Sweet Georgia Brown
Django Reinhardt & Stéphane Grappelli Lyrics
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Could be the same
As Sweet Georgia Brown.
Crazy feet that dance so neat
Has sweet Georgia Brown.
Fella's sigh, and even cry
For sweet Georgia Brown.
I tell you just why
It's been said
She knocks them dead
In any old town.
Since she came right
It's a shame
How she brings them down.
The lyrics to Django Reinhardt's "Sweet Georgia Brown" describe the irresistible allure of the titular character. The singer asserts that no other woman could compare to her. She is known for her impeccable dancing skills and has men sighing and crying over her. The singer insists that he's not lying and claims that it's been said that Sweet Georgia Brown knocks people dead in any town she visits. The song speaks to the deep longing that Sweet Georgia Brown evokes in those who encounter her.
The lyrics paint a vivid picture of this charismatic and captivating woman. Her presence is so powerful that it commands the attention of everyone around her. The phrase "knocks them dead" suggests that people are so enamored with her that they are rendered speechless. The song also touches on the jealousy and envy that Sweet Georgia Brown's presence can inspire, as the line "it's a shame how she brings them down" suggests that some are reluctant to see others lavishing attention on her.
Line by Line Meaning
Well let me tell you well no chick made
I must say that no other woman compares
Could be the same
To Sweet Georgia Brown's unique charm
As Sweet Georgia Brown.
Crazy feet that dance so neat
Her skilled feet move exquisitely
Has sweet Georgia Brown.
Fella's sigh, and even cry
Men swoon and even weep with desire
For sweet Georgia Brown.
I tell you just why
Allow me to explain
You know I don't lie.
It's been said
Rumors have circulated
She knocks them dead
She leaves a lasting impression
In any old town.
Since she came right
Ever since her arrival
It's a shame
It's unfortunate
How she brings them down.
How she captivates them completely.
Lyrics © BRASSWORKS MUSIC
Written by: MAX LODERBAUER, PAULA SCHOPF
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@coleorum
I have listened to this solo hundreds of times and it still keeps getting better. He was beyond extraordinary.
@user-cx5pl2tu2h
That Bass has me boppin'. 😅 Extraordinary talented musicians. The "Swing" generation were extremely fortunate to have enjoyed such talent. ❤
@jimbobcarter8891
I never get tired to hear this guy he perform with virtuosity, a World Cultural Heritage.
@stellabloo
Django Reinhardt is only the greatest guitarist known to man before the 60s and a man who pushed on against all odds - he suffered burns all over his body including loss of 2 fingers in his fretting hand but came back to play like a jazz angel ;.)
@TerryTomlin
The greatest acoustic guitarist EVER.
@butfulmuzik
Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grapelli. And some people say their is no such thing as magic? Just listen to them, the magic is all around you. Two of the VERY best musicians, bar none.
@bertevans6601
One of his very best solos here. So inventive
@LinzyMcMurter
Just sort of takes your mind on a journey... Such an incredible musician
@rockinredneck57
How can 16 people NOT like this? This is beautiful and amazing music. Messrs Reinhardt and Grapelli were in a league of their own! Bravo!!
@davidwalker5054
All the modern gypsy jazz guitarists are technically brilliant guitarists but i think they overkill with speed you soon get bored but django knew when to hold back and when to put a lightning fast flurry of notes in. He always held your intrest someone once said django is the best storyteller iv'e ever heard on a guitar. i agree