The Lady Is A Tramp
Amber Riley & Mark Salling Lyrics
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She enjoys the theater, and won't arrive late
She'd never bother, with people she'd hates
That's why the lady is a tramp
Doesn't like crap games, with barons and earls
Won't go to Harlem, in ermine and pearls
Won't dish the dirt, with the rest of the girls
She likes the free, fresh wind in her hair
Life without care
She's broke, and it's oke
She hates California, it's cold and it's damp
That's why the lady is a tramp
Whoa
I get far too hungry to eat dinner at eight
I adore the theater, but never come late
(I'll) She'd never bother, with people you'd hate
That's why the Lady is a Tramp
I like the free, fresh, wind in my hair
Life without care
She's a springer a humdinger
Hates California, it's too cold, and too damp
That's why the lady,
That's why the lady
That's why the lady (ooh)
That is why the lady is a tramp
The song, "Lady Is a Tramp" is performed by Mark Salling, also known as Noah Puckerman on Glee. The song is a well-known jazz standard, originally composed by Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart for the 1937 musical "Babes in Arms." It is a commentary on a woman who is independent and free-spirited, rejecting societal norms and expectations placed on her.
The first verse describes how the lady does not conform to traditional dinner times and enjoys the theater. She does not associate with people she despises, thereby rejecting superficiality. The second verse expresses her aversion to gambling and material displays of wealth, such as wearing ermine and pearls. She also prefers not to gossip with other women. Instead, she values her freedom and dislikes the constraints of societal expectations. The chorus is a testament to her carefree spirit and independence.
Interestingly, this song has been covered by many famous artists, including Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra, and Ella Fitzgerald. In 2011, Lady Gaga and Tony Bennet recorded a modern version of the song, staying true to its original meaning. This song has also been featured in numerous TV shows and movies, including the award-winning series Mad Men and the classic film Breakfast at Tiffany's.
Overall, "The Lady Is a Tramp" is a timeless reminder of the beauty of independent women who are not constrained by societal expectations. It remains a classic and memorable song that can be enjoyed by all generations.
Line by Line Meaning
She gets too hungry, for dinner at eight
The lady has a big appetite and needs to eat before eight.
She enjoys the theater, and won't arrive late
The lady loves the theater and hates being late for a performance.
She'd never bother, with people she'd hates
The lady doesn't waste time or energy on people she dislikes.
That's why the lady is a tramp
This line suggests that being independent and having strong opinions makes the lady a tramp in the eyes of society.
Doesn't like crap games, with barons and earls
The lady doesn't enjoy playing low-quality games with wealthy people.
Won't go to Harlem, in ermine and pearls
The lady refuses to wear fancy clothes and show off her wealth in Harlem.
Won't dish the dirt, with the rest of the girls
The lady doesn't gossip with other women.
She likes the free, fresh wind in her hair
The lady enjoys the feeling of freedom and nature in her life.
Life without care
The lady lives carefreely and doesn't worry about the future.
She's broke, and it's oke
The lady doesn't have a lot of money, but she's fine with it.
She hates California, it's cold and it's damp
The lady dislikes California because of its weather conditions.
That's why the lady is a tramp
The lady's unconventional lifestyle and personality makes her a tramp in the eyes of society.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Lorenz Hart, Richard Rodgers
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