First (The Sound of Music)

"First" in the context of "The Sound of Music" is most notably associated with the song "My Favorite Things." In the song, the lyrics begin, "Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens, Bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens, Brown paper packages tied up with strings, These are a few of my favorite things..." The verse then continues, and the line "When the dog bites, when the bee stings, When I'm feeling sad, I simply remember my favorite things, And then I don't feel so bad" follows.

Therefore, "first" represents the beginning, or the introduction to a list of items and experiences that bring comfort and joy to the singer, Maria. It signals the start of her enumeration of positive things she focuses on to overcome negative emotions. The "first" things listed are intended to be examples, implying there are many other such "favorite things." The song emphasizes the power of positive thinking and gratitude in coping with difficult situations.