Sea Cruise
Frankie Ford Lyrics


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Old man rhythm is in my shoes
It's no use to sittin' and a-singin' the blues
So be my guest, you got nothin' to lose
Won't ya let me take you on a sea cruise?

Oo-ee, oo-ee baby
Oo-ee, oo-ee baby
Oo-ee, oo-ee baby


Won't ya let me take you on a sea cruise?

Feel like jumpin' baby won't ya join me please?
I don't like beggin' but now I'm on bended knees

I got to get to rockin', get my hat off the rack
I got to boogie-woogie like a knife in the back
So be my guest, you got nothin' to lose
Won't ya let me take you on a sea cruise?

Oo-ee, oo-ee baby
Oo-ee, oo-ee baby
Oo-ee, oo-ee baby
Won't ya let me take you on a sea cruise?

I got to get to movin', baby I ain't lyin'
My heart is beatin' rhythm and it's right on time
So be my guest, you got nothin' to lose
Won't ya let me take you on a sea cruise?

Oo-ee, oo-ee baby
Oo-ee, oo-ee baby
Oo-ee, oo-ee baby
Won't ya let me take you on a sea cruise?

Feel like jumpin', baby won't ya join me please?
I don't like beggin' but now I'm on bended knees

Oo-ee, oo-ee baby
Oo-ee, oo-ee baby

Oo-ee, oo-ee baby
Won't ya let me take you on a sea cruise?

Overall Meaning

"Sea Cruise" by Frankie Ford is a classic rock and roll song that describes the excitement of embarking on a sea voyage with someone special. The lyrics highlight the universal theme of wanting to escape from the monotony of everyday life and enjoy a brief respite from one's troubles, which is amplified by the rhythmic beat of the song. The singer's rhythmic movements are in keeping with the beat of the song, and he persuades his partner to join him in his dance, inviting her to join him on a sea cruise that will certainly offer an escape from their daily grind.


The opening line, "Old man rhythm is in my shoes," suggests that the singer is filled with a sense of rhythm that could not be contained, and he is incapable of sitting still and succumbing to the blues. He then encourages his partner to take his hand and join him on a spontaneous adventure by asking, "Won't ya let me take you on a sea cruise?" He implores her to join him in the whirlwind of activity, as he is bursting with a sense of expectation and elation, suggesting that life is to be lived in these moments of shared joyfulness.


In the end, "Sea Cruise" is a song about releasing oneself from the dreariness of life and enjoying the moment, living to the fullest extent possible. The song's frenetic and passionate rhythm is indicative of the energy of youth, and the singer invites the listener to come along on a journey of discovery, to seize the day in the way the band does through their musical prowess.


Line by Line Meaning

Old man rhythm is in my shoes
I feel the beat of the music coursing through my body.


It's no use to sittin' and a-singin' the blues
No need to be sad and sing the blues, let's have some fun.


So be my guest, you got nothin' to lose
Come with me, there's nothing to lose by taking a chance.


Won't ya let me take you on a sea cruise?
Let me take you on a fun adventure on the sea.


Oo-ee, oo-ee baby
Expressions of enthusiasm and excitement.


Feel like jumpin' baby won't ya join me please?
I want to dance and have fun, will you dance with me?


I don't like beggin' but now I'm on bended knees
I'm not one to beg, but I'm really hoping you'll say yes.


I got to get to rockin', get my hat off the rack
I need to start dancing and let loose.


I got to boogie-woogie like a knife in the back
I need to dance and move with urgency and intensity.


I got to get to movin', baby I ain't lyin'
I need to keep dancing and keep the party going.


My heart is beatin' rhythm and it's right on time
My heart is in sync with the music and I'm feeling alive.


Feel like jumpin', baby won't ya join me please?
Let's keep dancing and having fun together.


Won't ya let me take you on a sea cruise?
Come on a fun adventure with me on the sea.


Oo-ee, oo-ee baby
Expressions of enthusiasm and excitement.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: HUEY SMITH

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

Ronald Herrera

Old Man Rhythm is-a in my shoes
It's no use sittin' here singin' the blues
So Gbe my guest, you've got nothin' to lose
Won't you let me take you on a sea cruise?
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Whoo-ee, whoo-ee baby
Whoo-ee, whoo-ee baby
Whoo-ee, whoo-ee baby
Won't you let me take you on a sea cruise?
Bridge:
I Ffeel like jumpin'; baby, won't you join me,
Cplease?
I Fdon't like beggin', but now I'm on my bended
Gknees
Verse 2:
I gotta keep movin', honey, I ain't lyin'
My heart is beatin' rhythm and it's right on time
So be my guest, you've got nothin' to lose
Won't you let me take you on a sea cruise?
[Chorus:]
[Bridge:]
Verse 3:
I gotta keep a-rockin', get my hat off the rack
I gotta boogie-woogie like a knife's in my back
So be my guest, you've got nothin' to lose
Won't you let me take you on a sea cruise?
(chorus, then repeat its last line and fade)



Laurylie Polito

Old man rhythm is in my shoes
No use t'sittin' and a'singin' the blues
So be my guest, you got nothin' to lose
Won't ya let me take you on a sea cruise?

Oo-ee, oo-ee baby
Oo-ee, oo-ee baby
Oo-ee, oo-ee baby
Won't ya let me take you on a sea cruise?

Feel like jumpin' baby won't ya join me please
I don't like beggin' but I'm on bended knee

I got to get t'rockin get my hat off the rack
I got to boogie woogie like a knife in the back
So be my guest, you got nothin' to lose
Won't ya let me take you on a sea cruise?

Oo-ee, oo-ee baby
Oo-ee, oo-ee baby
Oo-ee, oo-ee baby
Won't ya let me take you on a sea cruise

I got to get t'movin' baby I ain't lyin'
My heart is beatin' rhythm and it's right on time
So be my guest, you got nothin' to lose
Won't ya let me take you on a sea cruise?

Oo-ee, oo-ee baby
Oo-ee, oo-ee baby
Oo-ee, oo-ee baby
Won't ya let me take you on a sea cruise?

Feel like jumpin' baby won't ya join me please
I don't like beggin' but I'm on bended knee

Oo-ee, oo-ee baby
Oo-ee, oo-ee baby
Oo-ee, oo-ee baby
Won't ya let me take you on a sea cruise?



All comments from YouTube:

Tango Bango

One of the BEST RocknRoll songs ever! RIP Frankie & thank you!

William Dwyer

Ditto!

Feelinq Fren

Well, when I was born, his wife gave me a little birth thing because my dad worked for him

The Puppy Channel

Thank Huey "Piano" Smith

Bernie Cioffoletti

I wholeheartedly agree!

Luigi Cellauro

@Feelinq Fren hvvhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh

Hardo Behme

I hope, that this music will never die!!

Patrick Star

Don't worry, legendary music like this will never die.

Robbie Thistle

Unlike all of us, rock n roll will never die!

Paul Crawley

if us oldies have brought our chidren up correctly they will bring theres up correctly and listen to real music

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