Sweet Georgia Brown
Oscar Peterson Trio;Austin Roberts;Clarence Jones Lyrics


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No gal made has got a shade on sweet Georgia brown
Two left feet but oh-so neat has sweet Georgia brown
They all sigh and want to die for sweet Georgia brown
I'll tell you why; you know I don't lie much

It's been said she knocks 'em dead when she lands in town
Since she came, why it's a shame how she coos 'em down
Fellers she can't get are fellers she ain't met
Georgia claimed her, Georgia named her




Sweet Georgia brown

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Sweet Georgia Brown celebrates the beauty and charm of the titular character. It asserts that no other woman can match up to Sweet Georgia Brown's allure. Her grace is so impeccable that even those with two left feet envy her. Men are smitten by her and are ready to go to great lengths to win her heart. The song credits Georgia Brown for being a natural charmer who can captivate anyone with her demeanor. The lyrics further suggest that Georgia Brown is nicknamed after the state she hails from, which is an indication of her deep attachment to her roots.


Overall, the song paints a picture of a woman who is desirable, elegant, and confident. Her presence in any place quickly grabs the attention of everyone present, and her vivacious personality makes her the center of attention. The song is a fitting tribute to the character of Sweet Georgia Brown and celebrates her status as an iconic figure.


Line by Line Meaning

No gal made has got a shade on sweet Georgia brown
There is no woman who can compare to the beauty of Sweet Georgia Brown.


Two left feet but oh-so neat has sweet Georgia brown
Despite her imperfect dance skills, Sweet Georgia Brown is still graceful and charming.


They all sigh and want to die for sweet Georgia brown
Everyone who meets Sweet Georgia Brown is so deeply enamored by her that they would do anything for her.


I'll tell you why; you know I don't lie much
I am about to explain Sweet Georgia Brown's allure, and I want you to believe me because I rarely tell lies.


It's been said she knocks 'em dead when she lands in town
People have heard that Sweet Georgia Brown is so captivating that she immediately becomes the talk of the town when she arrives.


Since she came, why it's a shame how she coos 'em down
Since Sweet Georgia Brown arrived, it's a pity how easily she has been able to calm and charm everyone around her.


Fellers she can't get are fellers she ain't met
The only men who are immune to Sweet Georgia Brown's charms are the ones who have not yet had the pleasure of meeting her.


Georgia claimed her, Georgia named her
Sweet Georgia Brown is so quintessentially Georgian that it's as if the state itself created and christened her.


Sweet Georgia brown
This phrase serves as a refrain that reinforces Sweet Georgia Brown's irresistible appeal.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BEN BERNIE, KEN CASEY, MACEO PINKARD

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