Blossom Dearie (1924-2009) was an American jazz singer and pianist.

… 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

Sweet Georgie Fame
Blossom Dearie Lyrics

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Words and music are all that I need
I will follow wherever they lead
And I'm finding more fun in the game
A darling boy has brought me joy, sweet Georgie Fame

Oh, I heard him one night quite by chance
Now wherever I'm walking, I dance
And London is not quite the same

'cause when he sings, the city swings, sweet Georgie Fame

London Bridge is falling down
Pop songs I hear with suspicion
But now at last I'm glad to meet a sweet lovin' real good musician

Oh, from Broadway to Festival Hall
I have listened and I've heard them all
And they say I'm a real swinging dame
Yet I'm impressed, my ears are blessed with Georgie Fame

London Bridge is falling down
Pop songs I hear with suspicion
But now at last I'm glad to meet a sweet lovin' real good musician

Oh, from Broadway to Festival Hall
I have listened and I've heard them all
And they say I'm a real swinging dame
Yet I'm impressed, my ears are blessed with Georgie Fame

So stay a while, you'll see 'em smile, you won't complain
His hands and feet make music sweet, you'll miss your train

My goose is cooked, l'm gettin' hooked
On Georgie Fame!!!

Overall Meaning

Blossom Dearie's "Sweet Georgie Fame" is a love song to jazz musician Georgie Fame. The lyrics express the singer's deep admiration for Georgie Fame, who has brought her joy through his music. She explains that words and music are all she needs to be happy, and she will follow them wherever they lead her. Blossom then goes on to describe how she first heard Georgie by chance one night and ever since then, she dances whenever she walks. The song professes that London, where Georgie is based, city swings when he sings.

Blossom Dearie says that from Broadway to Festival Hall, she has listened and heard all musicians, but Georgie Fame has impressed her the most. In the chorus, she humorously compares Georgie's music to London Bridge, saying that other pop songs are suspect beside his sweet and loving music. Georgie's music is so sweet and soothing that the singer's "goose is cooked," and she is "getting hooked" on his music.

Overall, "Sweet Georgie Fame" is a tribute by Blossom Dearie to the power of music in bringing people joy and happiness. The song says that the right kind of music can make you dance and brings positive vibrations to the city. It's a fun, light-hearted song that is a celebration of the swinging London jazz scene of the 60s.

Line by Line Meaning

Words and music are all that I need
I am a musician who only requires the power of words and music to achieve my creative aspirations.

I will follow wherever they lead
I am committed to following my instincts and creative drive to wherever it takes me.

And I'm finding more fun in the game
I am having more enjoyment and fulfillment pursuing my passion for music.

A darling boy has brought me joy, sweet Georgie Fame
My love interest and fellow musician, Georgie Fame, has brought me immense happiness and delight.

Oh, I heard him one night quite by chance
I first encountered Georgie Fame's music by accident and was captivated by his talent.

Now wherever I'm walking, I dance
Because of Georgie Fame's music, I find myself dancing and moving wherever I go.

And London is not quite the same
My perception of London has changed due to how Georgie Fame's music has impacted the city's atmosphere.

'cause when he sings, the city swings, sweet Georgie Fame
Georgie Fame's music has an infectious quality that makes the city come alive and 'swing.'

London Bridge is falling down
Although London is known for its landmarks, the city is still subject to the same issues and problems as any other place.

Pop songs I hear with suspicion
As a musician, I am cautious when listening to popular music as it may not align with my personal taste or style.

But now at last I'm glad to meet a sweet lovin' real good musician
I am thrilled to finally meet Georgie Fame, a talented and genuine musician who aligns with my own musical values and sensibilities.

Oh, from Broadway to Festival Hall
I have experienced a vast array of different musical performances across various venues, from the grand-scale Broadway productions to the more intimate Festival Hall.

I have listened and I've heard them all
As a seasoned musician, I have a wealth of musical knowledge and have heard countless performances in my lifetime.

And they say I'm a real swinging dame
Others view me as a skilled and talented musician who exudes a 'swinging' style and energy.

Yet I'm impressed, my ears are blessed with Georgie Fame
Despite my own experience and reputation as a musician, I am thoroughly impressed and feel blessed to have encountered Georgie Fame's music.

So stay a while, you'll see 'em smile, you won't complain
Georgie Fame's music has the power to uplift and bring joy to those who listen, so I encourage others to stay and experience it for themselves.

His hands and feet make music sweet, you'll miss your train
The rhythm and melody of Georgie Fame's music is so captivating that listeners may become so enraptured that they lose track of time, even risking missing their train.

My goose is cooked, l'm gettin' hooked on Georgie Fame!!!
I am completely enamored and obsessed with Georgie Fame and his music, and am completely immersed in the experience of listening to and creating music alongside him.

Writer(s): Blossom Dearie, Sandra Harris

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