Keepin' Out of Mischief Now
Fumio Yasuda Lyrics


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Don't even go to a movie show
If you're not by my side
I stay home by my radio
But I'm satisfied
All my flirtin' days are gone
On the level from now on

Don't go for any excitement now
Books are my best company
All my opinions have changed somehow
Old-fashioned as can be
When you really learn to care
There's a thrill in Solitaire

Keepin' out of mischief now
Really am in love, and how!
I'm through playing with fire
It's you whom I desire

All the world can plainly see
You're the only one for me
I've told them in advance
They can't break up our romance
Living up to every vow
I'm keepin' out of mischief now

All the world can plainly see
That you're the only one for me
Say I've told them, told them in advance
That they can't break up our romance




Living up to every vow
I'm keepin', keepin' out of mischief now

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Fumio Yasuda's "Keepin' Out of Mischief Now" suggest a transformation in the singer's perspective on love and relationships. The singer expresses a desire to be with their significant other at all times, eschewing outside distractions like movies and television. They have given up their "flirtin' days" and have become "old-fashioned," seeking comfort in books and finding excitement in the simple pleasure of playing Solitaire.


The second half of the song describes the singer's devotion to their significant other, professing their love and expressing the belief that their relationship cannot be broken. The singer has made a commitment to fulfilling their vows and is "keepin' out of mischief now" in order to remain faithful and true to their partner.


Overall, the song suggests a sense of contentment and satisfaction in a committed, monogamous relationship. The singer values the stability and security that comes from being with just one person, and sees that as more valuable than any fleeting excitement or distraction.


Line by Line Meaning

Don't even go to a movie show
I don't want to go to any entertainment without you


If you're not by my side
I want to be always together with you


I stay home by my radio
I'm content staying at home listening to music


But I'm satisfied
I'm content with my current situation


All my flirtin' days are gone
I don't want to flirt with other people anymore


On the level from now on
I want to be honest and sincere from now on


Don't go for any excitement now
I'm not looking for any excitement or adventure now


Books are my best company
I find comfort and companionship in reading books


All my opinions have changed somehow
My views and beliefs have evolved and matured over time


Old-fashioned as can be
I have become traditional and conservative


When you really learn to care
When you truly care for someone


There's a thrill in Solitaire
Even a simple game like solitaire can be thrilling when you're in love


Keepin' out of mischief now
I'm avoiding any trouble or misbehavior now


Really am in love, and how!
I'm truly and deeply in love with you


I'm through playing with fire
I'm done taking risks and being reckless


It's you whom I desire
You're the only one I want


All the world can plainly see
Everyone can see that I only have eyes for you


You're the only one for me
You're my one and only


I've told them in advance
I've warned others beforehand


They can't break up our romance
No one can come between us


Living up to every vow
I'm committed to keeping every promise I make


I'm keepin', keepin' out of mischief now
I'm determined to stay out of trouble and be faithful to you




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: ANDY RAZAF, THOMAS 'FATS' WALLER

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