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.
Margie
Fats Domino Lyrics
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I'm always thinking of you, Margie
I'll tell the world I love you,
Don't forget your promise to me
I have bought a home and ring and everything
For Margie, you've been my inspiration,
Days are never blue,
There is really only one,
Oh Margie, Margie, it's you
Margie
I'm always thinking of you, Margie
I'll tell the world I love you,
Don't forget your promise to me
I have bought a home and ring and everything
For Margie, you've been my inspiration,
Days are never blue,
After all I said and done,
There is really only one,
Oh Margie, Margie, it's you
The lyrics to Fats Domino's "Margie" are a testament to his deep love and devotion for his sweetheart, Margie. The song is filled with promises of love and commitment, and it's clear that Fats has gone to great lengths to show Margie just how much he cares for her. He tells the world how much he loves her and reminds her of the promise she made to him.
The lyrics also reveal that Fats has bought a home and a ring for Margie. These are significant symbols of his love and commitment to her. In the second verse, Fats states that Margie has been his inspiration and that he never feels blue when he thinks of her. He reiterates that there is only one person for him, and that is Margie.
Overall, the lyrics to "Margie" convey a deep sense of love and affection. Fats Domino puts forth a great effort to show his love for Margie, and it's clear that she is the most important thing in his life.
Line by Line Meaning
My little Margie
My affectionate nickname for you is Margie
I'm always thinking of you, Margie
You're always on my mind, Margie
I'll tell the world I love you,
I'm not afraid to proclaim my love for you to everyone
Don't forget your promise to me
Don't break the vow you made to me
I have bought a home and ring and everything
I've invested in our future by purchasing a house and engagement ring
For Margie, you've been my inspiration,
You have motivated me, Margie
Days are never blue,
You make my days happy and joyful
After all I said and done,
Despite everything that's happened between us
There is really only one,
There is no one else like you
Oh Margie, Margie, it's you
You are the one, Margie
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Benny Davis, Con Conrad, J. Russell Robinson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@glennpowell3444
Try not to tap your feet to this gem.
@suzannegiant5453
Cracking me up!
@franciscomozolira1035
Para mi,éste es uno de los mejores temas de Fats,logró revivir un tema de los 20´s ,y lo hizo un gran éxito en muchos lugares del mundo.Fats,no recibió el crédito que se merecía,estando vivo,una lástima.
@gerardmol5619
This must be one of my favorite song of fats what a talent , that's what i call very good music,i am 77 now and will never get tired of that music
@margieleeodom2486
I agree . Fats must have been singing to me. My name is Margie. lol
@dianesilva901
Love Fats rendition of this song. Fats you were the best
@margaretalexander4645
My name is Margie and my Grandfather used to sing this to me when I was little! I never knew this was a Fats Domino song! Pretty cool!
@margaretmwilliams9554
My dad used to sing this song to me and I too have never heard of this version.
@21john52
RIP Fats Made a lot of people happy during your 89 years
@bluenote824jones7
John Steele you ain't kidding.