Sitting On Top Of The World
Matt Monro Lyrics
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Just trying to find my little all in all
But now she's gone, and I don't worry
Lord I'm sitting on top of the world
Was in the spring, one summer day
Just when she left me, she's gone to stay
But now she's gone, and I don't worry
An' you come runnin', holdin' up your hand
Can't get me a woman, cranky you can get a man
But now you're gone, and now I don't worry
Lord I'm sitting on top of the world
Have been days, I didn't know your name
Why should I worry or cry in vain
But now she's gone, now I don't worry
Lord I'm sitting on top of the world
Went to the station, down in the yard
Gonna get me a freight train, worked and got to home
But now she's gone, and I don't worry
Oh I'm sitting on top of the world
The lonesome days, they have gone by
Why should you beg me oh say goodbye
But now she's gone, and I don't worry
Oh cause I'm sitting on top of the world
The lyrics of Matt Monro's song Sitting On Top Of The World speak of a man who was searching for his "little all in all" all summer and fall long. The song's protagonist finally finds the woman he's been searching for, but their relationship comes to an end, and she leaves him. However, the man finds himself in a situation where he's no longer worried about his lost love because he's found solace in the realization that he's "sitting on top of the world."
The whole song speaks to the idea that the man had been searching and looking for love, but now that it's gone, he has a newfound sense of freedom and liberation. He's not tied down to anyone, and therefore, he's "sitting on top of the world." The song has a melancholy feel to it, it speaks of a man who's content with his newfound freedom. The line "Why should I worry or cry in vain" perfectly captures the essence of the song.
Overall, the lyrics of the song are open to interpretation, but they seem to speak to the idea of finding freedom in letting go of a lost love. The song is melancholic yet optimistic.
Line by Line Meaning
Was all the summer, and all the fall, Just trying to find my little all in all But now she's gone, and I don't worry Lord I'm sitting on top of the world
I spent all summer and fall searching for my everything, but now that she's gone, I've stopped worrying and am content with where I am in life.
Was in the spring, one summer day Just when she left me, she's gone to stay But now she's gone, and I don't worry Oh I'm sitting on top of the world
During a spring and summer when I lost my love, I was worried about being alone, but now that she's gone, I have found inner peace and am sitting on top of the world.
An' you come runnin', holdin' up your hand Can't get me a woman, cranky you can get a man But now you're gone, and now I don't worry Lord I'm sitting on top of the world
When you approached me seeking my attention, I realized that you couldn't offer me what I truly wanted, so now that you're gone, I am content with where I am in life and am sitting on top of the world.
Have been days, I didn't know your name Why should I worry or cry in vain But now she's gone, now I don't worry Lord I'm sitting on top of the world
There were days when I didn't even know your name, and during those times, I didn't see the point in worrying or crying in vain. Now that she's gone, I've found happiness and am content with where I am in life, sitting on top of the world.
Went to the station, down in the yard Gonna get me a freight train, worked and got to home But now she's gone, and I don't worry Oh I'm sitting on top of the world
I once planned to leave by catching a freight train from the station, but now that she's gone, I've stopped worrying and am content with where I am in life, sitting on top of the world.
The lonesome days, they have gone by Why should you beg me oh say goodbye But now she's gone, and I don't worry Oh cause I'm sitting on top of the world
The days of feeling lonesome and sad are behind me, so there's no reason for you to beg me to say goodbye now that she's gone. Instead, I am content with where I am in life and am sitting on top of the world.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JOLYON WARD SKINNER, JOE THOMAS, MICHELE WILLIAMS
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I’m 70 and Matt was my Dad’s favourite and I enjoyed listening to him sing too. My Dad died in 1974 aged 57. When I listen to Matt today I can see my Dad sitting in his chair as he lessened to Matt. They both fill my memories and heart with love.
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I can listen to Matt Monro 's songs endlessly. Such a great talent & skill. He can transport me to my yesteryears with a sweet smile. Honour & Respect. 💙
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I remember my father during his time whem im was young love you dad..
@terra5071
My very favorite singer since I was a little girl. I was introduced to his voice by my father who had several albums and I was hooked for life!! His life ended way to soon and I know that he would have done much, much more. Thank you Matt Monro for your beautiful voice and I will treasure it forever!
@jonathancarter6831
Dear Tara, beautifully put. I cannot go a day without a good hour at least of his music. Love to you!.💘
@lindawatts5102
Yes i too grew up listening to Matt as a child My dad took me to see the Film Born Free the song has stuck with me since and can reduce me to tears
@youlamatou
Tara Lyman I didn't know he died that young.