He was the youngest of seven children: five boys, Larry (1895-1975), Everett (born 1896), Ted (born 1900), Harry (1903-1977, popularly known as Bing Crosby) and Bob; and two girls, Catherine (born 1905) and Mary Rose (born 1907). His parents were English-American bookkeeper Harry Lowe Crosby (1871-1950) and Irish-American Catherine Harrigan (1873-1964), (affectionately known as Kate), the daughter of a builder from County Mayo in Ireland. His paternal ancestors Thomas Prence and Patience Brewster were born in England and immigrated to the U.S. in the 17th century; Brewster's family came over on the Mayflower.
Bob Crosby started singing with Anson Weeks (1931-34) and the Dorsey Brothers (1934-35). He led his first band in 1935, when the former members of Ben Pollack's band elected him as titular leader. His most famous band, the Bob-Cats, was a Dixieland jazz group with members from the Bob Crosby Orchestra. Both the Bob Crosby Orchestra and the smaller Bob-Cats group specialized in Dixieland jazz, presaging the traditional jazz revival of the 1940s. Crosby's singing voice was remarkably similar to that of his brother Bing, but without its range.
The Bob Crosby Orchestra and the Bob Cats included (at various times) Yank Lawson, Billy Butterfield, Muggsy Spanier, Matty Matlock, Irving Fazola, Ward Silloway, Warren Smith, Eddie Miller, Joe Sullivan, Bob Zurke, Jess Stacy, Nappy Lamare, Bob Haggart, Walt Yoder, Jack Sperling, and Ray Bauduc.
Hits included "Summertime" (theme song), "In a Little Gypsy Tea Room," "Whispers in The Dark," "South Rampart Street Parade," "March of the Bob Cats," "Day In, Day Out," "You Must Have Been a Beautiful Baby," "Dolores" and "New San Antonio Rose" (last three with Bing Crosby). A remarkable bass and drums duet between Haggart and Bauduc, "Big Noise From Winnetka," became a hit in 1938-39.
I've Got My Eyes on You
Bob Crosby Lyrics
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I've Got My Eyes On You, So Don′t Stray Too Far From Home.
Incidentally, I've Set My Spies On You,
I'm Checking All You Do, From A To Zee.
So, Darling, Just Be Wise, Keep Your Eyes On Me
The lyrics to Bob Crosby's song I've Got My Eyes on You are about a devoted lover who has his eyes fixed entirely on his beloved. He warns his lover to stay close and be careful where he roams, as he is always watching and keeping tabs on his every move. The song conveys the idea that the singer is jealous but also deeply in love.
The line "incidentally, I've set my spies on you" demonstrates the singer's strong desire to keep an eye on his partner at all times. He is obsessively controlling and wants to know everything about his lover, from what he does during the day to the friends he hangs out with.
Throughout the song, he encourages his lover to be wise and keep his eyes on him, suggesting that this is the only way they can maintain a strong relationship. The lyrics could be interpreted as either sweet and romantic or manipulative and possessive, depending on the listener's perspective.
Line by Line Meaning
I've Got My Eyes On You, So Best Beware Where You Roam.
I am watching your every move, so be careful where you go and what you do.
I've Got My Eyes On You, So Don?t Stray Too Far From Home.
I am keeping a close eye on you, so don't go too far away from where I can see you.
Incidentally, I've Set My Spies On You,
By the way, I have people keeping tabs on you from different angles.
I'm Checking All You Do, From A To Zee.
I am closely monitoring your every action, from the beginning to the end.
So, Darling, Just Be Wise, Keep Your Eyes On Me
My dear, it would be wise for you to focus your attention on me and not try to deceive me.
Writer(s): Porter Cole
Contributed by Liam R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@lisalovessummertime8453
What a great sounding song and her voice is amazing. 🎵🎺💞🎷❤️
@AnyOldTime
Excellent sound!
@Trombonology
I've never been crazy about Marion Mann's singing -- it always strikes me as merely alright. There are other things to appreciate here, though: the reeds; Jess Stacy's beautiful comping for the vocal; Irving Fazola's wailing here and there over the ensemble; Eddie Miller's eight bars.
@jourwalis-8875
Nothing wrong with Marion Mann´s singing!
@Trombonology
@@jourwalis-8875 Did I say that there was anything "wrong" with Marion's singing? I merely expressed my opinion of it. Do you not understand that The Arts is an environment of opinions? It's not about facts -- it's about emotional responses.
@swingman5635
I've been a fan of Stacy's talent since I first heard him on Goodman's
"Roll 'Em". Colossal!
@jjakiefte2165
Marion's singing is certainly not bad, but not really great either. Pleasantly unobtrusive. The main interest lies with the band, with Billy Butterfield's singing trumpet leading the brass section.
@kathyraygoza3299
I grew up with this Cole porter song.i liked my moms record better because it was sung by 3dith Wright. She had one of those alto voices like Alice Fay. If I am not mistaken the flip side was entitled. Shoot the sherbet to e Herbert. Ps. One of my favorite Bob Cosby recordings was royal garden blues. Happy labor day from someone who 'll as in the big middle valley of call for nai. Weather predicted for Tuesday 115 degess.
@Dr.Pepper001
Dead. They're all dead.
@swingman5635
Sure about that? Maybe someone's still kicking at 102...