Musical influences include Antonio Carlos Jobim and Keith Jarrett.
Stompin' At the Savoy
Carol Welsman Lyrics
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The home of sweet romance
Savoy,
It wins you with a glance
Savoy,
Gives happy feet a chance
To dance...
Just like a clinging vine
Your lips,
So warm and sweet as wine
Your cheek,
So soft and close to mine
Divine...
How my heart is singing,
While the band is swinging,
I'm never tired of romping,
And stomping with you,
At the Savoy...
What joy -
A perfect holiday
Savoy,
Where we can glide and sway
Savoy,
Let me stomp away
With you...
-instrumental break-
How my heart is singing,
While the band is swinging,
I'm never tired of romping,
And stomping with you,
At the Savoy...
Savoy,
The home of sweet romance
Savoy,
It wins you with a glance
Savoy,
Gives happy feet a chance
To dance...
What joy -
A perfect holiday
Savoy,
Where we can glide and sway
Savoy,
Let me stomp away
With you...
Carol Welsman's song "Stompin' at the Savoy" is an ode to the famous Savoy Ballroom in Harlem, New York City. The lyrics describe the ballroom as a place of "sweet romance" where happy feet can dance to the music. The song's protagonist is entranced by his partner's beauty and enjoys the experience of dancing with her in the Savoy's lively atmosphere.
The lyrics paint a picture of a perfect holiday where the band's music creates an infectious energy that the singer never tires of. The instrumental breaks in the song highlight the rhythm and energy of the music being played. The repeated refrain of "Savoy" reinforces the strong connection between the ballroom and the singer's enjoyment of the music, the atmosphere, and the people there.
Line by Line Meaning
Savoy,
The Savoy is a place for sweet and passionate romances.
The home of sweet romance
The Savoy is a place where love, affection, and passion thrive.
Savoy,
The Savoy captures your heart from the very first moment.
It wins you with a glance
The Savoy's charm and beauty enthrall you from the start.
Savoy,
The Savoy is a place where people can dance and be happy.
Gives happy feet a chance
The Savoy offers the perfect setting for people to dance and have fun.
To dance...
It's all about dancing and having a great time at the Savoy.
Your form,
The way your body moves is captivating.
Just like a clinging vine
Your beauty and grace are as enchanting as a vine that climbs a wall.
Your lips,
Every kiss fills me with warmth.
So warm and sweet as wine
Your lips are as sweet and intoxicating as the finest wine.
Your cheek,
Your cheek is as soft as velvet.
So soft and close to mine
Being close to you feels like being wrapped in a soft, comforting blanket.
Divine...
You are divine and perfect in every way.
How my heart is singing,
I feel pure bliss and happiness in your company.
While the band is swinging,
The music is irresistible and fills my heart with joy.
I'm never tired of romping,
I can never get enough of dancing and playing around with you.
And stomping with you,
Stomping and dancing with you is the ultimate thrill.
At the Savoy...
There's nothing better than experiencing all of this at the Savoy.
What joy -
The joy and happiness of being together is beyond measure.
A perfect holiday
Life with you is like a perfect holiday.
Savoy,
The Savoy has everything we need to have a great time.
Where we can glide and sway
We can dance and move together in perfect harmony at the Savoy.
Let me stomp away
Let's dance with energy and enthusiasm at the Savoy.
With you...
I want nothing more than to enjoy all of this with you.
Writer(s): Andy Razaf, Edgar Sampson, Benny Goodman, Chick Webb
Contributed by Abigail B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.