My Boy Lollipop
Marty Gold & His Orchestra Lyrics
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To most everyone but Flo, his Flo
She's convinced that Charley
Is a very extraordinary beau, some beau
And everything in the dim light
She has a way of putting him right.
Charley by boy, oh Charley my boy
You've got the kind of, sort of, wonderful ways
That makes me, takes me, tell me what shall I say?
When we dance I read in your glance
Whole pages and ages of love and romance
They tell me that Romeo was some lover too
But boy he should have taken lessons from you
You seem to start where others get through
Oh Charley, my boy.
Charley, my boy, oh Charley, my boy
You thrill me, you kill me with shiver of joy
You've got the kind of, sort of, wonderful ways
That makes me , takes me, tell me what shall I say?
When we dance I read in your glance
Whole pages and ages of love and romance
They tell me that Romeo was some lover too
But boy he should have taken lessons from you
You seem to start where others get through,
Oh Charley, my boy.
And when we dance, I read in your glance
Just oodles and noodles of love and romance
I have a millionaire proposing to me
I think I'll marry him, though he's eighty-three
Think what wealthy widow I'll be
Oh Charley, my boy.
The lyrics of "My Boy Lollipop" by Marty Gold & His Orchestra tell the story of Charley and Flo's relationship. Flo sees Charley as an ordinary man to everyone else, but to her, he is extraordinary. She is convinced of his special qualities and how he always seems to do things just right in her eyes. The dim light metaphorically symbolizes the way she sees Charley, highlighting his positive attributes and making him stand out to her.
Flo expresses her admiration and affection for Charley in the chorus, calling him her boy and expressing how he thrills and delights her. She is captivated by his wonderful ways and is at a loss for words to describe the feelings he evokes in her. Their dance together is described as a moment filled with love and romance, with Charley's gaze speaking volumes and leading to an intense emotional connection between them.
The lyrics compare Charley to Romeo, emphasizing how his love and passion surpass even the famous fictional lover. Flo marvels at Charley's ability to go beyond what others have accomplished in matters of the heart, implying that he is truly exceptional and unique in his expressions of love. The imagery of starting where others finish suggests Charley's ability to take their relationship to new heights and depths of emotion.
Despite Flo's devotion to Charley, she mentions a millionaire proposing to her and her contemplation of marrying him for his wealth, even though he is elderly. This unexpected twist adds complexity to the narrative, hinting at Flo's inner conflict between love and practical considerations. The lyrics ultimately celebrate Charley as a singular and remarkable presence in Flo's life, portraying their connection as deep and meaningful amidst external temptations and challenges.
Line by Line Meaning
Charley is an ordinary fellow
Charley may seem like a regular guy
To most everyone but Flo, his Flo
Except in the eyes of Flo, his beloved Flo
She's convinced that Charley
She truly believes that Charley
Is a very extraordinary beau, some beau
Is an incredibly special and wonderful boyfriend
And everything in the dim light
Even in low light conditions
She has a way of putting him right.
She knows how to make everything perfect for him.
Charley by boy, oh Charley my boy
Charley my dear, oh Charley my love
You thrill me, you kill me with shiver of joy
You excite me, you overwhelm me with happiness
You've got the kind of, sort of, wonderful ways
You possess a truly special and charming demeanor
That makes me, takes me, tell me what shall I say?
That leaves me speechless, in the best way possible
When we dance I read in your glance
When we dance, I see in your eyes
Whole pages and ages of love and romance
Complete stories and histories of love and romance
They tell me that Romeo was some lover too
Even Romeo was known for his love
But boy he should have taken lessons from you
But he could have learned a thing or two from you
You seem to start where others get through
You excel where others fall short
Oh Charley, my boy.
Oh Charley, my darling.
And when we dance, I read in your glance
And when we dance, I see in your eyes
Just oodles and noodles of love and romance
So much love and romance, overflowing
I have a millionaire proposing to me
I have a wealthy man asking for my hand in marriage
I think I'll marry him, though he's eighty-three
I might accept, despite his age
Think what wealthy widow I'll be
Imagine the riches I'll inherit when he passes away
Oh Charley, my boy.
Oh Charley, my darling.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: GUS KAHN, TED FIORITO
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