A Lot of Livin' to Do
Frank Sinatra & Dean Martin & Sammy Davis Jr. Lyrics
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And I mean
To kiss me a few
Oh, those girls don't know what they're missin'
I got a lot of livin' to do
And there is wine all ready for tastin'
There's Cadillacs, all shiny and new
There's such a lot of livin' to do
There is music to play
Places to go and people to see
Everything for you and me
Life's a ball if only you know it
And it's all waitin' for you
You're alive, so come on and show it
There's such a lot of livin' to do
I got a lot of livin' to do
Man, there is such a lot of livin' to do
Why, there is music to play
Places to go and people to see
Everything for you and me
Life's a ball if only you know it
And it's all just waitin' for you
You're alive, so come on and show it
There's such a lot of livin'
Such a lot of livin'
Such a lot of livin' to do
The song "A Lot Of Livin' To Do" is a joyous and exuberant celebration of life. It expresses the sentiment that there are endless opportunities and experiences to be had, and encourages the listener to seize each moment and make the most of their time on earth.
The lyrics begin by acknowledging the allure of romance and the singer's desire to kiss several girls, emphasizing their eagerness to explore and embrace passion. The playful tone suggests a carefree and adventurous attitude towards relationships. The verses also highlight the abundance of possibilities in life, such as tasting fine wine and driving luxurious Cadillacs. The sense of urgency and the phrase "time is wastin'" emphasize the fleeting nature of existence and the need to make the most of every moment.
The chorus expands on the idea that life is a grand adventure filled with music, places to visit, and people to meet. It encourages the listener to embrace their vitality and showcase their zest for life. The lyrics ultimately convey the message that life is meant to be enjoyed to the fullest, and that there is an abundance of experiences waiting to be discovered.
Line by Line Meaning
There are girls just ripe for some kissin'
There are attractive women who are ready to be kissed
And I mean to kiss me a few
And I intend to kiss a few of them
Oh, those girls don't know what they're missin'
Oh, those girls are unaware of the experiences they are missing out on
I got a lot of livin' to do
I have a lot of experiences and enjoyment to embrace
And there is wine all ready for tastin'
And there is wine waiting to be tasted and enjoyed
There's Cadillacs, all shiny and new
There are brand new, attractive Cadillacs
Gotta move, 'cause time is wastin'
I need to take action because time is passing by
There's such a lot of livin' to do
There are so many exciting experiences and pleasures to embrace
There is music to play
There is music waiting to be played and enjoyed
Places to go and people to see
There are various places to visit and people to meet
Everything for you and me
There is everything available for both of us to enjoy
Life's a ball if only you know it
Life can be incredibly enjoyable if you truly realize it
And it's all waitin' for you
And all these experiences and pleasures are waiting for you
You're alive, so come on and show it
You are alive, so express your vitality and enjoy life to the fullest
There's such a lot of livin' to do
There is so much living and experiencing to be done
I got a lot of livin' to do
I have a great deal of living and enjoying life ahead of me
Man, there is such a lot of livin' to do
My friend, there is an immense amount of living and enjoyment to be had
Why, there is music to play
Indeed, there is music waiting to be played and appreciated
Places to go and people to see
Various places to visit and individuals to meet exist
Everything for you and me
There is an abundance of experiences, opportunities, and pleasures for both of us
Life's a ball if only you know it
Life can be tremendously enjoyable if you truly comprehend it
And it's all just waitin' for you
And all these experiences and pleasures are simply waiting for you
You're alive, so come on and show it
Since you are alive, come on and demonstrate your vitality
There's such a lot of livin'
There is an astonishing amount of living and experiencing
Such a lot of livin'
An incredible quantity of living and enjoying life
Such a lot of livin' to do
So much life to be lived and enjoyed
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Iricom US Ltd, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Charles Strouse, Lee Adams
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@davidrussell5570
Sammy had so much love of life in his voice...Great work, great song...
@haralaboskrikis7440
Another song in which he unfolds his great talent...rightly called the greatest entertainer ever
@johnmarlin7269
What a wonderful rendition of this great tune! Thanks for posting it.
@mimitesten5555
There was NO ONE like Sammy! I literally wept for the day he died and WEEKS after...coincidentally on the same day as Jim Hensen. There was a double rainbow on that day !! I miss you, Mr. Davis - but thank GOD for your recordings writings videos and vibrant spirit that has never died!
@syneathiabell1350
I love seeing Sammy performing this song live...What a WONDERFUL thing to see!❤
@chrissullivan4283
Sammy was the best entertainer in the world. Thats why... Frank Sinatra was his friend. And this music is fun and very confident like America at the time!
@mgtowbro917
I was in the dumps until I heard this song. Go Sammy!!!
@newzealandwhakatane9124
This man was mustard,just loved this song,r.i.p. SAM 💛
@grantalbrecht4402
heard on 1400am at Avila Beach, Calif.
@PuJitois
Best version of this song, IMO.