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Sing a Song of Sunbeams
His Orchestra Lyrics
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Feeling the way I am
Any old band'll go bust
If it ain't got that jam
When a body needs a body
On the ballroom floor
Then a body asks a body
Oh baby, I don't want you
To croon soft and mellow
Let me warn you in advance
Sing me a swing song and let me dance
Oh baby, I don't want
Any moon bright and yellow
You can have your sweet romance
Sing me a swing song and let me dance
Mr. Trombone, play some corn
I ain't carin' what notes
Mr. Trumpet, grab a horn
Brother, give me hot notes
Oh baby, I don't want
Any tune on a cello
Give the rhythm men a chance
Sing me a swing song and let me dance
Let me warn you in advance
Sing me a swing song and let me dance
You can have your sweet romance, just
Sing me a swing song and let me dance
Mr. Trombone, play some corn
I ain't carin' what notes
Mr. Trumpet, grab a horn
Brother, give me hot notes
Oh baby, I don't want
Any tune on a cello
Give the rhythm men a chance
Sing me a swing song and let me dance
Old Chick Webb is beatin' it out
Makes me feel like I want to shout
All the boys are ready to prance, so
Sing me a swing song and let me dance
"Sing a Song of Sunbeams" by His Orchestra is a lively and energetic song that celebrates the joy of swing music and dancing. The lyrics convey a strong desire for a song that is robust and full of energy. The singer expresses the sentiment that any band will fail if it doesn't have the infectious quality of a jamming swing song. They emphasize their preference for swing music over soft and mellow tunes or sweet romances. The plea to "sing me a swing song and let me dance" reflects the desire to be swept away by the vibrant beats and rhythms of swing music, allowing them to express themselves through dance.
The song also highlights the importance of the various instruments in creating the desired swing sound. In the lyrics, the trombone and trumpet players are specifically called upon to play their instruments with enthusiasm and provide hot notes. This emphasizes the role of the brass section in adding energy and excitement to the performance. The mention of Chick Webb, a renowned jazz drummer from the Swing Era, further emphasizes the importance of rhythmic elements and the desire for a strong beat.
Overall, "Sing a Song of Sunbeams" celebrates the power of swing music to uplift and energize, making it a perfect choice for dancing and letting loose.
Line by Line Meaning
Give me a song that's robust
I want a lively and energetic song
Feeling the way I am
Considering my current mood
Any old band'll go bust
Any mediocre band will fail
If it ain't got that jam
Unless it has a catchy and infectious rhythm
When a body needs a body
When someone desires to dance
On the ballroom floor
In a formal dance setting
Then a body asks a body
Then someone wonders
"What's a swing band for?"
"What is the purpose of a swing band?"
Oh baby, I don't want you
Oh darling, I don't desire you
To croon soft and mellow
To sing in a soothing and gentle manner
Let me warn you in advance
Allow me to forewarn you
Sing me a swing song and let me dance
Perform a lively swing song that will make me want to dance
Oh baby, I don't want
Oh darling, I don't desire
Any moon bright and yellow
Any romantic and sentimental song
You can have your sweet romance
You can enjoy your romantic moments
Sing me a swing song and let me dance
Perform a lively swing song that will make me want to dance
Mr. Trombone, play some corn
Mr. Trombone, play some exciting and impressive music
I ain't carin' what notes
I don't care about the specific musical notes
Mr. Trumpet, grab a horn
Mr. Trumpet, start playing your instrument
Brother, give me hot notes
Friend, impress me with intense and thrilling musical sounds
Oh baby, I don't want
Oh darling, I don't desire
Any tune on a cello
Any slow and melodic song played on a cello
Give the rhythm men a chance
Allow the musicians playing rhythmic instruments to showcase their skills
Sing me a swing song and let me dance
Perform a lively swing song that will make me want to dance
Let me warn you in advance
Allow me to forewarn you
Sing me a swing song and let me dance
Perform a lively swing song that will make me want to dance
You can have your sweet romance, just
You can enjoy your romantic moments, but
Sing me a swing song and let me dance
Perform a lively swing song that will make me want to dance
Old Chick Webb is beatin' it out
The drummer Chick Webb is playing rhythmically
Makes me feel like I want to shout
Makes me want to express my excitement loudly
All the boys are ready to prance, so
All the male dancers are eager to move in a lively manner, therefore
Sing me a swing song and let me dance
Perform a lively swing song that will make me want to dance
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: HOAGY CARMICHAEL, STANLEY ADAMS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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The extended version of the song from the movie “East Side of Heaven” from 1939 starring Bing Crosby as a singing cab driver.
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