Albums by Frank Sinatra and the Red Norvo Quintet include Frank Sinatra with the Red Norvo Quintet: Live In Australia, 1959. The tapes for this live album were recorded during two stops on Sinatra's brief Australian tour of 1959. It is considered one of the wildest performances he has ever recorded, as he exhibits great freedom in his lyric choice, often switching and twisting entire phrases. Just as Sinatra begins the "I've Got You Under My Skin", for example, a woman in the audience screams. He responds between lyrics with "Get your hands off that broad!" Blue Note released the recordings in 1997.
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The Lady Is A Tramp
Frank Sinatra with the Red Norvo Quintet Lyrics
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She likes the theatre and never comes late
She never bothers with people she'd hate
That's why the lady is a tramp
Doesn't like crap games with barons or earls
Won't go to Harlem in ermine and pearls
Won't dish the dirt with the rest of the girls
She likes the free, fresh wind in her hair
Life without care
She's broke, and it's ok
Hates California, it's cold and it's damp
That's why the lady is a tramp
She gets too hungry to wait for dinner at eight
She loves the theatre but never comes late
She'd never bother with people she'd hate
That's why the lady is a tramp
She'll have no crap games with sharpies and frauds
And she won't go to Harlem in Lincolns or Fords
And she won't dish the dirt with the rest of the broads
That's why the lady is a tramp
She'd love the free, fresh wind in her hair
Life without care
She's broke, but it's ok
Hates California, it's so cold and so damp
That's why the lady
That's why the lady
That's why the lady is a tramp
Mr. Sinatra, let me start by saying that "The Lady is a Tramp" is a beautiful piece of music. As an interpreter of lyrics, I believe the song speaks to the essence of a woman who refuses to conform to societal norms and is comfortable in her own skin. The first verse suggests that she is not constrained by the expectations of a traditional society - she is hungry at 8 pm, enjoys theatre, and is not swayed by people she might not like. The second verse identifies her disdain for shallow conversations and fake people. She does not engage in "crap games with barons or earls" or gossip with other women. She is confident enough in herself and her abilities that she does not need to tear someone else down to lift herself up.
The chorus of the song is significant in reinforcing the themes introduced in the verses. She likes the "free, fresh wind in her hair" and a life without care. This line indicates that she is not tied down by material possessions or societal constraints. Even though she is broke, it does not define her - she is comfortable in her own skin. Finally, the last verse reinforces her independent spirit - she does not play games with dishonest people and does not need to display her wealth by driving fancy cars to certain neighborhoods. She is content to live life on her terms.
Overall, the song speaks to the independent spirit of a woman who is comfortable in her own skin and is confident enough to buck societal expectations.
Line by Line Meaning
She gets too hungry for dinner at eight
She has a hearty appetite and can't wait till eight for dinner
She likes the theatre and never comes late
She loves going to the theatre and always arrives on time
She never bothers with people she'd hate
She avoids people she dislikes and doesn't waste her time on them
That's why the lady is a tramp
Her independence and unconventional ways make her a tramp in society's eyes
Doesn't like crap games with barons or earls
She doesn't enjoy playing games with wealthy and snobbish people
Won't go to Harlem in ermine and pearls
She won't show off her wealth in Harlem and prefers to be modest
Won't dish the dirt with the rest of the girls
She won't gossip with the other women and prefers to keep to herself
That's why the lady is a tramp
Her unconventional values and behavior make her stand out from the typical social norms of a lady
She likes the free, fresh wind in her hair
She enjoys the feeling of freedom and the outdoors
Life without care
She prefers a carefree life, free of worry and stress
She's broke, and it's ok
She's financially struggling, but it doesn't bother her
Hates California, it's cold and it's damp
She despises the weather in California and finds it uncomfortable
That's why the lady is a tramp
Her unconventional views and behavior make her outsiders in society's eyes, but she's content with her life
She'll have no crap games with sharpies and frauds
She won't entertain offers from dishonest and manipulative people
And she won't go to Harlem in Lincolns or Fords
She won't flaunt her wealth or ride fancy cars in Harlem and prefers to blend in
And she won't dish the dirt with the rest of the broads
She won't gossip or talk behind the backs of other women and prefers to mind her own business
That's why the lady is a tramp
Her independence and defiance of social norms may label her as a tramp, but she marches to her own beat
She'd love the free, fresh wind in her hair
She aspires for freedom and independence, even if it means being unconventional
Life without care
Her carefree way of life is what sets her apart from others
She's broke, but it's ok
She's content with her lifestyle regardless of her financial situation
Hates California, it's so cold and so damp
She despises the weather in California and would rather be somewhere else
That's why the lady
She's an independent woman who won't conform to societal standards
That's why the lady
Her unique qualities make her stand out from the crowd and set her apart
That's why the lady is a tramp
Her non-conformist ways will continue to keep her labeled as a tramp, but she remains content in her choices.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: LORENZ HART, RICHARD RODGERS
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