I Get a Kick Out of You
Anita O’Day Lyrics
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But practically everything leaves me totally cold
The only exception I know is the case
When I'm out on a quiet spree
Fighting vainly the old ennui
And I suddenly turn and see
Your fabulous face
Mere alcohol doesn't thrill me at all
So tell me why should it be true
That I get a kick out of you
Some get a kick from cocaine
I'm sure that if I took even one sniff
That would bore me terrifically too
Yet I get a kick out of you
I get a kick every time I see
You're standing there before me
I get a kick though it's clear to see
You obviously do not adore me
I get no kick in a plane
Flying too high with some gal/guy in the sky
Is my idea of nothing to do
But I get a kick out of you
The lyrics to Anita O'Day's "I Get a Kick Out of You" speak about the singer's indifference towards most things in life, but the exceptional feeling she experiences when she sees the person she loves. She begins by acknowledging that her story is too sad to be told, and everything else in life leaves her cold. However, there is one exception to this, which is when she is out and about, trying to fight off the feelings of boredom and discontentment, and suddenly catches sight of the person she adores, referred to as having a "fabulous face."
The song then explores several contrasts: the singer explains that she gets no pleasure from champagne or alcohol in general, but for some reason, she gets a thrill from being with this person she loves. The mention of cocaine highlights the extreme lengths some people go to seek pleasure, but even that fails to interest the singer. Despite not being reciprocated in love, seeing this person still brings her joy, even if it is clear that the feeling is not mutual. Finally, she mentioned that she doesn't find pleasure in high-flying adventures with other people, but being with the person she loves brings her the most satisfaction.
Overall, the lyrics convey the idea that this person holds a special place in the singer's heart, and even though their love may be one-sided, just seeing them brings immense joy and excitement.
Line by Line Meaning
My story is much too sad to be told
The tale of my life contains so much pain and sorrow that it cannot be articulated.
But practically everything leaves me totally cold
I find little emotional stimulation or excitement in almost everything I encounter.
The only exception I know is the case
However, there is one exceptional scenario
When I'm out on a quiet spree
When I am indulging in a peaceful escapade
Fighting vainly the old ennui
Struggling fruitlessly against the familiar feeling of boredom
And I suddenly turn and see
And then suddenly, I turn my head and behold
Your fabulous face
The remarkable countenance you possess
I get no kick from champagne
Champagne fails to evoke any sense of pleasure or satisfaction within me
Mere alcohol doesn't thrill me at all
Simple alcoholic beverages provide no excitement or thrill whatsoever
So tell me why should it be true
Therefore, explain to me the reason behind this phenomenon
That I get a kick out of you
That I find immense pleasure and enjoyment solely from being in your presence
Some get a kick from cocaine
There are individuals who derive a sense of satisfaction from using cocaine
I'm sure that if I took even one sniff
I am certain that even if I were to inhale a small amount
That would bore me terrifically too
It would, without a doubt, fail to captivate or interest me
Yet I get a kick out of you
Nevertheless, I experience an intoxicating pleasure solely from being in your presence
I get a kick every time I see
A strong exhilaration arises within me each time I lay eyes upon
You're standing there before me
The fact that you are present and standing in front of me
I get a kick though it's clear to see
I still experience immense pleasure despite the evident fact
You obviously do not adore me
That you clearly do not hold any affection or love for me
I get no kick in a plane
Flying in an aircraft does not bring me any sense of excitement or pleasure
Flying too high with some gal/guy in the sky
Being in the sky with an attractive companion
Is my idea of nothing to do
Is my concept of uninteresting and mundane activity
But I get a kick out of you
However, I experience great delight and enjoyment solely from being in your presence
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Cole Porter
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Volker K
Great !! Thx for the upload