Satin Doll
Darren James Lyrics
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Over her shoulder, she digs me.
Out cattin' that satin doll.
Baby, shall we go out skippin?
Careful, amigo, you're flippin',speaks Latin that satin doll.
She's nobody's fool so I'm playing it cool as can be.
I'll give it a whirl but I ain't for no girl catching me,swich-e-rooney.
Telephone numbers well you know,doing my rhumbas with uno
In Darren James's song Satin Doll, the singer portrays a woman who exudes a sense of luxury and glamour as a 'satin doll.' The woman carries herself confidently, using a cigarette holder and winking over her shoulder to attract the singer's attention. The singer is eager to impress her, suggesting they go out 'cattin' - a term for cruising or exploring the nightlife. However, the singer is also aware of the woman's intelligence and assertiveness, singing 'careful amigo, you're flippin,' indicating their respect and admiration for her.
The singer acknowledges the woman's physical beauty and the attention she receives from others, singing 'telephone numbers, well you know.' Despite this, the singer tries to present themselves as nonchalant and not overly interested in her, singing 'I'm playing it cool as can be.' Overall, the lyrics suggest a dynamic between a confident and alluring woman and a man who is eager to win her over but also aware of her independence and strength.
Line by Line Meaning
Cigarette holder which wigs me
I am fascinated by her cigarette holder and it excites me.
Over her shoulder, she digs me.
She shows an interest in me as she looks over her shoulder.
Out cattin' that satin doll.
We are out looking for an attractive woman to spend time with.
Baby, shall we go out skippin?
Would you like to dance and have fun with me?
Careful, amigo, you're flippin',speaks Latin that satin doll.
Be careful, friend, you are becoming enamored with her language and charm.
She's nobody's fool so I'm playing it cool as can be.
She is smart and I am trying to act nonchalant to impress her.
I'll give it a whirl but I ain't for no girl catching me,swich-e-rooney.
I am willing to try but I won't be easily caught by her, so watch out.
Telephone numbers well you know,doing my rhumbas with uno, And that'n my satin doll
I am enjoying my time with one woman, and getting her phone number, the satin doll.
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Written by: Duke Ellington, Johnny Mercer, Billy Strayhorn
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@altannamar
Cigarette holder- wich wigs me
Over her shoulder - she digs me
Out cattin' - that satin doll
Baby shall we go - out skippin'
Careful amigo - you're flippin'
Speaks latin - that satin doll
She's nobody's fool so I'm playing it cool as can be
I'll give it a whirl but I ain't for no girl catching me
Telephone numbers - well you know
Doing my rhumbas - with uno
And that'n my satin doll
@elsitagranados
ME ENCANTA LA VOZ, LA INTERPRETACIÓN, ES UN GRAN CANTANTE...GRACIAS POR TUS CANCIONES JAMES DARREN!!LOVE!!
@gabrielromero3693
Heard this on a plane once and have never forgotten it. Glad I could find it
@emilyleo1435
My father play this on his Gibson guitar when as long as I can remember. Bklyn Coney island m
@williamkopko5775
Thanks for all these great songs you pick the best ones some I never heard of
@eddyc7607
Dude thx it was a time travel I just got done watching the entire 7 seasons of deep space 9 u are the best
@bennyjazzful
WOW WOW WOW !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
From a mad keen 73yo Aussie fan.
@JY-cm9bc
I love this song the way that he sings it reminds me of a young man in my past.
@greatmusicneverdies6253
He sounds so much like Sinatra!!!
@emilyleo1435
Hit golden song
@jackjacinto7185
There that is more Swingin! Shall we Dance anyone??????