Rambo
Count Basie Lyrics

He's got that funny name
He has a unique and unusual name

An' ramblin' that's his game, that's it
His main pursuit is to constantly travel and explore

He's Rambo, talkin' bout Me!
He is synonymous with the name Rambo, referring to himself

We'll see (Piano)
The outcome of his lifestyle will become apparent in due time

They call him Rambo 'cause he's travellin'
He is referred to as Rambo because of his constant traveling

He don't stay one place
He never lingers in a single location for long

His life's a string he keeps unravellin'
His life is like a string that he continuously unwinds or untangles

He don't leave no trace
He doesn't leave any lasting or noticeable impact behind

He's got a yen for changin' places
He has a strong desire or craving to constantly change his surroundings

He digs changin' scenes
He enjoys the process of transitioning to new environments

That way he stays in everybody's good graces
By constantly moving and adapting, he manages to maintain positive relationships with others

He's happy on the move
He finds joy and contentment while in motion

He's mobile and free
He embraces a lifestyle of mobility and freedom

He wants no strings attached
He desires to have no obligations or commitments

That's how it's gotta be, see!
That is the only way he believes life should be, emphasizing the point

He'll keep on ramblin' till the coda
He will continue to roam until the end of his life

He don't stay one place
He avoids settling down or remaining stationary

Because he's just a ramblin' man
His identity is closely tied to his wandering nature

His favorite hobby's hittin' the road
Traveling is his preferred and most enjoyable pastime

He was a fella livin' solely by the ramblers only code
He was a man who adhered to the unwritten rules and principles followed by wanderers

Some people're born to roam
Certain individuals have a natural inclination to constantly travel

Fate gave 'em roamin' natures
Their destiny or circumstances bestowed upon them a tendency to wander

An' so they wander aroun'
Therefore, they wander aimlessly from place to place

Leavin' people wondrin' when they'll touch the groun'
Causing others to wonder when or if they will ever settle down

Hither 'n yon, here 'n beyon'
To various locations, near and far, without a specific pattern

Wherever they never been before
They seek out destinations they have never visited previously

As soon as you're used t'their face
Just when you become accustomed to seeing them in a particular place

They're off 'n runnin' again
They quickly depart and resume their journey

Gone to another new place
They have moved on to a different and novel location

Peripatetic is the only word that I have ever heard that people could use
Peripatetic is the only term I know that accurately describes individuals like him

that really describes him
That truly characterizes his nature and behavior

There's no other word could do that
No other word exists that captures it as aptly

Only other word I know that comes The closest to it is 'Gypsy'
The closest alternative term I am aware of is 'Gypsy'

An' that don't really fit him at all
However, that term doesn't truly align with his identity

'Cause he ain't tellin' fortunes
Because he is not involved in predicting or revealing the future

'N hates bein' dipsy
And dislikes appearing foolish or scatterbrained

Everywhere I go they call him Rambo
In every place I visit, he is referred to as Rambo

'Cause he won't stay long
Because he never remains in one location for an extended period

In my ramblin'
During my own travels

I've met a lotta people here 'n there
I have encountered numerous individuals in various places

An' I find they're 'bout the same everywhere
And I have noticed that they are quite similar regardless of location

Each with his own little thing
Each person having their own unique characteristics or quirks

That he uses while he's tryin' to swing
Traits or behaviors they employ while trying to thrive or succeed

Maybe the look ain't the same
Perhaps their appearances differ

But they play the same game
But they engage in similar patterns or actions

An' there's quite a bit o' difference
Yet, there are significant distinctions

In their outlook, I know
In their perspectives or attitudes, I am aware

Still 'n yet, their story, lem'me tell you
However, their narrative, let me share with you

Is a story that you won't forget
It is a tale that will leave a lasting impression

When I was young 'n very green
During my youthful and inexperienced days

I felt so stuck with m'present situation
I felt trapped or confined by my current circumstances

Later, when I got a little older
As time passed and I gained more maturity

that was when I discovered I could split
I realized that I had the ability to break free or leave

'N find myself another groove
And find a different path or way of life

That was all I need
That was the only requirement for my happiness

I was on the move
I began traveling and exploring

I packed my little sack 'n started ramblin'
I prepared my small bag and embarked on a journey

To this day I'm a rover who'll always be ramblin'
Even now, I remain a wanderer who will forever be on the move

You git drug stayin' in one place
You become stagnant and trapped by remaining in a single location

Depressed an' feelin' low down
Feeling downcast and unhappy

Get new kicks movin' roun'
Find excitement and fulfillment by constantly moving and exploring

Roamin' the country's educational for you
Traveling across the country provides valuable learning experiences

'N widens your point of view
And broadens your perspective or worldview

Tests why' mettle 'n cools why' mind out
Challenges your strength of character and clears your mind

'N that's true without a doubt
And that is undoubtedly the case

why know? I mean why'dig - -
You understand what I'm saying, right?

That's Rambo's gig
That is Rambo's way of life or modus operandi

Rambo is ready to ramble 'n itchin' t'split
Rambo is always prepared to wander and eager to leave

Oh yeah, he'll start packin' 'n quit it
Without a doubt, he will begin packing his belongings and depart

Forget it! 'Cause he's done with it
Disregard it! Because he is finished and no longer interested

That's Rambo! Travellin' light
That's Rambo! Traveling without heavy or unnecessary burdens

Stay too long he'll git uptight
If he remains in one place for too long, he becomes anxious or restless

So his motto is 'Keep movin'
Therefore, his guiding principle is to always be in motion

You got it! That's his bit!
Now you understand! That's his way of life!

Nex' time he might leave an address
Next time, he may provide a forwarding address

'Cause the little girl that he met Las' night
Because of the girl he encountered last night

Paid him so much attention
She showed him significant interest or affection

That it got him a bit uptight
Which made him slightly anxious or uneasy

We might not have t'call him Rambo
Perhaps we won't have to refer to him as Rambo

'Cause he jes' might be settlin' down
Because he could potentially be deciding to establish a more permanent residence

He's gone the way of all men
He has followed the path taken by all individuals

Fat, skinny or tall men
Regardless of their physical attributes

It happened to this Rover we know - Rambo
The same transformation occurred to this wandering man we know as Rambo