Pianist/ Comedian, Emile Pandolfi
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Pianist/ Comedian, Emile Pandolfi
Steinway Artist Emile Pandolfi is a highly regarded performer known for his mesmerizing live shows and sophistication as an artist. Born in New York but raised in Greenville, SC, Pandolfi is a classically trained pianist, an instrument he took up at the age of five. He earned a degree in piano performance, but turned to popular music afterward in search of more humor and flexibility. Such exploration led Pandolfi to perform in England and Australia before landing base in Los Angeles, where he would arrange compositions for dancing, acting, and opera coaches, cruise ships, and clubs. Most notably, his impeccability led him to be one of four pianists to record the anthem "Rhapsody In Blue" to be played at the opening ceremonies for the 1984 Olympics, not to mention one of 84 pianists to perform live at the event. This experience also led him elsewhere, mostly along the comedy route, playing improv shows with Bobcat Goldthwait, Jay Leno, Robin Williams, David Letterman, Jerry Seinfeld, and many more.
Pandolfi moved his family back to his hometown of Greenville in the mid-'80s and became a resident pianist at a local club until 1993. During this time, he also recorded his debut album entitled By Request, which was picked up by a national distributor and released in 1991. Sales of By Request have surpassed gold status. His work is in such high demand that his various material of Broadway show tunes, standards, and film scores have lead Pandolfi to sell nearly three million albums worldwide. His album roster also includes the critically acclaimed Please Welcome... (1993), Nights on Broadway (1994), and Evening Romance (2000).
Aside from his musical passions, Pandolfi contributed his talents to a fundraiser with the United Way in 1994, a benefit concert showcasing his musical and comical talents while raising thousands of dollars for various charities.
~ MacKenzie Wilson, All Music Guide
Classically trained from the age of five, Emile has applied his considerable technical skills to the creation of beautiful, classically influenced piano solo arrangements.
The live performance is more than a musical concert, however. Drawing on his years at LA’s Comedy Store and his very personable, friendly sense of humor, Emile introduces, or “sets up” each medley or piece. In the classical portion of the show, he uses humor and sometimes, costume to bring even greater enjoyment and understanding of the pieces. The result is that audience members quickly feel at ease and experience two hours of exceptional entertainment in a variety of genres.
I've Got a Crush On You
Emile Pandolfi Lyrics
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Of Annabelle's and Lilian's
Would be, to capture me
But you had such persistence
You wore down my resistance
I fell, and it was swell
I'm your big and brave and handsome Romeo
How I won you I shall never, never know
But oh, my heart grew active
When you came into view
I've got a crush on you, sweetie pie
All the day and nighttime, hear me sigh
I never had the least notion
That I could fall with so much emotion
Could you coo, could you care
For a lovely cottage that, do you wanna meet Monday to pick up the forniture
The world will pardon my mush
'Cause I have got a crush, my baby, on you
Could you coo, there you go again, could you care, now wait a minute
For a lovely cottage that we could share
The world will pardon my mush
But I have got a crush, my baby, on you, oh yeah
The lyrics to Emile Pandolfi's "I've Got A Crush On You" describe the singer's newfound love and admiration for another person. The opening lines suggest that many women would be eager to have the singer's attention, but the object of his affections had persistence and eventually won his heart. The singer describes himself as a "big and brave and handsome Romeo," but acknowledges his surprise at winning over the other person. The singer then gushes about his crush, stating that he thinks about them constantly and that he never expected to fall so deeply in love.
In the second verse, the singer asks if the other person could imagine living together in a cottage, and expresses a desire to meet up and plan for the future. The chorus repeats the sentiment of the title, with the singer admitting to having a "crush" on the other person and acknowledging that others may find his affection somewhat sentimental.
Line by Line Meaning
How glad the many millions Of Annabelle's and Lilian's Would be, to capture me
There are many people who would love to have me, but you were the one who persisted and won me over.
But you had such persistence You wore down my resistance I fell, and it was swell
You were persistent in pursuing me, and eventually I gave in and fell for you. It was a great feeling.
I'm your big and brave and handsome Romeo How I won you I shall never, never know
I am your hero, your romantic ideal. I still can't believe that I won you over.
It's not that I'm attractive But oh, my heart grew active When you came into view
I don't consider myself to be particularly attractive, but when I saw you, my heart started beating faster and I knew I had to have you.
I've got a crush on you, sweetie pie All the day and nighttime, hear me sigh I never had the least notion That I could fall with so much emotion
I have a crush on you and I think about you all the time. I never thought I could feel such strong emotions for someone.
Could you coo, could you care For a lovely cottage that we could share
Would you be interested in starting a life together in a cozy little cottage?
The world will pardon my mush 'Cause I have got a crush, my baby, on you
Even if others find me cheesy or overly romantic, it doesn't matter because I am head over heels in love with you.
Could you coo, there you go again, could you care, now wait a minute For a lovely cottage that we could share
Let me ask again, would you be interested in starting a life together in a cozy little cottage?
The world will pardon my mush But I have got a crush, my baby, on you, oh yeah
Even if others find me cheesy or overly romantic, it doesn't matter because I am head over heels in love with you.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: George Gershwin, Ira Gershwin
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