Satin Doll
Johnny Hodges & His Orchestra Lyrics

Cigarette holder which wigs me
The sight of her holding a cigarette with a holder captivates me

Over her shoulder she digs me
She shows interest in me by looking back over her shoulder

Out cattin' that satin doll
She's out and about, enjoying herself like a glamorous doll

Baby, shall we go out skippin'?
Darling, should we go out dancing joyfully?

Careful, amigo, you're flippin'
Be cautious, my friend, you're getting too excited

Speaks Latin that satin doll
She speaks the language of charm and sophistication

She's nobody's fool so I'm playing it cool as can be
She is smart and savvy, so I'm trying to act nonchalant

I'll give it a whirl but I ain't for no girl catching me
I'll give it a try, but I won't easily let any girl capture my heart

Swich-e-rooney
An exclamation expressing surprise or delight

Telephone numbers well you know
Having connections with important people, you know

Doing my rhumbas with uno
Dancing energetically with one partner

And that's my satin doll
And that's the woman I adore, my elegant and glamorous companion