Medley
Ray Brown / John Clayton Lyrics
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And you linger like a haunting refrain
And I find you spinning round in my brain
Like the bubbles in a glass of champagne
You go to my head
Like a sip of sparkling burgundy brew
And I find the very mention of you
The thrill of the thought
That you might give a thought to my plea, cast a spell over me
Still I say to myself get a hold of yourself
Can't you see that it never can be?
You go to my head
With a smile that makes my temperature rise
Like a summer with a thousand July's
You intoxicate my soul with your eyes
Though I'm certain that this heart of mine
Hasn't a ghost of a chance in this crazy romance
You go to my head
You go to my head
The song "Medley" is a jazz standard originally recorded by Ray Brown and John Clayton in their album "Bass Face" of 1993. It is a love song filled with metaphors and similes that describe the uncontrollable effect the person in the song has on the singer's mind and soul. The title "Medley" refers to the fact that it is a combination of two songs, "You Go To My Head" and "All Of Me," another standard that has been interpreted by countless artists.
The first verse of "You Go To My Head" describes the all-consuming thoughts the person evokes in the singer's mind. The metaphor of the haunting refrain reinforces the idea that the person's presence is inescapable and that they have a permanent residence in the singer's thoughts. The image of the bubbles in a glass of champagne adds a touch of elegance and lightness to the imagery that juxtaposes well with the intense emotions that the song conveys.
The second verse starts with the simile of the person's effect being like a sip of sparkling burgundy brew, a rich and complex beverage that is both intoxicating and memorable. The mention of the julep, a bourbon-based cocktail that is known for being both flavorful and refreshing, further emphasizes the idea that the person is a mix of different sensations that the singer cannot resist. The third verse offers a moment of introspection as the singer acknowledges the unlikelihood of a successful romance with the person and yet cannot help being drawn to them. The description of the person's smile and gaze takes center stage, and the idea of being intoxicated by their eyes suggests a deep and transformative experience.
Line by Line Meaning
You go to my head
You occupy my thoughts and emotions completely and profoundly
And you linger like a haunting refrain
Your presence remains with me like a melody that I can't forget
And I find you spinning round in my brain
My mind cannot escape the thoughts of you
Like the bubbles in a glass of champagne
Your image and memories of you effervesce within me like bubbles in a drink
Like a sip of sparkling burgundy brew
Thinking of you gives me the same pleasure as drinking a delicious and sparkling wine
And I find the very mention of you
Even hearing your name evokes a powerful emotional reaction within me
Like the kicker in a julep or two
You have the same effect on me as the alcohol in a drink like a julep
The thrill of the thought
The excitement I feel when I imagine
That you might give a thought to my plea, cast a spell over me
The idea that you might consider my request or desire is captivating to me
Still I say to myself get a hold of yourself
Even though I am overwhelmed by thoughts of you, I remind myself to stay rational and composed
Can't you see that it never can be?
I come to the realization that the relationship I desire with you is impossible
With a smile that makes my temperature rise
Your smile has a powerful effect on me, causing my emotions to intensify
Like a summer with a thousand July's
My feelings for you are so intense and passionate that they are comparable to experiencing an impossibly long and hot summer
You intoxicate my soul with your eyes
Your gaze has captured and enchanted my very being
Though I'm certain that this heart of mine
Even though I know deep down that my feelings for you are unlikely to be reciprocated
Hasn't a ghost of a chance in this crazy romance
There is virtually no possibility of our relationship working out
You go to my head
You occupy my thoughts and emotions completely and profoundly
You go to my head
You occupy my thoughts and emotions completely and profoundly
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