You and I Passing By
Peggy Lee Lyrics


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I'll get by
As long as I have you
Though there be rain
And darkness too
I'll not complain
I'll see it through

Poverty
May come to me, it's true
But what care I
Say, I'll get by
As long as I have you.

But what care I





Say, I'll get by
As long as I have you.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Peggy Lee's "You and I Passing By" express a deep commitment to love in spite of the hardships and challenges that life may bring. The singer speaks directly to their partner, stating that as long as they have each other they can face anything. This is evident in the opening lines, where the singer declares that they will "get by" through both rain and darkness. They refuse to complain and reassure their partner that they will persevere through the stormy times.


The lyrics also reference poverty, suggesting that the singer and their partner may be facing financial struggles. Despite this, they remain steadfast, stating that they do not care about material possessions as long as they have each other. This further reinforces the idea that love is the most important thing in their lives.


Overall, the song's lyrics are optimistic and hopeful, emphasizing the power of love to overcome adversity. The singer's unwavering commitment to their partner serves as a reminder that love can truly conquer all.


Line by Line Meaning

I'll get by
I'll manage to keep going


As long as I have you
As long as I have your love and support


Though there be rain
Even in difficult times


And darkness too
When things seem bleak


I'll not complain
I won't fuss or object


I'll see it through
I'll persevere and get past it


Poverty may come to me, it's true
I may become poor and destitute


But what care I
But why should I worry


Say, I'll get by
I'll manage to keep going


As long as I have you
As long as I have your love and support


But what care I
But why should I worry


Say, I'll get by
I'll manage to keep going


As long as I have you
As long as I have your love and support




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Fred Ahlert, Roy Turk

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Snap to my command
Contemplating nature can be fascinating
I'll tell the whole darn world
If you don't happen to like it
Deal me out
Thank you kindly, pass me by
Pass me by, pass me by
If you don't happen to like it, pass me by
I got me ten fine toes
To wiggle in the sand
Lots of idle fingers
Snap to my command
A lovely pair of heels
That kick that beat the band
Contemplating nature can be fascinating
Add to these a nose that I can thumb
And a mouth by gum have I
To tell the whole darn world
If you don't happen to like it
Deal me out
Thank you kindly, pass me by
Pass me by, pass me by
If you don't happen to like it, pass me by



All comments from YouTube:

@Honeybeedeb737

I’m 66 years old and last night while I was sleeping this song dropped in my spirit for some reason and I began to sing it in my head. Upon awaking this morning I instantly searched it out on YouTube. It’s now a little pass 5:30am Sunday morning, July 31, 2022 and I just finished listening to the song, right now I feel like I’m the most happiest girl alive!!! This song brings back happier memories of good times with my mother when she was still alive. Thank you YouTube you’ve made my day! 🥰🎉👍🏽

@MrTrashcan1

I'm also 66 and I remembered it from my childhood which is why I posted it. Glad it makes you feel happy. It does that for me, too.

@mcelrathmj

"You can be the most delicious peach that ever grew, but some people just don't like peaches.". 63 years old here and I loved it back then, too!

@bradleycrouch7107

I too am 66, and have always liked this song. Our local AM station played this often.

@Truegho

This song always makes me smile! Anybody else feel the same.

@michaelspilman5220

Dear Alan. Yes me . From Michael from Yorkshire and proud of it .

@mikemestas9835

it was heard by me a brat played by a superior older brat

@richmanley1810

Thumbs up if you're here because you Shazam-ed it from the Marvelous Mrs. Masiel on amazon prime

@BabyFaceBren

Didn't need to Shazam it, but Mrs Maizel brought it all back. A great song with lyrics that typify the attitude of the Cary Grant character in his penultimate film, "Father Goose", from which it comes

@jeddolsen5938

Richard Manley Sure did, I was born Dec 1964. My mom loves it!

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