It's Good As New
Louis Prima;Keely Smith Lyrics
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Embrace me, you irreplaceable you
Baby, just one look at you
My heart goes tipsy in me
You and you alone bring out the gypsy in me
Oh, I love all
Oh, those many
Oh, charms about you, oh
Ooo, don't be a naughty baby
Oh, why don't you come and get your baby, do
Call for an appointment
My sweet embraceable you
Never treats sweet an' gentle
The way he should
I got it bad, and that ain't good
(I got it good, and it ain't bad!)
My poor heart is sentimental
Not made of wood
(What do you think mine's made outta? Lasagna?)
I got it bad, and that ain't good
Ooo, and when the weekend's over
Baby, and Monday rolls around
My man and I, we gin some
And pray some and sin some
Lord up above me, please make him love me
Ooo, the way he should (I ain't gonna change!)
I got it bad, and that ain't good
The lyrics to Louis Prima and Keely Smith's song "Embraceable You" describe the intense and overwhelming feeling of being in love with someone. The first stanza sets the tone for the entire song, as the singer describes how simply looking at their loved one makes their heart feel "tipsy." The line "you and you alone bring out the gypsy in me" is particularly powerful, as it suggests that only this person can inspire such a wild and passionate side of the singer's personality.
The second stanza takes a slightly more melancholic turn, as the singer laments that their loved one doesn't treat them as sweetly or gently as they should. Despite this, the singer knows that they still love their partner and hopes that they will eventually love them the way they deserve to be loved. The final lines of the song are particularly poignant, as the singer acknowledges that their love may not be perfect or easy, but they still wouldn't want it any other way.
Overall, "Embraceable You" is a love song that strikes a balance between passion and vulnerability. It captures the feeling of being head-over-heels in love with someone, even when things aren't always perfect between the two people.
Line by Line Meaning
Embrace me, my sweet embraceable you
Hold me close, my darling, as only you can
Embrace me, you irreplaceable you
Hold me tight, there's no one else like you
Baby, just one look at you
Just by seeing you, my heart races
My heart goes tipsy in me
My heart gets dizzy with excitement
You and you alone bring out the gypsy in me
You awaken a sense of adventure in me, unlike anyone else
Oh, I love all
I love everything
Oh, those many
Many things
Oh, charms about you, oh
Charming qualities you possess
Above all I want my arms about you
Most importantly, I desire to hold you in my arms
Ooo, don't be a naughty baby
Please, don't misbehave
Oh, why don't you come and get your baby, do
Why don't you come and get me?
Call for an appointment
Arrange a meeting with me
My sweet embraceable you
You are so sweet, and I adore hugging you
Never treats sweet an' gentle
He doesn't always treat me kindly
The way he should
As he ought to behave
I got it bad, and that ain't good
My love for him is hurting me, which is not good
(I got it good, and it ain't bad!)
I am in love, and it's not a bad thing
My poor heart is sentimental
My heart is easily moved by emotions
Not made of wood
I have feelings and emotions
(What do you think mine's made outta? Lasagna?)
Jokingly implying that her heart is made of lasagna (pasta dish)
I got it bad, and that ain't good
Repeating the sentiment that her love for him is causing her pain
Ooo, and when the weekend's over
And when the weekend ends
Baby, and Monday rolls around
And Monday comes
My man and I, we gin some
My man and I, we drink some gin
And pray some and sin some
We talk about religious matters and misbehave somewhat
Lord up above me, please make him love me
Asking God to make her lover love her as much as she loves him
Ooo, the way he should (I ain't gonna change!)
Insisting that she won't change, but he ought to love her properly
I got it bad, and that ain't good
Re-emphasizing that her love for him is hurting her
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Unison Rights S.L., Songtrust Ave, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: George Gershwin, Ira Gershwin
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@slicksnewonenow
@@glenntremblay5406 I'm pretty sure that actual choreography would have wrecked the Prima show... He and Keeley were known for their goofy, off the cuff antics.
To me, the craziest part of it was how GREAT the whole band was... And every song almost sounded different, each time it was played (when seeing the live footage and they play a certain song in a different tempo, faster or slower than the record) those guys were RIGHT ON IT.
My grandparents loved that band and would go see them whenever they'd play shows close enough to their hometown... And I was blessed by getting to meet Miss Keeley and Mr. Butera once in Las Vegas.
This was in the Nineties and both of them still had "it".
That was one of the highlights of my life!
Wow... What a show!
@jeffreybarkin3177
@@bishlap
This is COLOURIZED as Colour Film Recording was not yet available yet when this was likely recorded...
But, Keely SMITH and LOIUS PRIMA's Live shows in places like The Neville in the scenic Catskill's resort country clubs were Legendary!
Believe THIS recording is from 1958, when Las Vegas was being first developed...
Today, this would be TOTALLY VEGAS!
@stephencurtis1504
This is my old dads favourite song , he always used to sing it , he’s 91 years old and suffers from dementia and now lives in a care home, but still sings it to all the female residents in the home , bless him forever. STEVE C.
@poppyfield1619
Bless him!😘
@glenntremblay5406
My dad played it for me years ago and I instantly loved it... Great song.
It's too bad they weren't choreographing dance moves back then as that would have put it over the top absolutely.
@aug9676
All the choicest blessings for your pops' i bet he knows how to have fun🤣
@slicksnewonenow
@@glenntremblay5406 I'm pretty sure that actual choreography would have wrecked the Prima show... He and Keeley were known for their goofy, off the cuff antics.
To me, the craziest part of it was how GREAT the whole band was... And every song almost sounded different, each time it was played (when seeing the live footage and they play a certain song in a different tempo, faster or slower than the record) those guys were RIGHT ON IT.
My grandparents loved that band and would go see them whenever they'd play shows close enough to their hometown... And I was blessed by getting to meet Miss Keeley and Mr. Butera once in Las Vegas.
This was in the Nineties and both of them still had "it".
That was one of the highlights of my life!
Wow... What a show!
@logann7942
Much love to you and your dad. Music does something different to people. I’ve known dementia patients who don’t remember their own families, but if you find a song they liked, they remember every word. ❤
@artbeau
Got a chance to see Keely in 2010 in CA. She was absolutely genuine. She pitched the first number, "It's Magic". She stopped mid-note to say, "Stop! Stop! What the hell... " Someone right in front of us hollered.... "WE LOVE YOU KEELY"... She said "I love you too and you deserve better." She started over and absolutely killed it!!! The rest of the show was absolutely amazing! I was so happy I was able to see this legend in my lifetime!
@scottsmith2508
Keely Smith is the best. The absolute very best. She's exceptionally cute and exceptionally talented.
@barneypooch
I'm so jealous I could kill!
@catchawave1963
Saw her around the same time. Her tribute album to Sinatra from this period is terrific.