Lyric discussion by lyricalONE 

Cover art for Innocent lyrics by Mike Oldfield

"Cow jumps over the moon" is from the nursery rhyme "Hey Diddle Diddle." The songwriter is reflecting on his child or children. There are a lot of 'firsts' mentioned in the lyrics : speak, laugh, smile, walk, sing. Childhood is a wonderful time, and he wants to cherish his children while they are still innocent. Even gives advice to them that innocence is a wonderful gift to keep and use to their benefit. "Innocent" thinkers maintain their view of the world as good, and they have experiences others miss. Assume the best about others until proven wrong. The world will become a warmer place.

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