It's You
Basie Lyrics
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I wandered around and finally found the somebody who
Could make me be true, could make me feel blue,
And even be glad just to be sad thinkin' of you.
Some others I've seen might never be mean
Might never be cross or try to be boss,
But they wouldn't do.
With all your faults, I love you still,
It had to be you, wonderful you,
It had to be you.
It had to be you, it had to be you.
I wandered around and finally found somebody who
Could make me be true, could make me be blue,
And even be glad just to be sad thinkin' of you.
Some others I've seen might never be mean
Might never be cross or try to be boss,
But they wouldn't do.
For nobody else gave me a thrill.
With all your faults, I love you still.
It had to be you, wonderful you
It had to be you.
The song "It had to be you" by Count Basie reflects the feeling of falling in love with someone who is not perfect, but still is "the one" for the singer. The lyrics convey a sense of wandering and searching for the right person, and finally finding them in someone who can make them feel all kinds of emotions - happy, sad, and blue. The singer realizes that this person is the only one who can make them be true to themselves, despite their faults.
The song also alludes to the fact that the singer has seen others who might seem perfect on the surface, but they wouldn't do because they could never give them the same thrill as the person they have fallen in love with. The lyrics are simple yet powerful, and the melody is upbeat yet relaxed, fitting perfectly with the romantic theme.
Overall, "It had to be you" is a romantic song that celebrates the imperfections and quirks of the person who the singer loves. It reminds us that sometimes, it's the flaws that make someone unique and perfect for us.
Line by Line Meaning
It had to be you, it had to be you.
I have searched high and low, and the only person who fits the bill is you. It was meant to be you all along.
I wandered around and finally found the somebody who
Could make me be true, could make me feel blue,
And even be glad just to be sad thinkin' of you.
After struggling with my emotions, I found you to be the one who can bring out the best and the worst in me. The mere thought of you brings me pleasure even though it may also bring me sadness.
Some others I've seen might never be mean
Might never be cross or try to be boss,
But they wouldn't do.
I have met other potential partners, but they don't captivate me the way you do. Although they may possess some desirable traits, they are far from being you.
For nobody else gave me a thrill.
With all your faults, I love you still,
Out of all the people I have encountered, no one has ever made me feel as alive as you do. Even though you have imperfections, I still adore you for who you are.
It had to be you, wonderful you,
You are a remarkable human being, and I feel lucky to have found you. It could only have been you who could complete me.
It had to be you.
There's no one else who could ever have filled the gap in my heart that you have filled. It was always going to be you.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Isham Jones, Gus Kahn
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@garyletts3624
The band swings this medium groove so well. Harold Jones just puts the kicks where they are need. Great dynamics by this band. Can you say "SWING"!!!!
@eyecomeinpeace2707
Wonderful composition. Swing Jazz at its best!
@jasoncostello1535
That bone solo is pure butter
@beastlybongos9678
You, my good sir, must never have heard bill watrous
@navelriver
Perfect sound, magic!
@gabe6495
Favorite Basie tune!
@mangomd
Basie at his best, like butter.
@melchingon
im new listening to basie, i like
@tattierlivee7326
Can’t be replicated
@alexphipps4912
Now that is a killer sax soli