A Lot of Livin' to Do
Ann Margret Bobby Rydell & Jesse Pearson Lyrics
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And I mean to kiss me a few!
Man those chicks don't know what they're missin'
I got a lot of living to do!
Sizzlin' steaks all ready for tastin'
And there's Cadillacs all shiny and new!
Gotta move, cause time is a-wastin'
There's music to play
Places to go, people to see!
Everything for you and me!
Life's a ball
If only you know it
And it's all just waiting for you
You're alive
So come on and show it
Yeah we got a lot of livin' to do
There are men with childhood behind them
Handsome men
From Yale or Purdue
Older men and I'm gonna find them
I got a lot of living to do
I'm a'gonna have fun
Gonna be wild
Have my own way
I may break a heart today
Drink champagne
As if it were water
Pink champagne
And after a few
Daddy dear, you won't know your daughter
She's got a lot of living to do
Think I'll be a ring a ding drummer
Make each week a thousand or two
Gorgeous girls will beg for my number
Hey I've got a lot of living to do
Yes I'm gonna break out
Gonna take off
Gonna be free
This town is awfully square for a guy like me
Or I'll be a super jet pilot
Fly me high way out in the blue
Then they'll see
I'm no shrinking violet
Hey I got a lot of living to do
There's music to play
Places to go, people to see!
Everything for you and me!
Life's a ball
If only you know it
And it's all just waiting for you
You're alive
So come on and show it
Yeah we got a lot of livin'
Such a lot of livin'
Tonight's the night we're gonna fly
Let's kick this hick town in the hide
I want a taste of everything
Let's live it up and really swing
Got a lot of living living living living livnig to do
Live!
The lyrics to "A Lot of Livin' to Do" by Ann Margret, Bobby Rydell, and Jesse Pearson convey a youthful and adventurous spirit, urging listeners to embrace life to the fullest. The song celebrates the joys and excitement that come with living in the moment and embracing new experiences.
The opening lines highlight the desire for romantic encounters and the thrill of kissing someone new. It suggests that there are plenty of opportunities for connections and experiences that these chicks are missing out on. The lyrics also mention the anticipation of enjoying delicious food and the allure of shiny new Cadillacs. It signifies a mindset of seizing every opportunity and not wasting time.
The song emphasizes the importance of enjoying life through music, traveling to new places, and meeting new people. It depicts life as a celebration and encourages listeners to embrace it with enthusiasm. The lyrics suggest that everything one desires is waiting to be experienced, and being alive is reason enough to fully engage in life's adventures.
Furthermore, the song portrays a sense of ambition, referencing older, more accomplished men, and expressing the desire to find them and connect with them. It also expresses the desire for fame and success, whether it be as a musician or a pilot. It showcases a determination to break free from societal expectations and live life on one's own terms.
Overall, "A Lot of Livin' to Do" is an uplifting song that captures the spirit of youth and encourages listeners to embrace life's offerings with enthusiasm and a sense of adventure.
Line by Line Meaning
There are chicks just ripe for some kissin'
There are attractive women who are ready to be kissed
And I mean to kiss me a few!
And I intend to kiss a few of them!
Man those chicks don't know what they're missin'
These women are unaware of what they are missing out on
I got a lot of living to do!
I have a lot of experiences and enjoyment to pursue
Sizzlin' steaks all ready for tastin'
Delicious steaks that are prepared and waiting to be enjoyed
And there's Cadillacs all shiny and new!
There are brand new, shiny Cadillacs
Gotta move, cause time is a-wastin'
I must act quickly because time is running out
I got a lot of livin' to do!
I have a lot of life to experience and enjoy
There's music to play
There is music to be performed
Places to go, people to see!
Various destinations to visit and people to meet
Everything for you and me!
