Bewitched
Betty Smith & Group Lyrics
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But a fool can have her charms
I'm in love and don't I show it
Like a babe in arms
Love's the same old situation
Lately I've not slept a wink
Since this crazy situation
I'm wild again, beguiled again
A whimpering, simpering child again
Bewitched, bothered and bewildered, am I
Couldn't sleep, wouldn't sleep
Love came and told me, shouldn't sleep
Bewitched, bothered and bewildered, am I
I lost my heart, but what of it
She is cold I agree
She might laugh, but I love it
Although the laugh's on me
I'll sing to her, bring spring to her
And long, for the day when I'll cling to her
Bewitched, bothered and bewildered, am I
The song Bewitched, made popular by Betty Smith & Group, tells the story of a love-struck individual who is completely enamored by a woman who he describes as a fool. Despite her being a foolish person, the writer recognizes the charms that the woman possesses and how they have swept him off his feet. He is so in love that he can't help but show it and feels like a 'babe in arms.'
However, he is also aware of the fact that he is in a difficult situation, and explains that love is the same old situation that he finds himself in. He is so preoccupied by this feeling that he hasn't been able to sleep and feels like he is going crazy. Despite all of this, he can't help being besotted with this woman, and identifies himself as being 'bewitched, bothered and bewildered.'
The lyrics of this song beautifully capture the essence of being in love and how it can make even the most sensible and reasonable person lose their senses. It's a classic love song that has been covered by numerous artists and remains popular to this day.
Line by Line Meaning
She's a fool and don't I know it
I am aware that the woman I am in love with is not wise
But a fool can have her charms
Despite her foolishness, she still possesses attractive qualities
I'm in love and don't I show it
I have fallen in love and it is apparent in my behavior
Like a babe in arms
My infatuation with her is childlike and innocent
Love's the same old situation
Being in love is a common occurrence that many people have experienced before
Lately I've not slept a wink
Recently, I have been unable to fall asleep
Since this crazy situation
Because of my intense feelings for this woman
Has me on the blink
My mind is in an erratic state
I'm wild again, beguiled again
The intensity of my love has caused me to become wild and enthralled once more
A whimpering, simpering child again
I regress to a childlike state and behave in a weak and submissive manner
Bewitched, bothered and bewildered, am I
I am under the spell of love, troubled and confused
Couldn't sleep, wouldn't sleep
Despite needing rest, I cannot bring myself to sleep
Love came and told me, shouldn't sleep
Love itself seems to be urging me to stay awake
I lost my heart, but what of it
I have given my heart away to this woman, but it doesn't matter to me
She is cold I agree
I recognize that she is emotionally distant
She might laugh, but I love it
Even if she were to mock me, I would find it endearing
Although the laugh's on me
Despite my devotion, she may not reciprocate my feelings
I'll sing to her, bring spring to her
I will try to win her over with sweet gestures and affection
And long, for the day when I'll cling to her
I yearn for the moment when I can hold her close and be with her
Bewitched, bothered and bewildered, am I
I am under a spell of love, troubled and confused
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: LEIF EDLING
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@57MrWill
Never heard this until just now. Great sound!
@jimhilliker2450
Wow, she's good on that saxaphone! I like it.
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@xxvvkx9312
Gorgeous💖🎶
45prof!👍 Never heard this before either! And lve been digging thru the sands of rare old music for Years!
An instrumental! I was expecting a female singer(!) Was that Betty on the saxophone??..
@the45prof98
Yes it was (see the video's written description).
@jimhilliker2450
A new sound for me. Never heard this before.
@mattposlusny917
Does anyone here know John Milner?