Stompin' At the Savoy
Dexter Gordon Lyrics


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Savoy, the home of sweet romance,
Savoy, it wins you with a glance,
Savoy, gives happy feet a chance to dance.
Your old form 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
The home of sweet romance,
It wins you at a glance,
Gives happy feet a chance to dance.

Just like a clinging vine,
So soft and sweet as wine,
So soft and close to mine, divine.

How my heart is singing,
While the band is swinging,
I'm never, never, 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

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Dexter Gordon's song "Stompin' At the Savoy" are a tribute to the Savoy Ballroom, a famous jazz club in Harlem, New York City in the 1930s and 1940s. The song expresses the joy and excitement of being at the Savoy, where couples can dance and get lost in the music. The first verse describes the allure of the Savoy, with its sweet romance, happy feet, and dancing opportunities. The second verse focuses on the singer's love interest, who is compared to a clinging vine and praised for their warm lips and soft cheeks.


The lyrics are full of praise for the Savoy and the atmosphere it creates. The phrase "happy feet" is used twice to emphasize the joy of dancing at the club. The comparison of a lover to a "clinging vine" suggests a closeness and intimacy, while the phrase "never, never, never tired of romping" conveys the excitement of being at the Savoy. The song also features a memorable hook, with the repeated refrain of "Stompin' at the Savoy" encouraging listeners to join in the celebration.


Overall, "Stompin' At the Savoy" is a classic jazz tune that captures the spirit and energy of the Savoy Ballroom. It celebrates the joy of dancing and the thrill of being lost in the music with someone special.


Line by Line Meaning

Savoy, the home of sweet romance,
Savoy is known for its romantic atmosphere.


Savoy, it wins you with a glance,
Just by looking at Savoy, it seems to attract and charm people.


Savoy, gives happy feet a chance to dance.
Savoy's ambiance is such that it encourages people to dance.


Your old form just like a clinging vine,
Your figure is curvy and shapely, much like a vine that clings onto things.


Your lips so warm and sweet as wine,
Your lips are as inviting and comforting as a glass of wine.


Your cheek so soft and close to mine, divine.
Your cheek feels tender and cozy when it's next to mine.


How my heart is singing,
I feel so happy and contented that my heart is figuratively 'singing'.


While the band is swinging,
The band playing music is prompting me to dance and have a good time.


I'm never tired of romping,
I feel so energized and enthusiastic about dancing and having fun.


And stomping with you at the Savoy.
I particularly enjoy dancing with you at Savoy which makes it simply perfect.


What joy, a perfect holiday,
Savoy seems like the perfect place for a holiday.


Savoy, where we can glide and sway,
Savoy is conducive to dancing and moving gracefully.


Savoy, let me stomp away with you
I'd love to dance and stomp away with you at Savoy.




Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, REGENT MUSIC CORPORATION, BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Benny Goodman, Edgar Sampson, Chick Webb

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