Botti is also a former radio host. His show, called "Chill with Chris Botti," focused mainly on "chill" music, which is described as "smooth jazz with a touch of cool jazz."
It Never Entered My Mind
Chris Botti Lyrics
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I don't care if my hairdo is in place
I've lost the very meaning of repose
I never put a mudpack on my face
Oh who'd have thought that I'd walk in a daze
Now I never go to shows at night but just to matinees
Now I see the show
Once I laughed when I heard you saying
That I'd be playing solitaire
Uneasy in my easy chair
It never entered my mind
Once you told me I was mistaken
That I'd awaken with the sun
And order orange juice for one
It never entered my mind
You have what I lack myself
And now I even have to scratch my back myself
Once you warned me
That if you scorned me
I'd sing the maiden's prayer again
And wish that you were there again
To get into my hair again
It never entered my mind
You have what I lack myself
And now I even have to scratch my back myself
Once you warned me
That if you scorned me
I'd sing the maiden's prayer again
And wish that you were there again
To get into my hair again
It never entered my mind
The lyrics of Chris Botti's "It Never Entered My Mind" describe a person who has lost interest in their appearance and in leisure activities due to heartbreak. The first stanza suggests that the singer has become careless with their looks and personal care. They no longer care if there is "powder on [their] nose" or if their "hairdo is in place." This carelessness demonstrates that the singer has lost the "very meaning of repose." Furthermore, the singer says they "never put a mudpack on [their] face," implying that they have given up on their former beauty regimen.
The second stanza highlights the singer's reluctance to participate in activities they once enjoyed. They only attend matinees and "never go to shows at night." They are constantly in a daze, and when they do go out, they go home right after the show. The third stanza describes the warnings given to the singer by their former lover. They were told they would end up alone and have to order "orange juice for one." The refrain of the song repeats, "It never entered my mind," which refers to the singer's inability to believe that they could lose their lover.
Overall, the song is a powerful depiction of the aftermath of heartbreak. The singer's lack of interest in personal care and leisure activities demonstrates the depth of their sadness and lack of motivation.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't care if there's powder on my nose
I am not concerned about any physical flaws on my face.
I don't care if my hairdo is in place
My appearance is not a priority right now.
I've lost the very meaning of repose
I have forgotten what it means to relax and be at peace.
I never put a mudpack on my face
I do not engage in typical self-care routines like using mud masks.
Oh who'd have thought that I'd walk in a daze
I never anticipated feeling so lost and confused.
Now I never go to shows at night but just to matinees
I only attend daytime shows instead of ones in the evening.
Now I see the show
I watch the performance and try to enjoy it.
And home I go
I leave after the show and go back to my place.
Once I laughed when I heard you saying
I used to think you were joking when you said this to me.
That I'd be playing solitaire
You said I would be alone and isolated.
Uneasy in my easy chair
I would feel uncomfortable and uneasy when I am supposed to be relaxing.
It never entered my mind
I never even considered that possibility.
Once you told me I was mistaken
You said I was wrong about something.
That I'd awaken with the sun
You said I would start waking up early in the morning.
And order orange juice for one
I would be alone and order a single serving of orange juice.
You have what I lack myself
You possess qualities that I do not have.
And now I even have to scratch my back myself
I am completely alone and have to do everything myself now.
Once you warned me
You gave me a warning about something.
That if you scorned me
If you rejected or insulted me.
I'd sing the maiden's prayer again
I would feel desperate and pray for a solution.
And wish that you were there again
I would miss you and want you back.
To get into my hair again
I would want your attention and affection once more.
It never entered my mind
I never considered the possibility of you leaving me.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Royalty Network, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Lorenz Hart, Richard Rodgers
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