The song "Boy On A Dolphin" by Julie London tells the tale of a mythical dolphin and a golden boy. The boy has been asleep for many years at the bottom of the ocean, surrounded by shells and pearls. It is uncertain whether the story of the boy and the dolphin is true or not. The lyrics suggest that if the boy were to rise from the depths of the ocean, any wish that someone makes would come true. The narrator expresses their belief in this possibility, even though others may dismiss it because the boy is just a statue. However, while looking at the person they are singing to, the narrator's heart overrules their head, and they believe in the magic of the boy on the dolphin. The narrator contemplates what they would wish for if the boy on the dolphin could grant them one wish. They express their desire for the person they love to only love them in return. Overall, the song explores themes of longing, belief in mystical possibilities, and the power of love. It suggests that even in the face of skepticism and doubt, the narrator's love for the person they are singing to is strong and unwavering.
