Say It With Music
Jack Say and His Orchestra Lyrics


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Let me hear you say it
Say it with a kiss
It you mean that look I've seen
Say it with a kiss
There is wine and candle shine
And music in your lips
Music in the tops
Of your fingertips
Words may not convey it
Say it with a kiss
And your look might speak a book
That my eyes might miss
You don't have to know the words
To love's familiar tune




Say it with a kiss
And say it soon

Overall Meaning

In the first lines of the song, "Let me hear you say it. Say it with a kiss," the singer is urging their lover to express their love for them through a physical gesture. As he notes, even if his partner may not know what to say, they can still convey their feelings through a simple act. The lyrics describe how a kiss can be as powerful as the words themselves, as it reveals the feelings and emotions that may be difficult to put into words. The refrain, "Say it with a kiss," reinforces the message, emphasizing that physical intimacy can be a gesture of love and devotion.


As the song continues, the singer describes the romantic atmosphere around them, from the candlelight to the music in their partner's lips and fingertips. He acknowledges that "words may not convey it," but that the look on his partner's face can say everything he needs to hear. The song concludes with a final plea to "Say it with a kiss, and say it soon," driving home the message that the physical act of love is just as important as any words that could be spoken.


Overall, "Say It With Music" paints a picture of a romantic moment between two people in love, urging them to rely on physical gestures and actions to communicate their feelings. It is a timeless message that reminds us of the power of touch and intimacy in expressing love.


Line by Line Meaning

Let me hear you say it
Tell me what you want to say


Say it with a kiss
Express your feelings through a kiss


If you mean that look I've seen
If that look on your face is genuine


Say it with a kiss
Express your feelings through a kiss


There is wine and candle shine
The atmosphere is romantic


And music in your lips
Your words sound like music to me


Music in the tops
You make me feel alive and inspired


Of your fingertips
Your touch makes me feel special


Words may not convey it
Sometimes words are not enough


Say it with a kiss
Express your feelings through a kiss


And your look might speak a book
Your expression can tell me everything


That my eyes might miss
I may not fully understand your words


You don't have to know the words
You don't need to say anything


To love's familiar tune
To show your love in a familiar way


Say it with a kiss
Express your feelings through a kiss


And say it soon
Tell me soon how you feel




Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Harry Warren, Johnny Mercer

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Comments from YouTube:

Steve Burstein

This is the best version of the song I've ever heard.

Juan Manuel Espinosa Vera

I had only heard Connif's version. It' s good to discover the origins of the songs. I like it.

Maggie Finucane

I am so lucky to have a copy of this record !

85scampi

The conclusion of this celebration of rememberance is simply that the artistry lives on and will go on!.

colin wells

Payne was really good,but when that needle goes into the groove,i feel as though i'm about to be tortured,but that is not the case.The result is really good music.

Harold Macmillan

Where do you get these music sheets from? I have a couple but many i would like to purchase!

jackpaynefan

Many came from charity shops or Ebay.

rupert powell

I remember his tv programme in 1950's. I know he had money troubles despite being a perfectionist (or hard taskmaster?) as this record (my scratchiest) shows. Some of the boys broke away and formed a band with the slogan) "Pleasure without the Payne"! It wasn't Jimmy Wornell was it?

jackpaynefan

Jimmy Wornell was not involved. During mid 1933 Jack Payne under doctors orders rested. The band was not paid during this period. The majority took up residence at the Road House on the Barnett by pass. When Jack heard they were all dismissed. Subsquently, they billed themselves as "Pleasure without Payne". Jack took out an injunction against them forbidding the use of the slogan. The band became known as The Barnstormers and made a few records on the (black) Winner and Sterno labels.

rupert powell

Thanks. That puts it all in context. Being such a fan of JP, it had worried me for 40 years!

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