In 1986, he was among the first batch to get inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. "Ain't That A Shame" and "Blueberry Hill" were named part of The Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame's 500 Songs That Shaped Rock & Roll. In 2004, "Blueberry Hill" was named #81 and "Ain't That A Shame" was named #431 on Rolling Stone's Top 500 Songs Of All Time. In 2004, he was named #25 on Rolling Stone's 100 Greatest Artists Of All Time.
In the wake of Domino's rescue from his 9th ward home during 2005's Hurricane Katrina, the Tipitina's Foundation organized a tribute album to the elder artist featuring Robert Plant, Norah Jones, Paul McCartney and numerous other acts that owe a creative debt to this seminal rock n roll pianist.
Don't You Know
Fats Domino Lyrics
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Don't you know I care
Don't you know I love you
Don't you know I care
Yeah the love I have for you
I take you anywhere
I like to take you for a walk
Or take you for a ride
Or take you for a ride
I like to do everything
That your 'lil heart desires
Don't you know don't you know
Don't you know don't you know
don't you know oooh baby don't you know
Yes I want you to believe me
'Cause I´m the one who know
I like to take you for a walk
Or take you for a ride
I like to take you for a walk
Or take you for a ride
I like to do everything
That your little heart desires
At a surface level, Fats Domino's "Don't You Know" appears to be a simple love song expressing the singer's strong love and care for their significant other. However, the repetition of the refrain "Don't you know" emphasizes the singer's desperation to be understood and believed by their partner. The singer emphasizes their willingness to do whatever their partner desires, even going so far as to say that they will take them anywhere. The repeated line "I'm the one who knows" may suggest that the singer is trying to convince their partner of their feelings, even if their partner may not currently believe them.
At a deeper level, the lyrics of "Don't You Know" reveal a more complex relationship dynamic where one partner may feel unappreciated or unrecognized by the other. The repeated refrain "Don't you know" suggests a lack of communication or understanding between the lovers that may stem from an imbalance in the relationship. The singer's willingness to do anything for their partner may imply that the relationship may be one-sided or driven by the singer's desire to please their partner.
Overall, "Don't You Know" explores the complexities of love and communication in relationships, highlighting the importance of understanding and being understood by one's partner.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't you know I love you
I have intense feelings of love for you
Don't you know I care
I am deeply concerned for your well-being
Yeah the love I have for you
My affection for you is boundless
I take you anywhere
I am willing to go anywhere with you
I like to take you for a walk
I enjoy strolling with you
Or take you for a ride
I like to go on drives with you
I like to do everything
I want to fulfill your every wish
That your 'lil heart desires
To satisfy the longings of your heart
Don't you know don't you know
Can't you perceive, can't you perceive
Don't you know don't you know
Won't you realize, won't you realize
Don't you know oooh baby don't you know
Haven't I made it clear, oh darling
Yes I want you to believe me
I desire for you to trust me
'Cause I'm the one who know
I am the one who understands
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ANTOINE DOMINO, DAVE BARTHOLOMEW
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@michaelpearson1272
He was the second richest rocknroll rhythm and blue's singers next to elvis and for a black man in the 50s that was a great achievement. Loved this big cheerful smiling man and his music. I'd put his early recordings on in my youth. And the earphones on. And have a private session to myself.
@paulbariohay3213
merveilleux !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@danielmkubacki
Great song.
@user-po8kl9xy9j
One of the singers who greatly influenced the white music of the fifties and sixties