I've Got My Love To Keep Me Warm
Red Norvo Mildred Bailey Lyrics
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The wind is blowing
But I can weather the storm
Why do I care how much it may storm
I've got my love to keep me warm
I can't remember
A worse December
Why do I care if icicles form
I've got my love to keep me warm
Off with my overcoat
Off with gloves
I need no overcoat
I'm burning with love
My heart's on fire
The flame grows higher
So I will weather the storm
Why do I care how much it may storm
I've got my love to keep me warm
The song "I Got My Love To Keep Me Warm" is a cheerful and optimistic one, as the lyrics focus on the idea that love can keep one warm and happy even in the midst of cold weather and difficult times. The first two lines set the scene for the song, as they describe the snow and wind blowing outside. However, the singer is not concerned about the storm, as they have their love to keep them warm. The repeated question of "Why do I care how much it may storm?" emphasizes this point.
The singer then goes on to describe a particularly bad December, with icicles forming. But again, they are not worried, as they have their love to keep them warm. The lyrics "Off with my overcoat/Off with gloves/I need no overcoat/I'm burning with love" show that the warmth of their love is far more important than any physical warmth.
Finally, the chorus repeats that the singer's heart is on fire, and they will weather any storm because they have their love to keep them warm. Overall, the song is a celebration of the power of love to bring warmth and happiness even in difficult times.
Line by Line Meaning
The snow is snowing
It's snowing outside
The wind is blowing
The wind is blowing
But I can weather the storm
I can handle the bad weather
Why do I care how much it may storm
I don't care how bad the storm gets
I've got my love to keep me warm
I have someone I love to keep me feeling warm and happy
I can't remember
I can't recall
A worse December
A December that was so bad
Just watch those icicles form
Just see how icicles are forming
Why do I care if icicles form
I don't care if icicles are forming
Off with my overcoat
Take off my overcoat
Off with gloves
Take off gloves
I need no overcoat
I don't need an overcoat
I'm burning with love
I have a strong feeling of love
My heart's on fire
My heart is burning with passion
The flame grows higher
My passion is growing stronger
So I will weather the storm
I can handle the bad weather
Why do I care how much it may storm
I don't care how bad the storm gets
I've got my love to keep me warm
I have someone I love to keep me feeling warm and happy
Lyrics © IMAGEM U.S. LLC
Written by: FRANCOIS JOSEPH CHARLES SALABERT, IRVING BERLIN
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@Trombonology
I recall reading a comment from Mildred, in which she explained that she had an immediate idea of how she would interpret her material. Whether instinct or a tremendous capacity for empathy with the songwriters, the effect is always powerful. This irresistible treatment of my favorite Berlin tune is Ms. Bailey at her most joyous -- you can just see her smile as she flings off her overcoat. The band, whose sound was sculpted by the modern-thinking Norvo and arranger Eddie Sauter when he was at his best, displays its characteristic lightness, unburdened by non-essential brass or reeds. After Mildred's chorus, the modulation from Bb to G is cleverly executed and then Red comes in like one of Santa's merry elves for his sixteen bars. The bridge, halved by first trombone and reeds and then Herbie Haymer's swinging tenor, is snazzy, and then the trumpets emerge from a punctuating role to take center stage, with Stew Pletcher stepping out front for the last eight bars. Red again scampers in for the coda. One of my all-time favorite records!
@faststratjo2006
Thank you for your clear, concise and informative comment. I don't know why exactly but this song just popped into my head tonight, I hummed it then chose this Red Norvo - Mildred Bailey version. Is this considered the definitive version?
@Trombonology
@Too Rolling Stoned Thank YOU for the very nice comment! ... I don't know that there is a definitive version per se, though this one is certainly well known among fans of standards. Billie Holiday's record, too, is famous and Les Brown had a million-selling instrumental take.
@honestabe1991
I've been searching for this song forever! Thank you!
@the78prof72
You're most welcome!
@scotnick59
My favorite Bailey recording = and that says a LOT
@XdebariaX
I Love this song ❤️
@martinholopes2148
Magnifique.
@LilianBrazil
🎼❤🙏✨
@khussein6409
Awesome...I care!!!