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Somethin' Stupid
Frank Sinatra Lyrics


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I know I stand in line
Until you think you have the time
To spend an evening with me
And if we go some place to dance
I know that there's a chance
You won't be leaving with me

Then afterwards we drop into a quiet little place
And have a drink or two
And then I go and spoil it all
By saying somethin' stupid like, "I love you"
I can see it in your eyes
That you despise the same old lies
You heard the night before
And though it's just a line to you
For me it's true
And never seemed so right before

I practice every day
To find some clever lines to say
To make the meaning come through
But then I think I'll wait
Until the evening gets late
And I'm alone with you

The time is right, your perfume fills my head
The stars get red, and, oh, the night's so blue
And then I go and spoil it all
By saying somethin' stupid like, "I love you"

The time is right, your perfume fills my head
The stars get red, and, oh, the night's so blue
And then I go and spoil it all
By saying somethin' stupid like, "I love you"

"I love you"
"I love you"
"I love you"
"I love you"

Overall Meaning

In Frank Sinatra's song Somethin' Stupid, the lyrics delve into the thoughts and emotions of someone who is deeply in love but fears rejection from their partner. The song’s opening verse describes how the singer is willing to wait patiently in line for a chance to spend time with their partner. The apprehension they feel about taking their relationship to the next level is conveyed in the next verse when the singer mentions how he is afraid his partner might not want to leave with him after they've had a night of dancing.


The bridge of the song indicates that despite the singer's fears, he's at ease in his partner's presence. He feels comfortable enough to express his love to her, even though he's afraid it might upset her. The third verse indicates how he's attempted to craft a unique way of telling her he loves her but cannot seem to come up with the perfect combination of words. He ultimately waits until they are alone in a quiet setting late at night to tell her how he feels. Despite feeling incredibly vulnerable, there's a sense of relief in the final chorus when he confesses his love for her.


Overall, the song is about taking a relationship to the next level, even when it's uncomfortable and nerve-wracking. The lyrics describe the fear of rejection, the worry of sounding cheesy, and the struggle to express oneself honestly.


Line by Line Meaning

I know I stand in line
I am willing to wait and be patient to spend some time with you.


Until you think you have the time
I understand that your time is valuable and I will wait for you until you can spend time with me.


To spend an evening with me
I value the time we can spend together, and I hope to share a meaningful evening with you.


And if we go some place to dance
If you are willing, I would love to dance with you and enjoy the music in a comfortable setting.


I know that there's a chance
I am aware that you may not feel the same connection or interest that I do, but I am willing to take a chance.


You won't be leaving with me
I understand that you may have other plans or may not be interested, and I respect your decision.


Then afterwards we drop into a quiet little place
I would like to take the chance to talk and get to know you better in a quiet setting, away from the noise and crowds.


And have a drink or two
I would be happy to share a drink or two, while enjoying each other's company.


And then I go and spoil it all
Unfortunately, I have a habit of saying the wrong things and ruining the moment.


By saying somethin' stupid like, "I love you"
I have difficulty expressing my feelings in a way that is original, and often end up saying something cliche or overused.


I can see it in your eyes
I sense that you do not believe me or trust my words, and I understand why.


That you despise the same old lies
I know that you have heard similar words from others, and they have not always been genuine or honest about their feelings.


You heard the night before
You have been through similar situations in the past and have heard similar words from others.


And though it's just a line to you
I know that my words may seem just like any other line you have heard before, but they are sincere.


For me it's true
Although it may seem like just another line, I truly mean what I say and feel deeply about you.


And never seemed so right before
I have never felt this strongly for anyone else before, and my words reflect my true feelings.


I practice every day
I am trying my best to improve my communication skills and express my feelings in a more meaningful way.


To find some clever lines to say
I am hoping to come up with witty or creative ways to express my feelings, and make our time together more special.


To make the meaning come through
I am looking for ways to make my words and my feelings more authentic and clear.


But then I think I'll wait
Instead of relying on clever words or tactics, I will wait for the right time and the right moment to share my true feelings with you.


Until the evening gets late
I want to spend more time with you and wait until we are more relaxed and comfortable with each other before sharing my true feelings.


And I'm alone with you
When we have some time alone and can be more intimate, I will take the chance to share my true feelings with you.


The time is right, your perfume fills my head
When the moment is right and we can truly connect, I will be ready and eager to confess my true feelings for you.


The stars get red, and, oh, the night's so blue
The evening is perfect and the mood is right for me to finally confess my true feelings to you.


By saying somethin' stupid like, "I love you"
Unfortunately, I still struggle with expressing my feelings and often end up saying the wrong thing, even when I mean well.


"I love you"
Despite my many missteps and failures with communication, my love for you is genuine and true.




Lyrics © GREENWOOD MUSIC COMPANY, BMG Rights Management
Written by: Carson Parks

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Mike


on The Lady Is A Champ

eight

She gets too hungry for dinner at eight
She can't eat late and stay up all night, because unlike society types, she has to get up in the morning.

She likes the theatre and never comes late
She cares more about seeing the play than being seen making an entrance.

She never bothers with people she'd hate
Her friends are friends, not social trophies.

Doesn't like crap games with barons or earls
While barrns and earls probably don't play craps, she associates with friends, not people to be seen with.

Won't go to Harlem in ermine and pearls
She doesn't "slum", the practice of the rich in the 30's, when the song was written, of touring poor neighborhoods dressed in rich clothes to "tut, tut" about the deplorable conditions, and congratulate each other for "caring about the poor"

Won't dish the dirt with the rest of the girls
Doesn't trade gossip for acceptance among an in-crowd


She likes the free, fresh wind in her hair
She cares more about how her hair feels than conforming with current hair fashions

Hates California, it's cold and it's damp
Since most of California is noticeably warmer and / or drier than New York, where the play the song was written for is set, this is probably a facetious excuse to like what she likes.


And she won't go to Harlem in Lincoln's or Ford's
Another reference to slumming, but facetious, since Lincolns and Fords were middle-class, not luxury brands when the lyric was written

Anonymous


on Try a Little Tenderness

Here are the correct lyrics

Try A Little Tenderness - Frank Sinatra - Lyrics

Oh she may be weary
Women do get wearied
Wearing that same old shabby dress
And when she’s weary
You try a little tenderness

You know she’s waiting
Just anticipating things she’ll may never possess
While she is without them
Try just a little bit of tenderness

It’s not just sentimental
She has her grieve and her care
And the words that soft and gentle
Makes it easier to bear
You wont regret it
Women don't forget it
Love is their whole happiness
And it’s all so easy
Try a little tenderness

Musical Interlude

And, it’s all so easy
Try a little tenderness

Daniel


on The Way You Look Tonight

I met Frank Jr. in Las Vegas, a real gentleman. RIP you both.

Giorgi Khutashvili


on Theme from New York, New York

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