Pierino Ronald "Perry" Como (May 18, 1912 – May 12, 2001) was an Italian Am… Read Full Bio ↴Pierino Ronald "Perry" Como (May 18, 1912 – May 12, 2001) was an Italian American crooner during the 20th century. Throughout a career spanning more than half a century he recorded exclusively with the RCA Victor label after signing with them in 1943. He sold millions of records for RCA but he also pioneered a weekly musical variety television show which set the standard and proved one of the most successful in television history. His combined success on television and popular recordings has never been equalled by any other artist of the time. He was always noted for his relaxed attitude, an attitude which was reflected in his singing style. His was a beautiful voice, possessed by this former barber.

Como was also very popular in the UK. His chart successes ranged from 1953 to 1974 and included two number one's, his first hit 'Don't Let The Stars Get In Your Eyes' in 1953 and 'Magic Moments' which stayed at the top for 8 weeks in 1958. His other big UK hits were 'Delaware' ( No 3 in 1960), ' It's Impossible' (No 4 in 1971) , 'And I Love You So' (No 3 in 1973), and 'For The Good Times' (No 7 in 1973).

As well as TV and recording success, Perry Como also made a number of films, including ' Something For The Boys' and 'Doll Face' which were released during WW2.

He died in his sleep on 12 May 2001.

You Do Something To Me
Perry Como Lyrics

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You do somethin' to me,
Somethin' that simply mystifies me,
Tell me, why should it be?
You have the power to hypnotize me,

Let me live 'neath your spell,
Do do that 'voodoo' that you do so well!
For you do somethin' to me,

That nobody else could do!

You, do, somethin' to me,
Somethin' that simply mystifies me,
Tell, me, why should it be?
You have the power to hypnotize me,

Let me live 'neath your spell,
Do do that 'voodoo' that you do so well!
For you do somethin' to me,
That nobody else could do!

That nobody else could do

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Perry Como's song "You Do Something to Me" are about the overwhelming feeling of being in love. The singer is mesmerized by their love interest and cannot explain why they have such a strong effect on them. The lyrics describe this feeling as something mysterious and powerful, as if the love interest can cast a spell or "voodoo" on the singer. Despite not understanding why or how, the singer is willing to succumb to their love interest's charms and remain under their spell. Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of helplessness and surrender to the intense emotions that come with being in love.

Line by Line Meaning

You do somethin' to me,
The way you make me feel is unexplainable,

Somethin' that simply mystifies me,
Your effect on me is magical and puzzling,

Tell me, why should it be?
I wonder why you have such influence over me,

You have the power to hypnotize me,
You possess the ability to mesmerize me,

Let me live 'neath your spell,
I want to be under your influence and control,

Do do that 'voodoo' that you do so well!
Perform that mysterious and captivating magic that affects me,

For you do somethin' to me,
Because of you, I experience something different and special,

That nobody else could do!
Your influence over me is unique and unmatched.

Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: COLE PORTER

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