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.
I've Been Around
Fats Domino Lyrics
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Searching for someone exactly like you
And finally I found a love that is true
Whoa ho ho ho, whoa ho ho ho, whoa ho ho ho
Nobody know just how I feel
You had me spinning just like the spinning wheel
But finally I found a love that is true
You heard my story, you heard just what I said
A man without love, he might as well be dead
But I finally I found a love that is true
Whoa ho ho ho, whoa ho ho ho, whoa ho ho ho
I've been around the world it's true
Searching for someone exactly like you
And finally I found a love that is true
Whoa ho ho ho, whoa ho ho ho, whoa ho ho ho
In Fats Domino's song, "I've Been Around," the lyrics seem to convey the idea that the singer has been searching for a love that is true, and after years of searching, finally found someone who fits the description. This search may have taken the singer around the world, searching for someone exactly like the person he is singing to. The chorus of the song highlights the relief and satisfaction he feels upon finally finding this true love.
The lyrics also convey the idea that the singer may have felt lost and lonely without this true love, and felt like he was just spinning in circles, like a spinning wheel. However, the search was worth it, as he now feels like he has found a love that is genuine and true. The last verse echoes this sentiment, emphasizing that finding love is essential to living a fulfilling life.
Overall, the song seems to have a positive and optimistic message about the importance of true love in one's life.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been around the world it's true
I have traveled far and wide, it is true
Searching for someone exactly like you
I was looking for a person just like you
And finally I found a love that is true
At last, I discovered a genuine and faithful love
Whoa ho ho ho, whoa ho ho ho, whoa ho ho ho
A joyous and enthusiastic exclamation of my elation and happiness
Nobody know just how I feel
No one truly understands my emotions
You had me spinning just like the spinning wheel
You left me feeling dizzy and confused
But finally I found a love that is true
However, I eventually discovered an authentic and unwavering love
You heard my story, you heard just what I said
You listened to my tale, and absorbed all I had to tell
A man without love, he might as well be dead
A male without love may as well not exist
But I finally I found a love that is true
Yet, I did eventually discover a genuine and faithful love
Whoa ho ho ho, whoa ho ho ho, whoa ho ho ho
A joyous and enthusiastic exclamation of my elation and happiness
I've been around the world it's true
I have traveled far and wide, it is true
Searching for someone exactly like you
I was looking for a person just like you
And finally I found a love that is true
At last, I discovered a genuine and faithful love
Whoa ho ho ho, whoa ho ho ho, whoa ho ho ho
A joyous and enthusiastic exclamation of my elation and happiness
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ANTOINE DOMINO
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Riogi
A true treasure here.. love Fats and his amazing music.
G R
Absolute masterpiece. Most underrated Musician of all time.
John Jensen
Remember when I got this record back in 59. Love Domino music ✊🎤🎹
Classic Car Creations
One of my Favorite Hits Thank you for sharing!
Classic Car Creations
@Doug Reibling Thank you!
Doug Reibling
Good info in the description
juha vesanen
❤️👍🏿