Embraceable You
Harry 'Sweets' Edison [feat. Ben Webster] Lyrics


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Embrace me, my sweet embraceable you!
Embrace me, you irreplaceable you!

Just one look at you
My heart grew tipsy in me,
You and you alone
Bring out the gypsy in me!
I love all, the many charms about you!
Above all, I want my arms about you!

Don't be a naughty baby,




Come to papa, come to papa, do!
My sweet embraceable you!

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Embraceable You" express the deep longing and desire for someone's embrace. The singer addresses their love interest, using endearing terms like "sweet" and "irreplaceable," emphasizing the unique and enchanting qualities of the person they yearn for. The mere sight of this person has such a profound effect on the singer that their heart becomes overwhelmed with excitement.


The lyrics suggest that being in the presence of this person awakens a sense of adventure and passion within the singer. They feel liberated and enticed to explore the unknown, as if they embody the spirit of a gypsy. The singer is enamored by all the captivating attributes of their love interest, but above all, they crave the feeling of holding them in their arms.


In a playful tone, the singer requests their love interest not to be stubborn or difficult, urging them to come to them willingly. The lyrics convey a sense of affection, longing, and a desire to be intimately connected with the person being addressed. It is through their embrace that the singer hopes to find solace, love, and fulfillment.


Line by Line Meaning

Embrace me, my sweet embraceable you!
Embrace me, you irreplaceable you!


Just one look at you
Upon seeing you once


My heart grew tipsy in me
My heart became intoxicated within me


You and you alone
Only you


Bring out the gypsy in me!
Awaken the wanderer within me!


I love all, the many charms about you!
I adore all the numerous enchantments you possess!


Above all, I want my arms about you!
Most importantly, I desire to hold you in my arms!


Don't be a naughty baby,
Do not act mischievously, my dear


Come to papa, come to papa, do!
Approach your father, please!


My sweet embraceable you!
You are my endearing and huggable companion!




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Unison Rights S.L., Songtrust Ave, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: George Gershwin, Ira Gershwin

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