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Floyd Cramer And His Orchestra Lyrics
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Well, Harry Babbitt
We got quite a problem here, son
Let's talk it over
I could while away the hours
Conferrin' with the flowers
And my head I'd be scratchin'
While my thoughts were busy hatchin'
If I only had a brain
Why I'd unravel every riddle
For most any individual
In trouble or in pain
And with the thoughts, I'd be thinkin'
"I can be another Lincoln"
If I only had a brain
Oh, I could tell you why
The ocean's so near the shore
I could think of things I never thought before
And then I'd sit and think some more
Why I would not be just a nothin'
My head all full of stuffin'
My heart all full of pain
And perhaps I'd deserved you
And even be worthy of you
If I only had a brain
Oh, if I only had a brain
The song "If I Only Had a Brain" by Floyd Cramer And His Orchestra is a homage to the classic movie The Wizard of Oz. The song is a part of the movie's soundtrack and was sung by the Scarecrow, played by Ray Bolger. The lyrics of the song express a desire for a brain that could help the Scarecrow solve problems and be someone of significance.
The song starts with a conversation between Harry Babbitt and the orchestra, discussing a problem. This is a reference to the movie where the Scarecrow and Dorothy talk about their problems while walking through the Cornfield. The Scarecrow is expressing his desire to have a brain that would help him be smarter and solve problems.
Throughout the song, the Scarecrow talks about how he would spend his time discussing things with the flowers and the rain, and how he would be thinking of ways to solve the problems of others. He also talks about how he would be able to think of things that he never thought of before and be someone of significance like Abraham Lincoln. The song ends with the Scarecrow wishing that he had a brain that would help him be worthy of someone.
Overall, the song "If I Only Had a Brain" is a lighthearted and whimsical tune that captures the essence of the Scarecrow's desire for intelligence and significance. It is a classic example of the music and lyrics that came out of the era of Hollywood musicals.
Line by Line Meaning
If I only had a brain
I wish I were intelligent and could think clearly and creatively.
I could while away the hours
I would spend my time leisurely if I were smart enough to avoid stress.
Conferrin' with the flowers
I would talk with nature and appreciate its beauty if I had the intellect to appreciate it.
Consultin' with the rain
I would listen to the sounds of the rainfall, as it has a soothing effect on the mind which I would appreciate more if I were intelligent.
And my head I'd be scratchin'
I would ponder over complex issues as an intelligent person does, even if I had to stress out over them.
While my thoughts were busy hatchin'
I would constantly come up with new ideas and concepts as a smart and creative individual does.
Why I'd unravel every riddle
I would solve every problem that came my way with my sharp intellect and clear thinking.
For most any individual
I would be helpful to anyone and everyone who needed it with my intelligence and expertise.
In trouble or in pain
I would be able to guide and support individuals in need if I had the sharp mind to do so.
And with the thoughts, I'd be thinkin'
I would constantly brainstorm and come up with new and innovative ideas with an intelligent and active mind.
"I can be another Lincoln"
I would aspire to be a great leader and have a positive impact on society with my sharp intellect.
Oh, I could tell you why
I would have deep insight and be able to explain the complexities of the world around us with my intelligence.
The ocean's so near the shore
I would be able to explain the reasons behind natural phenomena which are not easily understood by everyone.
I could think of things I never thought before
I would have new and original ideas that would benefit society with my intellect and creative thinking.
And then I'd sit and think some more
I would constantly ponder and reflect over the complexities of the world around us with a sharp and active mind.
Why I would not be just a nothin'
I would not be worthless if I had intelligence and could contribute to society in a positive manner.
My head all full of stuffin'
I would not be a dummy and an empty shell if I had intelligence and could think deeply on various issues.
My heart all full of pain
I would have the heart to empathize and understand others who were in pain and need support and assistance.
And perhaps I'd deserved you
I would have earned the love and admiration of others with my intelligence, creativity, and compassion.
And even be worthy of you
I would be of great value and able to contribute positively to the lives of others through my sharp and active mind.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Harold Arlen, Yip Harburg
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@heatherhayes7947
Beautiful music l adore the piano my mother played the piano l always stood buy her side to listen to her play.lm 75 now and still love it.❤️
@russchiappa4870
When I’m really bummed, I put on this music. A comfort. Takes me back to my grandparents circa 1960s Brewster NY. Happy times
@brendak.bumgart6743
One of the best pianists in my lifetime . I could listen to him all day , my Mother certainly did , as she cleaned house. I now will continue her tradition , rest in peace Mr. Cramer , Mother, I shall see you and Dad when my journey here on earth is over and meet you in the Beautiful, glorious home called Heaven. 🙏🏻💖💙🙏🏻
@robertpetty2773
Just beautiful.
@user-de5vd5dv3j
Beautiful. I play his records when I think about my dad. Good days.
@FredPickett
One of the best Pianists We ever had/R.I.P. Mr. Floyd.
@markbaum7379
Listened to him on a country station in Florida back in 1986 - His music takes me all the way home to Brooklyn NY which I miss the good old days. My Mom & Dad approved of him and always told me to turn the radio up when he came on. I'm very glad to be listening to Floyd Cramer today on You Tube.
@rebeccad5988
Floyd Cramer brilliant legend 💕🎼🎶🎹🎹🎹🎶
@merlinclickman7499
I can listen to Floyd Cramer all day. When he plays I Can't Help Falling in Love, it brings me back to our wedding. Colette and I, oh how I treasure her love and memory.
@ermancroney3805
I started listening to this great man in the early 60s when Dad & I was going fishing. Crossing two ferries on Norfork Lake in AR. we heard him play JAVA every time! Wow! I have loved his playing now for nearly 70 years!