I Can't Get Started
Roy Eldridge and His Orchestra Lyrics
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I've settled revolutions in Spain
The North Pole I have charted, but I can't get
Started with you
Around the golf course I'm under par
And all the movies want me to star
I've got a house, a show place, but I get no
You're so supreme, lyrics I write of you
Scheme, just for a sight of you
Dream, both day and night of you
And what good does it do?
In 1929 I sold short
In England I'm presented at court
But you've got me downhearted, cause I can't get
Started with you
You're so supreme, lyrics I write of you
Scheme, just for a sight of you
Dream, both day and night of you
And what good does it do?
In Roy Eldridge's song "I Can't Get Started," the singer lists all of their accomplishments, stating that they have flown around the world, settled revolutions in Spain, and charted the North Pole, amongst other things. Despite all of these achievements, the singer says they "can't get started" with the person they long for. They go on to explain that they have a successful golf career, and are wanted by the movies, but again, they cannot seem to make any progress with this special someone. The singer laments that they write lyrics about this person, and dream of them both day and night, but it seems to do no good.
The song is a classic jazz standard, originally written by Vernon Duke, with lyrics by Ira Gershwin, and was first performed by Bob Hope in the 1936 musical Ziegfeld Follies. It has since been recorded by many different artists, including Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, and Louis Armstrong.
Line by Line Meaning
I've flown around the world in a plane
I have traveled far and wide, exploring different places through my plane rides.
I've settled revolutions in Spain
I have played a crucial role in ending political uprisings And unrests in Spain.
The North Pole I have charted, but I can't get Started with you
Despite my commendable feats, I feel helpless when it comes to winning your affection and love.
Around the golf course I'm under par
I am an excellent golfer and often shoot below the usual score required for each hole.
And all the movies want me to star
I am in high demand for starring roles in movies and films.
I've got a house, a show place, but I get no Place with you
Despite having a beautiful and luxurious home, I am yet to appeal to you in ways that would make you want to be with me.
You're so supreme, lyrics I write of you
You possess an unmatched elegance and grace, inspiring me to write about you through poetic verses, and songs.
Scheme, just for a sight of you
I constantly plan and strategize, just for a chance to see you and be around you.
Dream, both day and night of you
In my moments of rest, and even while awake, you constantly occupy my thoughts and dreams, leaving me completely lost in your beauty.
And what good does it do?
Despite my efforts and thoughts, my feelings for you seem to be in vain, leading me into questioning the worth of my emotions.
In 1929 I sold short
In the year 1929, I sold stocks expecting their price to fall, hence planning to buy them back at a lower price at a later time and gain a profit.
In England I'm presented at court
In the courts of England, I have been presented, perhaps due to my remarkable achievements and social standing.
But you've got me downhearted, cause I can't get Started with you
Despite my success in other aspects of life, I feel deeply saddened and discouraged because I can't seem to win your love and affection.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Ira Gershwin, Vernon Duke
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