Always True To You In My Fashion
Peggy Lee & George Shearing Lyrics
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Asks me out for something wet
When the vet begins to pet, I cry, "Hooray!"
But I'm always true to you, darlin', in my fashion
Yes, I'm always true to you, darlin', in my way
I've been asked to have a meal
If the meal includes a deal, accept I may
But I'm always true to you, darlin', in my fashion
Yes, I'm always true to you, darlin', in my way
There's an oil man known as Tex
Who is keen to give me checks
And his checks, I fear, means that Tex is here to stay
But I'm always true to you, darlin', in my fashion
Yes, I'm always true to you, darlin', in my way
From Ohio, Mister Thorn
Calls me up from night till morn
Mister Thorn once cornered corn and that ain't hay
But I'm always true to you, darlin', in my fashion
Yes, I'm always true to you, darlin', in my way
From Milwaukee, Mister Fritz
Often dines me at the Ritz
Mister Fritz invented Schlitz and Schlitz must pay
But I'm always true to you, darlin', in my fashion
Yes, I'm always true to you, darlin', in my way
Mister Harris Plutocrat
Wants to give my cheek a pat
If the Harris pat means a Paris hat, pay, pay
But I'm always true to you, darlin', in my fashion
Yes, I'm always true to you, darlin', in my way
The song "Always True to You in My Fashion" is a song about a woman who is being pursued by many wealthy men who want to lavish her with gifts and money. She is tempted by their offers, but ultimately remains loyal to her lover. The song is a delightful and witty composition, with each verse introducing a new character and their attempts to win the woman's affections.
The first verse introduces a custom-tailored 'vet' (likely a veteran) who asks her out for a drink. While she welcomes the attention, she still proclaims her loyalty to her lover, in 'her fashion'. The second verse features a big tycoon in steel who invites her out for a meal, and possibly a business deal. She may consider the deal, but still remains loyal to her lover. The third verse features an oil man known as Tex, who wants to give her checks. She realizes this may mean he wants a more long-term relationship, but still remains loyal to her lover.
The fourth and fifth verses feature Mister Thorn, who incessantly calls her, and Mister Fritz, who invented Schlitz beer. Both want to wine and dine her with the hopes of winning her affection. In the final verse, Mister Harris Plutocrat wants to give her a Parisian hat, but she knows that will cost her loyalty to her lover. Overall, the song is a humorous take on a woman's ability to resist the temptation of wealth and power to remain true to her lover.
Line by Line Meaning
If a custom tailored vet
Asks me out for something wet
When the vet begins to pet, I cry, "Hooray!"
If a well-dressed veterinarian invites me to grab a drink and begins getting affectionate with me, I am thrilled! However, I want to assure you that my affections will always belong to you, my dear, in my own unique way.
I've been asked to have a meal
By a big tycoon in steel
If the meal includes a deal, accept I may
I have received an invitation from a wealthy industrialist to dine with him. If the dinner meeting appears to have potential business opportunities, I will attend. Please don't worry, though - I remain true to you, my darling, in my own particular fashion.
There's an oil man known as Tex
Who is keen to give me checks
And his checks, I fear, means that Tex is here to stay
I have caught the notice of a wealthy man in the oil industry called Tex, who has sent me more than a few generous checks. I'm concerned that he might be interested in pursuing me romantically, but rest assured that my heart belongs to you, my love, and I will remain faithful to you in my signature way.
From Ohio, Mister Thorn
Calls me up from night till morn
Mister Thorn once cornered corn and that ain't hay
I've been receiving calls from a persistent admirer named Mister Thorn, who hails from Ohio. He once cornered the market on corn, which is definitely no small feat! But don't worry, dear, my heart will always belong to you, my beloved, in my unique fashion.
From Milwaukee, Mister Fritz
Often dines me at the Ritz
Mister Fritz invented Schlitz and Schlitz must pay
An inventor from Milwaukee named Mister Fritz has been taking me out to the swanky Ritz-Carlton hotel for dinner quite often. He invented a famous beer called Schlitz, and sometimes he pays for our extravagant nights out. But please, have no fear - I am true to you, my darling, in my signature style.
Mister Harris Plutocrat
Wants to give my cheek a pat
If the Harris pat means a Paris hat, pay, pay
Mister Harris Plutocrat is a rich and powerful man who would like to affectionately pat my cheek. If that cheek pat results in a gift of a Parisian designer hat, then I will accept! But again, please believe me when I say that I am forever faithful to you, my dear, in my own unique way.
Lyrics © Spirit Music Group, Songtrust Ave, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: COLE PORTER
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Ellis Wylie
Peggy Lee has a very unique take on the song and she really makes it her own.
Carla B Williams
Now I love this song, I heard the original just a few days ago after hearing Blossom Dearie's version at a Starbucks, I must say I thought that was the original version, but I know it isn't, but I must say I feel Blossom Dearie's version is the best version so far, with the touch of divaness, class, sophistication, rich glowness and greatness of humor, I love her voice too.
bamkablam
The chemistry between Peggy Lee and George Shearing is notable. I love this version of this standard. Great!
B Bop
excellent cuban_style piano lead on this . Ah ! 'tis blind english virtuoso George Shearing . And aren't them lyrics just great ?
Jimbers
The Yam is truly the King of the Crops.
Ghoulish Gwyn
Please return our coco-yams...
vidiia
i will make them pay for taking my yams away
Ghoulish Gwyn
Okay, what are the odds that two of us would think to find this video and make a Mountain Goats reference within three days?
Heather Haley
Which Peggy Lee album features this song?
Al Cataldo
Her LP with Mr. Shearing , around 1960