliberately soft and alluring, mirroring Kaa's tactics of seduction and manipulation. The slow tempo and gentle instrumentation contribute to the hypnotic quality of the song, making it an effective tool in Kaa's arsenal. The repeated phrase "Trust in me" serves both as a soothing refrain and a sinister command, highlighting the duality of Kaa's intentions.
Cultural Significance.
"Trust in Me" stands out as a memorable moment in "The Jungle Book," showcasing the sophisticated storytelling techniques used by Disney to convey complex themes such as trust, betrayal, and the instincts of survival. The song has endured as a classic example of how music can enhance character development and narrative depth in animation, teaching valuable lessons through its captivating melodies and lyrics.
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