I've Got a Crush On You
Frank Sinatra & Count Basie and His Orchestra Lyrics
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I've got you deep in the heart of me
So deep in my heart that you're really a part of me
I've got you under my skin
I'd tried so not to give in
I said to myself this affair never will go so well
But why should I try to resist when baby I know so well
I'd sacrifice anything come what might
For the sake of having you near
In spite of a warning voice that comes in the night
And repeats, repeats in my ear
Don't you know little fool
You never can win
Use your mentality, wake up to reality
But each time that I do just the thought of you
Makes me stop before I begin
'Cause I've got you under my skin
I would sacrifice anything come what might
For the sake of having you near
In spite of the warning voice that comes in the night
And repeats how it yells in my ear
Don't you know, little fool
You never can win
Why not use your mentality
Step up, wake up to reality
But each time I do just the thought of you
Makes me stop just before I begin
'Cause I've got you under my skin
Yes, I've got you under my skin
"I've Got You Under my Skin" is a classic love song that was first recorded by Frank Sinatra in 1956, with Bono joining him for a duet version in 1993. The song's lyrics depict a love that has penetrated so deeply into the singer's heart that he cannot resist his desire for the object of his affections. He admits to having tried to resist this pull, but ultimately cannot deny the depth of his feelings. Despite warnings that he will never win, he cannot help but keep his true love "under his skin."
The opening line "I've got you under my skin" is a metaphor for the hold that the person has over the singer, highlighting the idea that their connection is more than just physical. The second line "I've got you deep in the heart of me," reinforces this, suggesting that the love has become a fundamental part of who the singer is. The third line "So deep in my heart that you're really a part of me" paints a vivid picture of just how much the person has become ingrained in his very being. The final line of the verse repeats the same sentiment as the first, but with even more feeling and emotion behind it, showing that the singer cannot shake the hold his love has over him.
The chorus describes the internal struggle the singer is facing. Despite telling himself that the affair will never go well and trying to resist temptation, he keeps coming back to the object of his affection. The lines "I'd sacrifice anything come what might / For the sake of having you near" show just how much the singer is willing to give up for love. Even when his own internal voice warns him that he's a "little fool" and "never can win," he cannot let go of his desire for this person.
Overall, "I've Got You Under my Skin" is a powerful and poignant love song that captures the all-consuming nature of true love. It's a testament to the depth of feeling that can be so compelling that it seeps into every part of one's being, defying logic and reason.
Line by Line Meaning
I've got you under my skin
You're stuck in my mind and heart
I've got you deep in the heart of me
Your presence is a part of my being
So deep in my heart that you're really a part of me
I can't imagine myself without you
I'd tried so not to give in
I attempted to resist my feelings for you
I said to myself this affair never will go so well
I predicted that this relationship would have adverse consequences
But why should I try to resist when baby I know so well
But it's pointless to resist when I am so sure of my love for you
I'd sacrifice anything come what might
I am willing to give up anything for the chance to be with you
For the sake of having you near
Because being close to you means everything to me
In spite of a warning voice that comes in the night
Even though my inner conscience warns me of the risks
And repeats, repeats in my ear
Continues to echo in my mind
Don't you know little fool
You should know better, foolishly blinded by your emotions
You never can win
You'll never come out on top in this relationship
Use your mentality, wake up to reality
Stop being irrational and think logically about the situation
But each time that I do just the thought of you
But every time I try to think rationally, the thought of you consumes me
Makes me stop before I begin
Prevents me from shifting away from my feelings for you
'Cause I've got you under my skin
Because you're a fundamental part of my inner self
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Cole Porter
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