My Heart Belongs to Daddy
Marilyn Monroe Lyrics
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I may make a play for the caddy
But when I do, I don't follow through
Cause my heart belongs to Daddy
If I invite a boy some night
To dine on my fine food and haddie
I just adore, his asking for more
Yes, my heart belongs to Daddy
So I simply couldn't be bad
Yes, my heart belongs to Daddy
So I want to warn you laddie
Though I know that you're perfectly swell
That my heart belongs to Daddy
Cause my Daddy, he treats it so well
While tearing off a game of golf
I may make a play for the caddy
But when I do, I don't follow through
Cause my heart belongs to Daddy
If I invite a boy some night
To cook up some hot enchilada
Though Spanish rice is all very nice
My heart belongs to Daddy
Yes, my heart belongs to Daddy
So I simply couldn't be bad
Yes, my heart belongs to Daddy
So I want to warn you laddie
Though I know that you're perfectly swell
That my heart belongs to Daddy
Cause my Daddy, he treats it so well
The song "My Heart Belongs to Daddy" by Marilyn Monroe is a playful, flirtatious tune with a cheeky twist on the age-old theme of paternal love. The lyrics talk about the singer's infatuation with her father, who is depicted not only as a protector and provider but also as a romantic interest who holds the key to her heart. The song opens with the image of the singer playing golf and flirting with the caddy, but then pulls back, saying "my heart belongs to Daddy" as she refocuses her attention on her father. Similarly, when she invites boys over for dinner, she may enjoy their company, but her heart is never truly moved, because it belongs to her father.
The song is both humorous and seductive, with a playful ambiguity that lets listeners take it as seriously or as lightly as they want. On one level, it can be interpreted as a statement of subservience or even incestuous desire, which is why it was banned from certain radio stations when it was first released. On another level, it can be read as a sly commentary on cultural norms that surround romance and sexuality, suggesting that these are often dictated by familial ties and societal expectations. Overall, the song showcases Marilyn Monroe's unique talent for blending sensuality and vulnerability, giving audiences a glimpse into the complex emotions and desires that lie beneath the surface of her glamorous public persona.
Line by Line Meaning
While tearing off a game of golf
While taking part in leisure activities like playing golf
I may make a play for the caddy
I may flirt with or make an advance towards the caddy
But when I do, I don't follow through
But I don't take any further steps towards a relationship
Cause my heart belongs to Daddy
Because I am loyal and devoted to my father
If I invite a boy some night
If I invite a man over on a date
To dine on my fine food and haddie
To eat my delicious food, including haddock
I just adore, his asking for more
I am flattered when he asks for seconds
But my heart belongs to Daddy
But my affection and loyalty remain with my father
Yes, my heart belongs to Daddy
Indeed, my heart belongs to my father
So I simply couldn't be bad
So I couldn't possibly do anything wrong
So I want to warn you laddie
So I need to tell you, young man
Though I know that you're perfectly swell
Although I know you are wonderful and charming
That my heart belongs to Daddy
That my loyalty and devotion is reserved for my father
Cause my Daddy, he treats it so well
Because my father knows how to take care of my heart
If I invite a boy some night
If I ask a man out on a date
To cook up some hot enchilada
To make and eat a spicy Mexican dish
Though Spanish rice is all very nice
Although I enjoy eating Spanish rice
My heart belongs to Daddy
My heart remains devoted to my father
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Cole Porter
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My Heart Belongs To Daddy
Mary Martin
Lyrics
I used to fall in love with all
Those boys who maul refined ladies
But now I tell each young gazelle
To go to hell, I mean, hades
For since I've come to care
For such a sweet millionaire
While tearing off a game of golf
I may make a play for the caddy
But when I do, I don't follow through
'Cause my heart belongs to daddy
If I invite a boy some night
To dine on my fine finnan haddie
I just adore his asking for more
But my heart belongs to daddy
Yes, my heart belongs to daddy
So I simply couldn't be bad
Yes, my heart belongs to daddy
Da da da, da da da, da da da
So I want to warn you, laddie
Though I think you're perfectly swell
That my heart belongs to Daddy
'Cause my Daddy he treats it so well
Yes my…
@philliphamilton3032
She invented the Daddy kink
@peanutmac1702
Phillip Hamilton even in girls of the chorus ! That daddy song ! She WAS first hahah
@hiamyflp
ohhh fuck yeah thats my kind of shit
@UziDoesIt8818
My husband likes being called it
@songbirdy
@Karina Ferreras the one from the 60's is better I think. The girl who played Lolita was better. It was vulgar in the 60s tho.
@songbirdy
No she didn't. My grandma called my grandpa daddy and I'm old enough to remember Marilyn when she was still alive!/
@seraiahfaithhanson1837
"My name is....lolita!" She's so adorable oml
@AnaShady
Most beautiful, wonderful and sweetest human ever
@BrenoSobral17
Humbert Humbert: 😋
@waterdog737
@sam you know that is a act right lmao 😂