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.
Sometimes I Wonder
Fats Domino Lyrics
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Sometimes I wonder oh!, why my baby cut out for me
If I get her wrong, why didn't she tell poor me
When I see that gal, I'm gonna put her down
When I see that gal, I'm gonna put her down
'Cause I'll find me another gal who loves to go to town
Now I won't have to wonder oh!, why my baby put me down
Well I do the best I can, but I'm glad she's not around
In Fats Domino's song "Sometimes I Wonder," the singer is expressing his confusion and disappointment over his lover leaving him without explanation. He questions why she would choose to cut him out without any warning or explanation, leaving him feeling lost and alone. He suggests that if there was something he did wrong, he wishes she would have communicated it to him.
As the song progresses, the singer becomes angry and vengeful, claiming he will "put her down" and find another woman who enjoys going out on the town. He no longer wants to wonder why his former lover left him, and is happy to move on.
The lyrics of this song are relatable to many who have experienced a sudden and unexplained breakup. It highlights the importance of communication in relationships and the frustration that can come when one party chooses not to communicate.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes I wonder why my baby cut out for me
At times, I question why my lover left me abruptly
Sometimes I wonder oh!, why my baby cut out for me
At times, I ponder and ask myself why my lover chose to leave suddenly
If I get her wrong, why didn't she tell poor me
If I mistook something in our relationship, why didn't my lover communicate with me to fix the issue
When I see that gal, I'm gonna put her down
If I run into my ex-girlfriend, I'll verbally discredit her
When I see that gal, I'm gonna put her down
If I cross paths with my former lover, I'll belittle her
'Cause I'll find me another gal who loves to go to town
Because I'll discover a new partner who values city life and is fond of socializing
I won't have to wonder why my baby put me down
Now I won't have to question the reason my lover abandoned me
Now I won't have to wonder oh!, why my baby put me down
Today, there won't be any confusion why my beloved desert me
Well I do the best I can, but I'm glad she's not around
I always try my best to keep my love interest happy, but I'm content that she's gone
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ALVIN E YOUNG, ANTOINE DOMINO
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Darryl Magoon
I love this early blues music by Fats.
Myke Vision
Great Site. Thanks so much for this Tube channel . I Love the tunes. Nobody swings those keys like Fats. It's Great to see how his music evolved and the beginnings of rock and roll with it. I do have a question :isn't SOMETIMES I WONDER the b side of DON'T YOU LIE TO ME released in May of 51? wasn't ROCKIN CHAIR a little later?
Fats-4-Ever
Mike, you are so right. Thanks for your comment (I corrected it!)