Nancy
The Rat Pack Lyrics
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Gee, what a thrill each time I kiss her
Believe me I've got a case
On Nancy with the laughin' face
She takes the winter and makes it summer
Summer could take some lessons from her
Picture a tomboy in lace
That's Nancy with the laughin' face
Have you ever heard mission bells ringin'?
Well, she'll give you the very same glow
When she speaks you would think it was singin'
Just hear her say "hello"
I swear to goodness you can't resist her
Sorry for you, she has no sister
No angel could replace
Nancy with the laughin' face
Keep Betty Grable, Lamour, and Turner
She makes my heart a charcoal burner
No angel could replace
My Nancy with the laughin' face
In "Nancy (With the Laughing Face)," Frank Sinatra masterfully conveys his admiration for Nancy Barbato, his first wife. The entire song is filled with adoration for Nancy, from her infectious smile to her overwhelmingly positive presence. From the very beginning, Sinatra admits to having a crush on Nancy, and how he misses not seeing her each day. Nancy seems to light up his world and create a sense of summer no matter what the weather is like. The lyrics in the song praise Nancy's personality, stating that she has a way of making even the most mundane tasks seem like a joy.
The song conveys a sense of longing for Nancy's happiness and presence in Sinatra's life. The lines "No angel could replace, My Nancy with the laughing face" speak to the fact that she is the only one for Sinatra. He puts her on a pedestal, idolizing her and her compassionate nature. It seems that Sinatra is enamored by everything that Nancy personifies, making her the subject of his song.
Overall, "Nancy (With the Laughing Face)" is a heartfelt tribute to Sinatra's first wife, Nancy Barbato, where he expresses his adoration for her in a multitude of ways, from her infectious positivity to the way she can make winter feel like summer. The lyrics ultimately convey Sinatra's deep love and admiration for Nancy in a way that is both romantic and enduring.
Line by Line Meaning
If I don't see her each day I miss her
I miss Nancy when I don't see her every day.
Gee, what a thrill each time I kiss her
Kissing Nancy is really exciting and fun.
Believe me I've got a case
I have a strong feeling or desire for Nancy.
On Nancy with the laughin' face
I have these feelings specifically for Nancy because of her joyful expression.
She takes the winter and makes it summer
Nancy brightens up everything and makes it feel like summer all year round.
Summer could take some lessons from her
Nancy is even more beautiful and joyful than the season of summer.
Picture a tomboy in lace
Imagine a naturally playful girl who also loves to dress up and look pretty.
That's Nancy with the laughin' face
That's exactly what Nancy looks like and how she behaves.
Have you ever heard mission bells ringin'?
Have you ever experienced something so beautiful and joyful that it feels like the ringing of mission bells?
Well, she'll give you the very same glow
Nancy will bring that same feeling of beauty and joy to you.
When she speaks you would think it was singin'
Nancy's voice is so lovely that it sounds like singing.
Just hear her say "hello"
Even a simple greeting from Nancy is enough to make you feel happy and loved.
I swear to goodness you can't resist her
It's impossible not to be attracted to Nancy's beauty and joyfulness.
Sorry for you, she has no sister
Unfortunately for others, there is no one like Nancy with a similar personality or appearance.
Keep Betty Grable, Lamour, and Turner
I don't need famous actresses like Betty Grable, Dorothy Lamour, or Lana Turner, because I have Nancy.
She makes my heart a charcoal burner
Nancy fills my heart with so much love and desire that it feels like it's burning hot like charcoal.
No angel could replace
No other woman, not even an angel, could replace Nancy in my heart.
My Nancy with the laughin' face
Nancy is mine, and I will always love her for her joyful expression and beautiful personality.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JIMMY VAN HEUSEN, PHIL SILVERS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@laracroft3718
You can’t fake real friendship. They loved each other. True class 🥰
@u.s.m.c.fewproudthemarines2987
So true friend
@vasilii6417
Yep. Beautiful!
@stuntmanstu1
I didn’t know Johnny Carson could sing. Lol
@mariethompson4237
Pure love.
@byronlippe
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@TheSheer96
There was more talent in these 6 minutes than in the last 30 years on radio...
@mikkelbreiler8916
Sad but true.
@philliptarver8197
And any other medium.
@trishlangford5773
So, so right. 😊😊😊😊😊