Goldblum has also starred in several TV series, including the eighth and ninth seasons of Law & Order: Criminal Intent as Zack Nichols. He directed the short film Little Surprises, which was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film.
Jeffrey Lynn Goldblum was born to Jewish parents on October 22, 1952, in West Homestead, Pennsylvania. He is of Austrian-Jewish and Russian-Jewish descent. His mother, Shirley Jane Goldblum (née Temeles; 30 October 1926 – 9 January 2012), was a radio broadcaster who later ran a kitchen equipment and appliances sales firm; his father, Harold Leonard Goldblum (25 April 1920 – 23 February 1983), was a medical doctor and major in the U.S. Army during World War II. He has a sister, Pamela, and an older brother, Lee. Another older brother, Rick, died of kidney failure at age 23.
During his childhood, Goldblum belonged to an Orthodox synagogue and had a bar mitzvah ceremony. His parents were interested in show business. His father nearly studied acting before deciding to pursue medical studies. Goldblum moved to New York City at 17 to become an actor. He worked on the stage and studied acting at the renowned Neighborhood Playhouse under the guidance of acting coach Sanford Meisner. He made his Broadway debut in the Tony Award-winning musical Two Gentlemen of Verona. He is also an accomplished jazz pianist and declared that if he did not act, he would have become a professional musician.
Come On-A-My House
Jeff Goldblum & the Mildred Snitzer Orchestra Lyrics
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I'm gonna give you candy
Come on-a my house, my house
I'm gonna give you apple and plum and an apricot too
Come on-a my house, my house a-come on
Come on-a my house, my house a-come on
Come on-a my house, my house
Come on-a my house, my house a-come on
Come on-a my house, my house a-come on
Come on-a my house, my house
I'm gonna give you candy
Come on-a my house, my house
I'm gonna give you everything
Come on-a my house, my house
I'm gonna give you Christmas tree
Come on-a my house, my house
I'm gonna give you
a pomegranate
yeah yeah yeah yeah
Come on-a my house, my house a-come on
Come on-a my house, my house a-come on
Come on-a my house, my house a-come on
I'm gonna give you peaches and pear and I love your hair
Come on-a my house, my house a-come on
Come on-a my house, my house a-come on
Come on-a my house, my house
I'm gonna give you candy
Come on-a my house, my house
I'm gonna give you everything
The lyrics to Jeff Goldblum & the Mildred Snitzer Orchestra's song “Come On-A-My House” present a charming invitation to a guest, inviting them over to the singer’s home with the promise of a cornucopia of treats ranging from various fruits to cakes and candy. The song uses food and treats as a metaphor for hospitality and generosity as the singer offers to provide everything the guest could need, even a Christmas tree. The repetition of the phrase “come on-a my house” suggests a sense of enthusiasm and welcome that the singer hopes to convey to the guest.
Many of the foods mentioned in the lyrics are associated with warm, welcoming environments or holidays, such as the Christmas tree and pomegranate. By offering such items, the singer implies a connection to a rich cultural heritage and seeks to share that with the guest. The use of rhyme and repetition adds a playful element to the song, inviting the listener to join in and sing along. Ultimately, the song is a celebration of hospitality and generosity, using food and treats as a way to convey a warm welcome.
Line by Line Meaning
Come on-a my house, my house
I would love for you to visit my home
I'm gonna give you candy
I have sweet treats waiting for you
I'm gonna give you apple and plum and an apricot too
I have plenty of fresh, delicious fruit to share with you
I'm gonna give you figs and dates and grapes and cakes, yeah
I have an assortment of dried and fresh fruits, as well as baked goods, to give you
I'm gonna give you everything
I have a lot to offer and want to share it all with you
I'm gonna give you Christmas tree
I have a festive decoration for you
I'm gonna give you a pomegranate
I have another tasty fruit to give you
I'm gonna give you peaches and pear and I love your hair
I have even more fruit to offer and I admire your hairstyle
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Ross Bagdasarian, William Saroyan
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