Body & Soul
Antonio Ciacca Quintet Lyrics
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For you I sigh, for you dear only
Why haven't you seen it
I'm all for you body and soul
I spend my days in longing
And wondering why it's me you're wronging
I tell you I mean it
I can't believe it
It's hard to conceive it
That you'd turn away romance
Are you pretending
It looks like the ending
Unless I could have just one more chance to prove, dear
My life a wreck you're making
You know I'm yours for just the taking
I'd gladly surrender myself to you body and soul
My life a wreck you're making
You know I'm yours for the very taking
I'd gladly surrender myself to you body and soul
The lyrics of Antonio Ciacca Quintet's rendition of "Body and Soul" express the yearning and longing of unrequited love. The singer, who is deeply in love with someone, laments that their heart is "sad and lonely" as they long for their love interest "only." They question why their love interest hasn't noticed their feelings, and declare that they are "all for [them] body and soul." The singer spends their days in anguish, wondering why they are being wronged and declaring their commitment to their love interest.
The lyrics express the confusion and hurt that can come with unrequited love, as the singer struggles to understand why their love interest won't reciprocate their feelings. They question whether their love interest is pretending and worry that their love story is coming to an end. At the same time, the singer is willing to do anything for their love interest, eagerly declaring that they would surrender themselves "body and soul."
"Body and Soul" is a jazz standard that has been performed by countless artists, including Billie Holiday and Louis Armstrong. The song was written in 1930 by Johnny Green, Edward Heyman, Robert Sour, and Frank Eyton, and has been recorded more than 1000 times. The song was initially written for a show called Three's A Crowd, and was first performed by Libby Holman.
The song has been used in numerous films, including the 1931 film Body and Soul, which was named after the song. The song has also been featured in iconic films such as The Curious Case of Benjamin Button and Goodfellas. Additionally, the song has been recorded in a variety of styles, including jazz, blues, and pop.
"Body and Soul" has been recognized as an important part of the jazz canon and has been included in the GRAMMY Hall of Fame, as well as the National Recording Registry. The song has been covered by musicians of all genres, including Amy Winehouse, Tony Bennett, and John Coltrane. It continues to be a popular choice for jazz musicians and is often included in jam sessions and performances.
Chords: Cmaj7 – Bbmaj7 – Am7 – Ab7 – Gm7 – C7 – Fmaj7 – F#dim7 – Gm7 – A7 – Dm7 – G7 – Cmaj7/B – Bb7#11 – Am7 – D7b9 – Gm7 – B7b9 – Em7 – A7b13 – Dm7 – G7 – Cmaj7
Line by Line Meaning
My heart is sad and lonely
I am feeling heartbroken and alone.
For you I sigh, for you dear only
I long for you and only you.
Why haven't you seen it
I wonder why you haven't noticed my affection.
I'm all for you body and soul
I am completely devoted to you in mind, body, and spirit.
I spend my days in longing
My days are consumed with longing for you.
And wondering why it's me you're wronging
I can't understand why you are hurting me with your actions.
I tell you I mean it
I am sincere when I say how much I care for you.
I'm all for you body and soul
I am completely devoted to you in mind, body, and spirit.
I can't believe it
I am incredulous and can't process what's happening.
It's hard to conceive it
It's difficult to comprehend the situation.
That you'd turn away romance
I never expected you to reject the idea of being romantically involved with me.
Are you pretending
I question whether you're being truthful or not.
It looks like the ending
It appears that our relationship is coming to a close.
Unless I could have just one more chance to prove, dear
I hope for another opportunity to show you my love.
My life a wreck you're making
You are causing chaos and misery in my life.
You know I'm yours for just the taking
You have complete control over me and my feelings.
I'd gladly surrender myself to you body and soul
I am willing to give up everything for you and be completely devoted to you in mind, body, and spirit.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: PAUL MICHAEL BARRY, PHIL SIMPSON
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