I've got you under my skin
Keely Smith & Louis Prima Lyrics
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I've got you deep in the heart of me
So deep in my heart, you're really a part of me
Baby, under my skin
I've tried so not to give in
I've said to myself this affair never could go so well
But why should I try to resist, when Luigi I know so well
I'd sacrifice anything come what might
For the sake of having you near
In spite of a warning voice that comes in the night
And repeats, repeats in my ear
Don't you know you little fool, you never can win
Use your mentality (wake up to reality)
But each time you do (just the thought of you)
Makes me (stop before you begin)
'Cause I've got you under my skin
I've got you under my skin
I'd sacrifice anything come what might
For the sake of having you near
In spite of a warning voice that comes in the night
And repeats, repeats in my ear
Don't you know you little fool, you never can win
Use your mentality (wake up to reality)
But each time you do (just the thought of you)
Makes me (stop before you begin)
'Cause I've got you under my skin
Oh, I've got you under my skin
Yeah, I've got you, baby, under my skin
Oh holy ???
I've got you, baby, under my skin
The lyrics to "I've Got You Under My Skin" by Keely Smith and Louis Prima speak about an obsessive love that can't be shaken. The singer admits that the person they love is deep inside their heart and is a part of them. The singer has tried to resist this love affair but has ultimately failed because the object of their affection, Luigi, is too tempting. The idea of not having him near is too much to bear, so the singer is willing to sacrifice anything to keep him close, even if it means ignoring the warning voice in their head that tells them they can never win.
Despite trying to reason with themselves, the singer can't help but feel the rapturous pull of love. It's as if they are addicted, unable to resist even when they know it's not good for them. The lyrics imply that the singer's love is dangerous and all-consuming. They literally have the person they love "under their skin."
Overall, "I've Got You Under My Skin" is a song about the power of love and how it can drive us to the brink of madness. It speaks to the way that love can take over our minds and make us feel like we're not in control.
Line by Line Meaning
I've got you under my skin
You are deeply ingrained in my soul
I've got you deep in the heart of me
Your place in my heart is profound
So deep in my heart, you're really a part of me
Your influence on me is significant and inseparable
Baby, under my skin
You are like a need that I can't stop feeling
I've tried so not to give in
I have attempted to resist this feeling of attraction
I've said to myself this affair never could go so well
I have thought that this relationship won't end happily
But why should I try to resist, when Luigi I know so well
But why should I bother trying to resist this love that I know so well
Little mogetti under my skin
Your influence on me is far-reaching
I'd sacrifice anything come what might
I am willing to give up anything for you, no matter what happens
For the sake of having you near
I want to be close to you all the time
In spite of a warning voice that comes in the night
Despite the warning thoughts that come to me at night
And repeats, repeats in my ear
That keeps repeating in my mind
Don't you know you little fool, you never can win
You are foolish to think that you can overcome this love
Use your mentality (wake up to reality)
Be sensible and face the truth
But each time you do (just the thought of you)
But every time I try to be sensible
Makes me (stop before you begin)
I just can't control my desire for you
'Cause I've got you under my skin
You have a hold on me that I can't ignore
Oh, I've got you under my skin
I can't shake off this feeling for you
Yeah, I've got you, baby, under my skin
You are a big part of my life now
Oh holy ???
Unknown or inaudible lyrics
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: COLE PORTER
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@karlhungus5554
Keely was a wonderful performer -- talented, beautiful, and a great deadpan sense of humor. I love Louis, too. He was also funny, a great showman, and seemed to have boundless energy. What a team. Bless you both.
@jeffersonjames1964
Am, Keely really had the pipes, much more than she let on with the Prima act.
This woman really had a VOICE!
@stopthephilosophicalzombie9017
Yeah that Old Black Magic really shows her voice off better than this number.
@showtunestarpower
I love how playful Smith and Prima are with each other as they alternate the lines back and forth. Pure joy!
@Rick-mx5kh
I wish I was around when they were performing together...I love their act!
@jenniferbrooks87
I was just thinking that. What a blast that would be!
@markscheinfeld3020
Keely! There will never be another.
@jaychanchez1772
Wow first time I saw these guys, and it was just a couple months ago I thought ,,, THEIR NUTS !!!!!! Now I understand they’’er GENIUSES !!!!!! 🙂
@gawaniwhitecrow2731
Superbly amazing and in the moment. The way they riffed off eachother is so cool to watch.
@user-mc1bn9so7z
Astazi 7 decembrie 2023 se implinesc 113 ani de la nasterea marelui artist Louis prima. Anul nasterii 7 decembrie 1910,new Orleans, louisiana statele unite. Zodia sagetator. ❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