(2) One of the most accessible of all jazz pianists, Gene Harris' soulful style (influenced by Oscar Peterson and containing the blues-iness of a Junior Mance) was immediately likable and predictably excellent. After playing in an Army band (1951-1954), he formed a trio with bassist Andy Simpkins and drummer Bill Dowdy which was, by 1956, known as the Three Sounds. The group was quite popular, and recorded regularly during 1956-1970 for Blue Note and Verve. Although the personnel changed and the music became more R&B-oriented in the early '70s, Harris retained the Three Sounds name for his later Blue Note sets. He retired to Boise, ID, in 1977, and was largely forgotten when Ray Brown persuaded him to return to the spotlight in the early '80s. Harris worked for a time with the Ray Brown Trio and led his own quartets in the years to follow, recording regularly for Concord and heading the Phillip Morris Superband on a few tours; 1998's Tribute to Count Basie even earned a Grammy nomination. While awaiting a kidney transplant, he died on January 16, 2000, at the age of 66. ~ Scott Yanow, Rovi
Don't Get Around Much Anymore
Gene Harris Lyrics
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Heard they crowded the floor
Couldn't bear it without you
Don't get around much anymore
Though I'd visit the club
Got as far as the door
They'd have asked me about you
Darling, I guess my mind's more at ease
But nevertheless why stir up memories?
Been invited on dates
Might have gone but what for?
Awf'lly diff'rent without you
Don't get around much anymore
The lyrics in Gene Harris's song Don't Get Around Much Anymore speak about missing someone and feeling lonely after they're gone. The singer missed the Saturday dance and heard they crowded the floor. Without the person, they couldn't bear going to any social events. Though they would've liked to visit the club, they couldn’t bring themselves to go further than the door, knowing that people would ask about the person they miss. The lyrics portray the pain of not being able to enjoy life's little pleasures because of the absence of that special someone. Towards the end of the song, the singer admits that they've been invited on dates but not going, as everything's different without their companion.
The lyrics relate to the feeling of missing someone so much you don't feel like doing anything enjoyable without them. The memories of the past flood the singer's mind and make it hard to forget the pain of separation from someone they loved. Despite trying to move on, they can't seem to shake how they feel inside. The song's powerful message still resonates with listeners today, showcasing how important it is to cherish those we love and hold dear, as they create memories that last long after they are gone.
Line by Line Meaning
Missed the Saturday dance
I didn't go to the dance on Saturday
Heard they crowded the floor
I heard the dance floor was crowded
Couldn't bear it without you
I didn't want to go without you
Don't get around much anymore
I don't go out much anymore
Though I'd visit the club
I thought about going to the club
Got as far as the door
I only made it to the entrance
They'd have asked me about you
People would have asked me about you
Don't get around much anymore
I don't go out much anymore
Darling, I guess my mind's more at ease
My mind is more relaxed now
But nevertheless why stir up memories?
But why bring back memories?
Been invited on dates
I have received invitations for dates
Might have gone but what for?
I might have gone, but why bother?
Awf'lly diff'rent without you
It's so different without you
Don't get around much anymore
I don't go out much anymore
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Written by: Duke Ellington, Bob Russell
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