... Throughout the 1950s, Laine enjoyed a second career singing the title songs of Hollywood films and television shows, including: Gunfight At OK Corral, 3:10 To Yuma, Bullwhip, and Rawhide. His rendition of the title song for Mel Brooks' 1974 movie Blazing Saddles won an Oscar nomination for Best Song, and his recording of "Rawhide" for the television series of the same name has become a classic of the genre.
Them There Eyes
Frankie Laine Lyrics
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Life was a beautiful song
Didn't have a care nor worry
Then you had to come along
I fell in love with you first time
I looked into them there eyes
You've got a certain lil' cute way of flirtin'
With them there eyes
No stallin'
I'm fallin'
Going in a big way for sweet little you
My heart is jumpin'
You sure started somethin'
With them there eyes
You'd better watch them if you're wise
They sparkle, they bubble
They're gonna get you in a whole lot of trouble
You're overworkin' 'em
There's danger lurkin' in
Them there eyes
Maybe you think I'm just flirtin'
Maybe you think I'm all lies
Just because I get romantic when I gaze in
Them there eyes
I fell in love with you first time
I looked into them there eyes
You've got a certain lil' cute way of flirtin'
With them there eyes
They make me feel happy, they make me blue
No stallin'
I'm fallin'
Going in a big way for sweet little you
My heart is jumpin'
You sure started somethin'
With them there eyes
You'd better watch them if you're wise
They sparkle
They bubble
They're gonna get you in a whole lot of trouble
You're overworkin' 'em
There's danger lurkin' in
Them there eyes
In "Them There Eyes," Frankie Laine sings about falling in love with someone after looking into their eyes for the first time. He describes the person's charm, cuteness and flirtatious nature through the unique way they use their eyes. The lyrics suggest that these eyes have a certain power or magic that draw people in and can cause trouble if one is not careful. The chorus connotes that Laine is smitten by this person and is falling head over heels for them.
The song uses the person's eyes as a metaphor for their entire being, and the emotions that they elicit from Laine. The lyrics are playful and upbeat, with a jazzy, swing-style melody. This creates a cheerful, lighthearted atmosphere, which underscores the song's whimsical lyrics.
Overall, "Them There Eyes" is a tribute to the power of attraction, and how it can be conveyed through something as simple as the eyes. Through the playful lyrics and catchy music, the song embodies the thrill and excitement of falling in love.
Line by Line Meaning
I was just minding my business
I was content and unbothered before you came into my life.
Life was a beautiful song
Life was filled with joy and melody.
Didn't have a care nor worry
I was carefree and without any concerns.
Then you had to come along
You disrupted my contentment with your presence.
I fell in love with you first time
I immediately fell in love with you upon first sight.
I looked into them there eyes
Your captivating gaze drew me in.
You've got a certain lil' cute way of flirtin'
Your charming and playful flirting style is infectious.
With them there eyes
Your alluring eyes are the source of your magical charm.
They make me feel happy, they make me blue
Your eyes evoke emotions of both happiness and melancholy within me.
No stallin'
I'm not hesitating or delaying in my feelings for you.
I'm fallin'
I am completely and swiftly falling in love with you.
Going in a big way for sweet little you
I am pursuing you in a grand manner because of how deeply I feel for you.
My heart is jumpin'
My heart is racing with excitement and anticipation for you.
You sure started somethin'
You have ignited a passionate love within me.
You'd better watch them if you're wise
You should be cautious with your power to enchant others with your eyes.
They sparkle, they bubble
Your eyes are full of life and exuberance.
They're gonna get you in a whole lot of trouble
Your eyes have the potential to lead you down a troublesome path of love.
You're overworkin' 'em
You are using your eyes to their full potential to attract and charm others.
There's danger lurkin' in
There is a risk of falling into a dangerous love with someone who is too enchanted by your eyes.
Maybe you think I'm just flirtin'
You may think I am simply being playful with my romantic advances.
Maybe you think I'm all lies
You may doubt the sincerity of my love for you.
Just because I get romantic when I gaze in
My romantic feelings for you intensify when I look into your eyes.
Them there eyes
Your eyes hold the power to captivate and charm those around you.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Maceo Pinkard, Doris Tauber, William Tracy
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