By 1961 jazz was falling out of favour with the general public but this shows two of the most important people in early jazz still able to produce amazing music year after they have fallen out of the spotlight.
Just Squeeze Me
Duke Ellington & Louis Armstrong Lyrics
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Want you to know it really is pleasin'
Want you to know I ain't for no teasin'
Treat me sweet and gentle when you say goodnight
Just squeeze me but please don't tease me
I get sentimental when you hold me tight
Just squeeze me but please don't tease me
Singing the blues away each day
Counting the rights and waiting for you
I'm in the mood to let you know
I never knew I loved you so
Please say you love me too
When I get this feelin' I'm in ecstasy
So squeeze me but please don't tease me
Treat me sweet and gentle when you say goodnight
Just squeeze me but please don't tease me
I get sentimental when you hold me tight
Just squeeze me but please don't tease me
Missing you since you went away
Singing the blues away each day
Counting the rights and waiting for you
I'm in the mood to let you know
I never knew I loved you so
Please say you love me too
When I get this feelin' I'm in ecstasy
So squeeze me but please don't tease me
The lyrics of Duke Ellington and Louis Armstrong's "Just Squeeze Me" are a plea to a loved one to show affection with physical touch ("squeeze me") while also acknowledging the vulnerability that comes with it. The first three lines establish that the singer is not interested in playing games, but truly desires intimacy. The following lines express the enjoyment and comfort that come from being held tightly, yet also reveal a sense of longing and loneliness ("missing you since you went away," "singing the blues away each day").
The chorus emphasizes the importance of physical touch ("squeeze me"), but also the need for sincerity and honesty ("please don't tease me"). The final lines reveal the depth of the singer's love and provide a vulnerable confession ("I never knew I loved you so"). Overall, the song highlights the complexity of human emotions in relationships and the power of physical touch to convey love and affection.
Line by Line Meaning
Want you to know I go for your squeezin'
I want you to know that I enjoy it when you hug me.
Want you to know it really is pleasin'
I want you to know that I find your hugs very pleasing.
Want you to know I ain't for no teasin'
I want you to know that I don't like it when you playfully withhold your hugs from me.
Treat me sweet and gentle when you say goodnight
Please be gentle and kind to me when we say goodnight to each other.
Just squeeze me but please don't tease me
Please hug me tightly, but don't playfully withhold your affection from me.
I get sentimental when you hold me tight
I become emotional when you hug me tightly.
Missing you since you went away
I have been longing for you since you left.
Singing the blues away each day
I try to cope with my sadness by singing the blues songs every day.
Counting the rights and waiting for you
I keep recalling the positive aspects of our relationship and eagerly anticipate your return.
I'm in the mood to let you know
I am currently feeling inclined to tell you something.
I never knew I loved you so
I didn't realize how deeply I cared about you until now.
Please say you love me too
I hope that you feel the same way I do and love me in return.
When I get this feelin' I'm in ecstasy
When I feel this way, I experience a great feeling of joy and happiness.
So squeeze me but please don't tease me
Hug me tightly, but please don't withhold your affection from me playfully.
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Written by: Duke Ellington
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