I'm Losing You
Lou Gold and His Orchestra Lyrics
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Find out what he can do,
'Cause I'm in the market for you.
There won't be any joker,
With margin I'm all through,
'Cause I want you outright, it's true.
I want a thousand shares of your caresses, too.
We'll count the hugs and kisses,
When dividends are due,
'Cause I'm in the market for you!
The lyrics to Lou Gold and His Orchestra's song "I'm Losing You" are metaphorical in nature, describing the singer's desire to win over the affections of a love interest. The singer compares their pursuit of the love interest to the stock market, stating that they need to consult their broker to find out what they can do to win the love interest over, and that they're "in the market" for them.
The singer also references their past use of margin (borrowing money to invest in the stock market) as a joker, indicating that they won't be relying on any tricks to win the love interest over. They want to own the love interest outright, metaphorically speaking. The chorus continues the metaphor, with the singer stating that the love interest is going up in their estimation, and that they want "a thousand shares of your caresses." They'll count their hugs and kisses like dividends, suggesting the payoff will be worth it, and reiterating that they are "in the market for you."
Overall, the lyrics paint a picture of someone who is willing to invest time, effort, and emotion into winning over a love interest, and who is confident that the payoff will be worth it. The stock market metaphor adds a layer of whimsy and humor to the song, making it an enjoyable and lighthearted tune.
Line by Line Meaning
I'll have to see my broker,
I need to talk to my financial advisor
Find out what he can do,
To determine if I can afford you
'Cause I'm in the market for you.
Because I'm interested in pursuing a romantic relationship with you
There won't be any joker,
I'm not joking around, this is serious
With margin I'm all through,
I don't want to invest in anything with a financial risk
'Cause I want you outright, it's true.
I want to have a committed relationship with you
You're going up, up, up in my estimation,
I think higher and higher of you as time goes on
I want a thousand shares of your caresses, too.
I want your affection to be reciprocated
We'll count the hugs and kisses,
We'll cherish every moment we spend together
When dividends are due,
When we receive the rewards of our relationship
'Cause I'm in the market for you!
Because I'm pursuing a romantic and committed relationship with you
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JAMES F. HANLEY, JOSEPH ALLAN MCCARTHY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
avamogal55
Loved the song. Excellent job.
yogisuperman
Martin, you are the best videographer on youtube! Where is Annette Hanshaw's photo? So sad this was missed. Annette was the most prolific and adored singer of her era 1926-1935. "The Personality Girl," winner of Radioland Magazine's national poll, finishing ahead of ALL other male and female singers on the radio, including Bing Crosby! Have you forgotten her beauty? Annette's memory will live forever if you use Annette's photos! "That's All."