The Man I Love
Page Cavanaugh Trio Lyrics
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Gee, but it's tough to be broke, kid
It's not a joke, kid, it's a curse
My luck is changing, it's gotten from
simply rotten to something worse
Who knows, some day I will win too
I'll begin to reach my prime
Now though I see what our end is
All I can spend is just my time
I can't give you anything but love, baby
That's the only thing I've plenty of, baby
Dream awhile, scheme awhile
We're sure to find
Happiness and I guess
All those things you've always pined for
Gee I'd like to see you looking swell, baby
Diamond bracelets Woolworth doesn't sell, baby
Till that lucky day you know darned well, baby.
I can't give you anything but love.
Rome wasn't built in a day, kid.
You have to pay, kid, for what you get.
But I am willing to wait, dear,
Your little mate, dear, will not forget.
You have a lifetime before you.
I'll adore you, come what may.
Please don't be blue for the present,
When it's so pleasant to hear you say
I can't give you anything but love, baby.
That's the only thing I've plenty of,baby.
Dream awhile, scheme awhile
We're sure to find
Happiness and I guess
All those things you've always pined for.
Gee I'd like to see you looking swell, baby.
Diamond bracelets Woolworth doesn't sell, baby.
Till that lucky day you know darned well, baby.
I can't give you anything but love.
The lyrics of Page Cavanaugh Trio's song The Man I Love are a reflection of the struggles of a person who is unable to provide materialistic things to their loved one. The singer expresses the difficulties of being broke and how it is not a joke or a passing phase, but a curse. The singer, however, maintains hope and believes that his luck will change, and he will begin to reach his prime. The only thing he can give is his love, which he has plenty of. The singer encourages his loved one to dream and scheme, for they are sure to find happiness and all the things they've always longed for.
In the second verse, the singer acknowledges that Rome wasn't built in a day and that one must pay for what they get. However, he is willing to wait for his loved one and will not forget her. The singer reminds his loved one that they have a lifetime before them, and he will adore her come what may. The present may be bleak, but the sound of his loved one saying that she loves him is more than enough for him.
The lyrics of the song emphasize that love is the only thing that one can truly give, highlighting the importance of love in relationships. Despite the struggles and challenges, the singer remains hopeful and encourages his loved one to do the same, showing the power of positivity and hope in challenging times.
Line by Line Meaning
I can't give you anything but love, baby
I don't have much to offer you except for my love
Gee, but it's tough to be broke, kid
Being poor is really difficult, young one
It's not a joke, kid, it's a curse
This is not a funny situation, it's a terrible fate
My luck is changing, it's gotten from simply rotten to something worse
Things are not going well, they're actually getting worse
Who knows, some day I will win too
Maybe someday I will also have good fortune
I'll begin to reach my prime
My life will improve and I will enter a period of success and happiness
Now though I see what our end is
Right now I understand what our future will hold
All I can spend is just my time
I can't provide anything material, only my time and affection
Dream awhile, scheme awhile
Let's dream and plan for the possibilities ahead
We're sure to find happiness and I guess all those things you've always pined for
Together we will surely find happiness and all the things you've wanted
Diamond bracelets Woolworth doesn't sell, baby
I want to give you expensive gifts that can't be found at Woolworth
Till that lucky day you know darned well, baby.
Until the day of our good fortune arrives, you know we will have to wait
Rome wasn't built in a day, kid
Great things take time to achieve, young one
You have to pay, kid, for what you get
You have to work hard and make sacrifices to receive what you want
But I am willing to wait, dear
I'm patient and dedicated to us, my love
Your little mate, dear, will not forget
I'll always remember our love, my darling
You have a lifetime before you
We have our whole lives ahead of us
I'll adore you, come what may
I'll love and cherish you no matter what happens
Please don't be blue for the present
Please don't be sad about our current situation
When it's so pleasant to hear you say
It's so wonderful to hear you speak to me
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Dorothy Fields, Jimmy McHugh
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Dee530 Luvz2BeLoved
Another adorable song, always makes me smile... thank you Toni, for bringing so much Joy and smiles ... with your Doris Day, her special voice and her Golden Girl Nature, they dont write songs like this one anymore, that's a shame... Best to you, Marcie xxx
Michael Chapman
'As in "It's Magic"......
Thomas Knief
Doris Day makes you feel there´s a better world just around the corner, if only I knew how to get there. Thanks Dyniak and all you guys who put so much joy into the tube. you saved the Day!
dorisdayno1
Pretty picures and a cute song, it's amazing how doris light up the screen in her very first role with her smile and charm, thanks Toni!
Muirmaiden
This song is cute, and I agree that it's intended to be ironic. As far as I'm concerned, Doris can do no wrong, and I love the trio's backing vocals! Another winner, Toni!
Dayniac4324
@Muirmaiden I love all the songs she did with the trio. They really sound so great together. We get to hear her jazzy side...and she definitely had one. I just found a cd with several of their songs -- forgot I had it ! A nice discovery. Hope you have a wonderful week ... thanks Colleen !!
Dayniac4324
I love all the Day and Cavanaugh music. I don't know why that song isn't here any longer. Happy you enjoyed....I wish there was music like this these days too !!!
Michael Chapman
I requested more than a few Lush ballads from Al Viola when Al was working with Page at Monteleone's West & Al played them 'Beautifully...
Gary Slusher
This song is the same idea as He's So Unusual -- recorded by Helen Kane in the '20s. I love the vocal interplay between Doris and the guys!
Cäcilia Holtschlag
Ein wunderbarer Mensch 😘.. ! Tolle Schauspielerin und eine wunderschöne Stimme 💋.. ! Hat eine Stiftung für Herrenlose Tiere gegründet. Ein Mensch mit ganz viel HERZ ❤❤.. !! Ruhe in Frieden Doris Day 😘
I miss you ⚘⚘⚘