There are countless opportunities for both of us
Life's a ball
Life is exciting and enjoyable
If only you know it
If only you realize and appreciate it
And it's all just waiting for you
And all these experiences are simply waiting for you to embrace them
You're alive
You are breathing and existing
So come on and show it
So come on and demonstrate your vibrant life
Yeah we got a lot of livin' to do
Yes, we have plenty of living to do
There are men with childhood behind them
There are mature men who have left their youth behind
Handsome men
Attractive men
From Yale or Purdue
Men who have attended prestigious universities like Yale or Purdue
Older men and I'm gonna find them
Experienced men, and I am determined to discover them
I got a lot of living to do
I still have many experiences and adventures ahead
I'm a'gonna have fun
I am going to enjoy myself
Gonna be wild
I will be uninhibited and adventurous
Have my own way
I will assert my independence and make my own choices
I may break a heart today
I might unintentionally cause someone emotional pain today
Drink champagne
Indulge in the luxury of drinking champagne
As if it were water
Consume champagne as if it is a common beverage
Pink champagne
Specifically, pink-colored champagne
And after a few
And after consuming a few glasses
Daddy dear, you won't know your daughter
My father, you will not recognize your daughter anymore
She's got a lot of living to do
She has numerous experiences and adventures ahead
Think I'll be a ring a ding drummer
I believe I will become a skilled and sought-after drummer
Make each week a thousand or two
Earn a substantial amount of money every week
Gorgeous girls will beg for my number
Attractive women will eagerly request my contact information
Hey I've got a lot of living to do
Hey, I still have a significant amount of life to enjoy
Yes I'm gonna break out
Indeed, I am going to break free
Gonna take off
I will depart swiftly
Gonna be free
I am going to experience true freedom
This town is awfully square for a guy like me
This town is very conventional and conservative, which doesn't suit my personality
Or I'll be a super jet pilot
Alternatively, I will become an exceptional fighter pilot
Fly me high way out in the blue
Pilot aircraft at high altitudes in the clear skies
Then they'll see
Then people will realize
I'm no shrinking violet
I am not a timid and reserved person
Hey I got a lot of living to do
Hey, I still have a lot of experiences and excitement ahead of me
Tonight's the night we're gonna fly
Tonight is the night when we will truly thrive
Let's kick this hick town in the hide
Let's challenge and defy this unsophisticated town
I want a taste of everything
I desire to experience a wide variety of things
Let's live it up and really swing
Let's fully enjoy ourselves and have a great time
Got a lot of living living living living livnig to do
I have a multitude of experiences and enjoyment to pursue
Live!
Embrace life to the fullest!
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Iricom US Ltd, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Charles Strouse, Lee Adams
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
VILJL
Bobby Rydell, the epitome of the early ‘60s “teen idol,” who parlayed that fame into a starring role opposite Ann-Margret in the 1963 film “Bye Bye Birdie,” died Tuesday April 5, 2022 at age 79. The cause of death was pneumonia.
His death just days away from his 80th birthday (April 26, 2022) was confirmed by radio legend Jerry Blavat, Rydell’s longtime friend from the singer’s South Philadelphia stomping grounds.
Bobby Rydell had 34 singles chart on the Billboard Hot 100, the most well-remembered of which include “Wild One,” which reached No. 2, and “Volare,” a No. 4 hit. Other top 10 songs included “Swingin’ School,” “The Cha-Cha-Cha.” His run of top 10 songs began with “We Got Love,” which reached No. 6 in 1959, and ended with “Forget Him” in 1964.
Joeh1154
I can't get enough of this scene. It's always a killer on so many levels. So much talent packed into one really cool dance scene. Ann and Bobby nail it. All this plus Paul Lynde, Dick Van Dyke and Ed Sullivan? You betcha.
stickstr8up1
imo...This is actually one of the best filmed musical numbers in movie history. The choreography is complex; the cinematography and camera pans are extremely challenging for the limited studio space they were confined to; the orchestration builds in its intensity; and the staging is almost mathematical in its precision. (And, of course, having Ann-Margaret in tight hot pink pants certainly doesn't hurt!)
Arthur Harrison
You're right on all accounts. This is pure cinematic magnificence.
TheSpiralnotebook
the constantly shifting tempo and style, building and stirring energy,, well--- thats a lotta work to do. Excellence!
Der Unbekannte
See the song and dance for chop Suey in flower drum song
Eugene Smith
The choreography is very good. The song, however, has not held up well over time and is far inferior to the dancing (and Ann Margret).
Jan Tonnesen
@Eugene Smith ,
West Side Story is pretty good too ...
Maximus Grandis
I'm no musical fan, but this is an incredible one take. And Ann-Margret...just wow.
Living Example
Me too. Not really into it, just stumbled upon it but damn! I am a big fan of the long take and this is just incredible. A whole lot of talent and stamina there. Bravo, say I.
Tina20
I love this choreography. Ann Margaret was fantastic and Bobby Rydell who is really a singer, danced great! Who ever staged it made sure the colors of the costumes looked perfect from a distance with Ann Margaret's hot pink the focus. Great number!