… Read Full Bio ↴Blossom Dearie (1924-2009) was an American jazz singer and pianist.
Born on 28th April 1924 in East Durham, New York, of mixed Scottish and Norwegian ancestry, Dearie began her career in vocal groups in New York. In the early 1950s she moved to Paris, forming her own vocal group, The Blue Stars, later to become the Swingle Singers.
After signing to Verve, Dearie returned to the U.S. where, despite developing a successful career and achieving international fame, by 1974 the lack of interest from major labels led her to start her own label, Daffodil Records. She continued performing into her eighties.
Blossom Dearie died on 7th February 2009, at her apartment in Greenwich Village, New York City
Gentleman Friend
Blossom Dearie Lyrics
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And a brand new yellow dress
It isn't very hard to guess
That the answer will be yes
I'm ridin' high
And I approve of the trend
Look what I've found me
The sunny sky
Seems like it never will end
When he's around me
I'm referrin' to my gentleman friend
His kind o' kissin' suits me to a T
What I was missin' in the use to be
I'm gettin' frequently
And so goodbye to cares that hound me
Is it any wonder I
Wanna laugh and sing and cry
Gonna love him 'til I die
My gentleman friend
[Piano & Guitar solos]
His kind o' kissin' suits me to a T
What I was missin' in the use to be
I'm gettin' frequently
And so goodbye to cares that hound me
Is it any wonder I
Wanna laugh and sing and cry
Gonna love him 'til I die
My gentleman friend
The song "Gentleman Friend" by Blossom Dearie is a playful and upbeat celebration of newfound love. In the opening lines, the singer describes her excitement about her appearance with the "hat with cherries" and "brand new yellow dress," expressing her confidence that her love interest will say "yes." She sings about how she is "ridin' high" and "approves of the trend" of her new relationship. She then reveals that she has found a "gentleman friend" who makes her feel happy and carefree, and she expresses her love for him throughout the song.
The chorus repeats several times, emphasizing the happiness and joy the singer feels with her new partner. She describes how his "kind o' kissin' suits me to a T" and that she is getting what she was missing in the past. The song concludes with the singer proclaiming her love for her "gentleman friend" and stating that she will love him until she dies.
Overall, the song conveys a lighthearted and joyful feeling, capturing the excitement and happiness of newfound love. The lyrics emphasize the playfulness and innocence of the relationship, with no hint of darkness or complications. The singer celebrates the simple pleasures of being with someone who makes her happy and lets her escape from the stresses of life.
Line by Line Meaning
I got myself a hat with cherries
I am feeling fancy and playful, as evidenced by my choice of clothing accessories.
And a brand new yellow dress
I have made a conscious effort to dress in a way that makes me feel confident and happy.
It isn't very hard to guess
It should be obvious to anyone who sees me that I am feeling good today.
That the answer will be yes
If someone were to ask me a question or proposition, I am in a positive state of mind and more likely to agree.
I'm ridin' high
I am experiencing strong positive emotions, akin to being on a high.
And I approve of the trend
I feel that my current state of being is a positive and desirable trend.
Look what I've found me
I have recently acquired something that makes me very happy or satisfied.
I got myself a gentleman friend
Specifically, I have found a male romantic partner who I consider to be sophisticated and chivalrous, and who makes me feel good.
The sunny sky
Metaphorically, my life feels like it is full of light and positivity.
Seems like it never will end
I feel that this positive state of affairs will continue indefinitely, and I am happy and calm because of it.
When he's around me
The presence of my gentleman friend is a significant contributor to my positive emotions and general happiness in life.
I'm referrin' to my gentleman friend
Just in case it wasn't clear, when I say 'he' or 'him,' I am talking about the aforementioned gentleman friend.
His kind o' kissin' suits me to a T
I like the way he kisses me and it feels like it is perfectly suited to my preferences.
What I was missin' in the use to be
It feels like there was something missing from my life before I met my gentleman friend, but now that I am with him I feel much happier and fulfilled.
I'm gettin' frequently
I am lucky enough to get the type of kiss described earlier very often, which makes me very happy.
And so goodbye to cares that hound me
I am no longer troubled by the worries or stresses that used to plague me, and I attribute this in part to the support and companionship of my gentleman friend.
Is it any wonder I
Given all of the positive experiences I have had recently, it's not surprising that I am feeling so good.
Wanna laugh and sing and cry
I am so happy that I feel like expressing myself in many different ways: through laughter, song and even tears of joy.
Gonna love him 'til I die
I am completely devoted to my gentleman friend and I can see us being together for the rest of my life.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ARNOLD B. HORWITT, RICHARD LEWINE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Heather Collins
on Comment Allez Vous
(Parlez-vous Français?)
Mais oui, allons-y
(Parlez-vous chère madame?)
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Are you happy are you sad?
Feeling good or feeling bad?
(and is there anything you're craving?)
(do you feel like misbehaving?)
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I was really on my way, but I had to stop and say:
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(Comment allez vous petit chou?)
Say it, it has 'savoir faire'
(Comment allez vous mon minou?)
Has a continental air
(once she heard it in the land, from a chinese laundry man)
Cloaks and suitors, by the oodles, say it to their cute french poodles
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Spaniards say it, so do Greeks
Comment allez vous?
In the desert, so do Sheiks
(show they know a thing or two)
(it's so easy, why can't you say?)
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Comment?
Comment allez vous?